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CQ18 - Bachelor of Information Technology
Overview
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Information Technology course equips you for a professional career in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). This course provides you with a solid grounding in the core body of knowledge and skills of ICT professionals, as defined by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). You can choose a major that focuses on application development, cyber security, or business analysis. Through the selection of electives, you can further specialise in ICT and/or broaden your knowledge into other disciplines, such as business, arts, digital media, health, and law.
Career Information
A career in Information Technology (IT) is fast-paced, challenging and dynamic. IT specialists are sought after in nearly every business or organisation and in a range of employment fields from finance, medicine, arts, education, the military, manufacturing to high-tech business. Job opportunities exist as Developer Programmer, Analyst Programmer, Web Developer, Database Administrator, Network Administrator, Software Engineer, ICT Support Technician, ICT Customer Support Officer, ICT Support Engineer, ICT Systems Test Engineer, Information Analyst, Data Analyst, Project Management Support Officer, Business Analyst Support Officer, Requirements Definition or Management Support Officer.
Course Details
| Duration | 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time |
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| Credit Points that Must be Earned | 144 |
| Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
| Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
| Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
| Qualification (post nominal) | BIT |
| AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
| Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2025
Indicative Year - 2024
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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Admission Codes
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Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.
Domestic Availability
Term 3 - 2026
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2026
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2026
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2025
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2025
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2025
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2024
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2024
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2024
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2023
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2023
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2023
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2022
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2022
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2022
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2021
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2021
Online
Term 1 - 2021
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2020
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2020
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2020
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2019
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2019
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2019
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2018
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2018
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2018
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2017
Students entering the course in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 units of the course, and not be eligible for credit for these units from other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2017
Adelaide
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2017
Adelaide
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2016
Students entering the course in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 units of the course, and not be eligible for credit for these units from other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2016
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2016
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2015
Students entering the program in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 courses of the program, and not be eligible for credit for these courses form other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2015
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2015
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2014
Students entering the program in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 courses of the program, and not be eligible for credit for these courses form other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2014
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2014
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
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International Availability
Term 3 - 2026
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2026
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2026
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2025
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2025
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2025
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2024
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2024
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2024
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2023
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2023
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2023
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2022
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2022
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2022
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2021
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2021
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 1 - 2021
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2020
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2020
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2020
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2019
Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
Term 2 - 2019
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2019
Brisbane
Cairns
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2018
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2018
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2018
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2017
Students entering the course in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 units of the course, and not be eligible for credit for these units from other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2017
Adelaide
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2017
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2016
Students entering the course in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 units of the course, and not be eligible for credit for these units from other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2016
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 1 - 2016
Brisbane
Cairns
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Townsville
Term 3 - 2015
Students entering the program in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 courses of the program, and not be eligible for credit for these courses form other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2015
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2015
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 3 - 2014
Students entering the program in Term 3 must be commencing with the first 4 courses of the program, and not be eligible for credit for these courses form other studies.
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Sydney
Term 2 - 2014
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
Term 1 - 2014
Brisbane
Distance
Melbourne
Rockhampton
Sydney
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What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
| Rank Threshold | SR 65 | ATAR 65 |
Entry Requirements
English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall ad no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Required an overall score of 54 with o sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Assumed Knowledge
N/A
Security Requirements
N/A
Health Requirements
N/A
Fees and Charges
Course Features
Awards and Accreditation
| Interim Awards | CG36 - Diploma of Information and Communications Technology CA99 - Associate Degree of Information Technology |
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| Exit Awards | CG36 - Diploma of Information and Communications Technology CA99 - Associate Degree of Information Technology |
| Accreditation |
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Residential School Requirements
No Residential School for this course.
Practicum/Work Placement
| - Students are able to undertake discipline capstone units while working with industry partners The capstone units are COIT13230 Application Development Project, COIT13232 Business Analysis Project, and COIT13236 Network Security Project. |
| COIT13239 - Students have the option of undertaking an internship instead of the capstone units COIT13230, COIT13232, and COIT13236. |
Previous and Current Enrolments
| Year | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1003 |
| 2023 | 613 |
| 2022 | 561 |
| 2021 | 447 |
| 2020 | 539 |
Inherent Requirements
There are Inherent Requirements (IRs) that you need to be aware of, and fulfil, to achieve the core learning outcomes of the units and course. IRs are the essential capabilities, knowledge, behaviours and skills that are needed to complete a unit or course.
Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.
If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.
Examples are:
- Complying with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity’s Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy and Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
- Demonstrating honesty and integrity in academic and professional practice.
Examples are:
- Being reflective with personal behaviours appropriate for professional performance and being positive and receptive to processing constructive supervisor/lecturer feedback or criticism.
- Interacting with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures in a calm and composed manner in difficult to deal with situations.
Examples are:
- Verbally communicating in the English language with accuracy, appropriateness and effectiveness.
- Actively participating in discussion activities related to the course.
- Using language that is appropriate to the context of the individual, group or workplace.
- Establishing rapport with clients in the delivery of ICT practice and responding appropriately to clients, supervisors and other professionals.
- Using appropriate facial expressions: eye contact, being mindful of space, time boundaries, a range of body movements and gestures.
- Recognising and interpreting non-verbal cues of others and responding appropriately during activities related to the course, as well as in the ICT practice environment.
- Competently and appropriately producing written assessment work in a logical, coherent manner, and with correct grammar and punctuation to the required academic standards.
- Expressing complex and detailed information and knowledge into a logical and legible report, in a timely manner that meets professional standards and clearly communicates the intended message.
- Accurately conveying and documenting information in a written form that meets legal and ICT practice requirements.
- Presenting in front of a range of stakeholders including fellow students, academics, and industry representatives.
Examples are:
- Conceptualising and using appropriate knowledge in response to academic assessment items.
- Applying theoretical knowledge, research evidence, policies and procedures in ICT practice.
- Constructing written text proficiently, in English, using appropriate vocabulary and conventions of speech, including being able to paraphrase, summarise and reference in accordance with appropriate academic conventions.
- Competently reading, writing and accurately interpreting information to convey language effectively in ICT projects and services.
- Producing accurate, concise and clear ICT documentation that meets professional and legal requirements.
Examples are:
- Accurately using a computer in a wide variety of ICT contexts.
- Perceiving colours, tones, motion and depth.
- Perceiving fine detail on a computer screen.
- Discerning an object from its background.
- Creating visual designs and artworks.
- Creating 3D models in a computer.
- Creating video recordings, animations and motion graphics.
- Creating and editing audio recordings.
- Creating and editing soundtracks that are synchronised with video, animation or motion graphics.
- Interacting with a computer through input devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
- Interacting with mobile devices through inputs such as buttons and a touchscreen.
Examples are:
- Actively participating in activities related to the course and professional experience.
- Performing with the required mental energy and endurance in performing ICT skills and services during set time frames.
- Showing persistence when learning a new concept and seeing it as a challenge to be solved rather than an insurmountable obstacle.
Examples are:
- Demonstrating the skills of collaborating with fellow students and colleagues, modifying and reflecting on practice during a project, or modifying and reflecting on work integrated learning in response to supervisor feedback.
- Rapidly building rapport with a client in order to engage them in project management practice, for example taking over a project mid-stream and successfully recovering troubled projects or gathering initial requirements from a client and negotiating project scope.
- Critically self-reflecting on situations that may/may not have gone well, and taking the learning point(s) from that situation.
- Interacting and engaging with individuals and groups in project management practice in a respectful and culturally competent manner in a wide variety of contexts.
- Positively recovering a project from serious problems or risk by means of superior negotiation, influencing and leadership skills to achieve the best possible outcome.
Examples are:
- Competently using a desktop operating system such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X.
- Having sufficient computer knowledge and skills to engage in the on-line learning environment that may include completing relevant on-line assessments and participating in on-line forums or responding to emails.
- Competently using a mobile operating system such as iOS or Android.
- Competently using digital media software tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
- Competently using productivity software such as Microsoft Office.
- Operating electronic devices such as a video camera, a scanner, a tablet computer or a mobile phone.
Core Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Application Development Learning Outcomes
- 1. Explain and apply the foundational underpinnings of the discipline
- 2. Design and develop systems using contemporary platforms, tools, languages, and styles
- 3. Employ principles and techniques to ensure that systems exhibit high levels of robustness, reliability, and appropriateness for their intended audience
- 4. Propose solutions that consider the risks and potential of emerging technologies, and the impact on individuals, organisations, and society when deploying information technologies
- 5. Apply knowledge and skills associated with advanced topics in an information technology major
- 6. Work independently and as a member of a team employing appropriate interpersonal, professional, and technical communication skills
- 7. Identify and examine the legal, ethical, social, and cultural issues that affect the use, design, and implementation of information systems.
| Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
| KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner | |||||||
Business Analysis Learning Outcomes
- 1. Explain and apply the foundational underpinnings of the discipline
- 2. Design and develop systems using contemporary platforms, tools, languages, and styles
- 3. Employ principles and techniques to ensure that systems exhibit high levels of robustness, reliability, and appropriateness for their intended audience
- 4. Propose solutions that consider the risks and potential of emerging technologies, and the impact on individuals, organisations, and society when deploying information technologies
- 5. Apply knowledge and skills associated with advanced topics in an information technology major
- 6. Work independently and as a member of a team employing appropriate interpersonal, professional, and technical communication skills
- 7. Identify and examine the legal, ethical, social, and cultural issues that affect the use, design, and implementation of information systems.
| Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
| KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner | |||||||
Cyber Security Learning Outcomes
- 1. Explain and apply the foundational underpinnings of the discipline
- 2. Design systems using contemporary platforms, tools, languages, and styles
- 3. Employ principles and techniques to ensure that systems exhibit high levels of robustness, reliability, and appropriateness for their intended audience
- 4. Apply knowledge and skills associated with advanced topics in an information technology major
- 5. Propose solutions that consider the risks and potential of emerging technologies, and the impact on individuals, organisations, and society when deploying information technologies
- 6. Work independently and as a member of a team employing appropriate interpersonal, professional, and technical communication skills
- 7. Identify and examine the legal, ethical, social, and cultural issues that affect the use, design, and implementation of information systems.
| Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
| KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner | |||||||
Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Course Structure
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 major
- Complete electives
Core Structure
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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Students should note they may be required to enrol in some units in online mode depending on the campuses. Term 3 units are not offered on some campuses. If the student wants to study in Term 3 from the campus that the unit is not available, the student will need to enrol in online mode.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| COIT11226 | Systems Analysis | |
| COIT11222 | Programming Fundamentals | |
| COIT11237 | Database Design & Implementation | |
| COIT11223 | Information Technology and Society | |
| COIS12036 | Human-Computer Interaction | |
| COIT11238 | Networked Infrastructure Foundations | |
| COIT12208 | ICT Project Management | |
| COIT11239 | Professional Communications Skills for ICT | |
Application Development Major
| Number of units: 7 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
Students should note they may be required to enrol in some units in online mode depending on the campuses. Term 3 units are not offered on some campuses. If the student wants to study in Term 3 from the campus that the unit is not available, the student will need to enrol in online mode.
Students are required to complete one of the following two streams: Internship or Capstone.
Some units are offered in Term 3 to help students complete the course earlier, particularly for those students intending to take the internship stream. Students are strongly advised to consult course advisers at the beginning of each term regarding the units they intend to take to ensure they can complete the course within the shortest possible time.
Students should note that they may be required to enrol in some units in online mode.
Year 3, Term 2
Internship stream students must complete the following compulsory unit:
COIT13239 Undergraduate ICT Internship
To be eligible for this unit you must pass all of your units at the first attempt, apply for the internship, and undergo a series of interviews with prospective host organisations. Generally, internship students will spend 32 hours per week for 10 consecutive weeks with the internship host organisation applying the knowledge you have gained over the course of your study before returning to campus to complete assessments.
The internship is taken in the last term of study and to assist internship students to complete all units before the last study term, some units are offered in all three teaching terms. Students are strongly advised to consult course advisers at the beginning of each term regarding the units they intend to take to ensure they can complete the course within the shortest possible time.
Students who choose this option will be enrolled in the unit COIT13239 Undergraduate ICT Internship once you have secured a host organisation.
Capstone stream students must complete the following compulsory unit:
COIT13230 Application Development Project
Complete a capstone unit where you apply your knowledge gained over the course of your study in a simulated environment.
To complete this stream you can enrol yourself into your discipline capstone unit - COIT13230 Application Development Project. This unit is taken in the last term of study and you can also complete two elective units in this same term.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete 1 from the following units: | ||
| COIT13239 | Undergraduate ICT Internship | |
| COIT13230 | Application Development Project | |
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| COIT11134 | ||