BP162 - Bachelor of Information Technology
Plan: BP162P23 - Bachelor of Information Technology
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Information Technology
Award abbreviation: BInfoTech
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Location: Melbourne, City Campus
Owning school: Computing Technologies (175H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/computing-technologies
ASCED code: 029900
CRICOS code: 110803E
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The objective of the Bachelor of Information Technology program is to develop your knowledge and skills essential for the information technology industry, graduating as an IT professional working in an agile and an ever-evolving technical industry. The Bachelor of Information Technology prepares you to have a career solving, supporting, analysing, troubleshooting and designing – from web sites to business applications to programming networks – in organisations ranging from private businesses, government departments, schools, health care and a multitude of transdisciplinary sectors. You will gain an excellent combination of knowledge and practical, hands-on experience to influence an organisation’s technology infrastructure and work with clients who use IT Aligned with skill demand in local ICT industry, you can choose option courses to complete a major in one of the following industry-relevant career pathways.
- Cyber Security
- Enterprise System Development
- Digital Innovation
The majors will assist you to attain cutting-edge industry knowledge and skills that are essential for employment as a competent Information Technology Practitioner with the potential to move into a leadership role.
In addition to these major options, you can broaden your skill set by completing a cross-disciplinary or interdisciplinary minor stream, chosen from a wide choice of minors. Available minor options include Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Blockchain Technologies, Cloud Computing, Creative Computing, Cyber Assurance, Data Science, Enterprise Systems Development, Bioinformatics, Blockchain Enabled Business, Business Analytics, Business Information Systems, CISCO Networking, Data Analysis, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation and Enterprise.
COSC2408 – Programming Project 1 provides you with an industry related capstone experience, which will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program.
This program has been designed to meet the strong demand for skilled professionals in roles such as Business Analyst, IT Consultant, Cloud Analyst, UX Developer, Entry-level Programmer, Junior Project Manager, Social Media Analyst, Dev Ops Specialist, Cyber Security Specialist, and Web and Mobile Programmer.
Subject to meeting the specified criteria, it may be possible to transfer with advanced standing into the four year BP349 Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) program, which includes an industry internship. More information is provided in the Work Integrated Learning section of this guide.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered via a combination of predominantly online activities supported by some campus-based activities.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulation:
Articulation agreements between RMIT programs enable students graduating from an RMIT qualification to achieve advanced standing in a higher level qualification.
Graduates from the RMIT AD006 Associate Degree in Information Technology program can articulate into BP162P23 Bachelor of Information Technology with credit. Credit will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT University Credit Policy. (Note: A standard year of full-time undergraduate study at RMIT University is 96 credit points).
Pathways:
On successful completion of the first two years of this program at a minimum GPA of 3.0, you are eligible to apply for transfer with advanced standing to the BP349 Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) that includes an additional year with internship.
Other pathways from this program include BH012CS Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) (Honours), MC267 Master of Data Science, and MC271 Master of Artificial Intelligence.
Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each programs' entry requirements.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program entry requirements:
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites:
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of: Maths: General Mathematics or Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, or equivalent studies.
English Language Requirements:
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
External Accreditation
The Bachelor of Information Technology is conditionally accredited at a professional level by the Australian Computer Society, which accredits Information and Communication Technology related programs that are offered by Australian universities, both onshore and offshore.
Industry Links
This program is not currently accredited by any external industry or professional body.
The School has a very strong Industry Advisory Committee that is the main link to industry. Membership includes staff from major IT companies with global and local presence. The Committee meets quarterly and provides feedback on the currency of our programs, the changing needs of Industry and has input into the design of new programs.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Resources available from the Library
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to computer science, refer to http://rmit.libguides.com/compsci.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/indigenous.
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