Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology
This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks, specialising in various aspects of distributed computing. You will use Python as a tool for learning network and other programming. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics….
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks, specialising in various aspects of distributed computing.
You will use Python as a tool for learning network and other programming. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.
Graduates of the course will have sound knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.
This degree is designed to prepare you for careers in high-demand areas of computing. Accordingly, Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.
Students who perform well in the first year of this course can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Computing course. Students who perform exceptionally well can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computing) course, although acceptance is not automatic. In both cases, full credits are transferred to the new course.
Professional recognition
Graduates can apply for accreditation from the Australian Computer Society.
Career information
Careers
Computer programmer
IT professional
Computer security professional
Software engineer/developer
Industries
Applications and software development
Cyber security
IT analysis
What you’ll learn
Apply computer networking concepts to develop solutions and protect systems related to information technology
Evaluate information technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
Identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of technology sources to optimise the process of network design and implementation
Document information technology activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
Effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations
Sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development
Recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards and best practice in process software design and development
Contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner
REQUIREMENTS
Students from different countries should have qualifications equivalent to Australian Year 12 and a scaled mark of at least 50 in English, Literature, or English as an Additional Language or Dialect.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) – Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking – 6.0; Overall band score 6.0; TOEFL Score: 79 (overall); Reading 13; Listening 13; Speaking 18; Writing 21; Pearson Test of English – Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking – 50; Overall band score 58; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and PBT (Paper Based Test) – 570 and 4.5 in TWE; C1 Advanced Formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 176 with 169 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. C2 Proficiency Formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) 190 with 176 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Curtin University is Western Australia’s largest and most culturally diverse university with Australia’s third largest international student population. Around 60,000 students from more than 130 countries study a Curtin degree, at locations including Perth, Margaret River, Kalgoorlie, Sydney, Malaysia and Singapore. Our cultural diversity adds a rich and valuable dimension to the campus atmosphere, preparing all graduates to live and work effectively in an increasingly global environment. We offer a range of industry-aligned undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business, humanities, health, engineering and related sciences. We also have a long-standing focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education and culture, supported by our Centre for Aboriginal Studies.Curtin is widely recognised for its practical research that is focused on solving timely, real-world problems. In recent years our research activity has grown significantly, driving our rapid rise up the international university rankings.As a university that never settles, we will continue to develop existing partnerships and establish new ones in areas relevant to our research and teaching.
