Bachelor of Information Technology
Excelsia College
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 02664K
The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) aims to provide theoretical and practical knowledge of the role of information technology professionals within the enterprise environment. The BIT can be completed in three years studying full time and is an AQF level 7 qualification. Within the course, students can choose to major in digital transformation, cyber security or business information systems. Information technology professionals hold specialized technological knowledge and skills in order to effectively run their own business. They also work with organizations and businesses to set up viable computer systems and networks and provide continued support and troubleshooting when needed. This may include working with firewalls, media storage devices, databases, intranets, websites, servers, the internet, or anything else related to computers. The course structure and content are aligned with the ACS CBoK V3.2, and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). The mapping of the ACS CBoK V3.2 as well as underpinning SFIA against specified graduate professional roles assures course deliverables align with current industry standards and needs
Structure
Credit points: 144
Subjects
- Introduction to Information Technology
- Algorithms and Programming Techniques
- Ethical and Social Issues in Information Technology
- Critical Thinking and Communication for IT Professionals
- Computer Networking
- Database Management System
- Organisational Behaviour
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Object Oriented Programming
- Data Analytics
- Web Application Development
- Cloud Computing
- Social Media and Digital Marketing
- IT Project Management
- Introduction to Cyber Security
- Specialisation Unit 1
- IT Service Management
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Big Data
- IT Strategy, Governance and Risk
- Specialisation Unit 2
- Specialsation Unit 3
- Capstone Project A
- Capstone Project B
- Specialisation Units – Digital Transformation: Digital Transformation in Business
- Disruptive Technology and Organisational Change
- Fintech
- User Experience
Standard entry requirements
Educational Prerequisites• Successful completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of 60 or equivalent, or an equivalent secondary qualification either interstate or overseas (in English or see below), or• Successful completion of an Australian qualification recognised as at least AQF Certificate IV (minimum period of study of 1 school year within the last 2 years), or• Satisfactory completion of an accredited Tertiary Preparation Program or a Foundation Year Program offered by an Australian university, or• Satisfactory completion of one year of accredited full-time study at a registered institute of tertiary education at AQF level 4 or above.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Macquarie Park | Domestic: $45,000 International: $49,200 | No |
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