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For details of the faculty's undergraduate courses refer to the undergraduate course section of the handbook.
Experience
has shown that people from many backgrounds who are interested in information
technology can be highly successful in the field. The policy of the faculty is
to keep the prerequisites for entry to its courses to a minimum.
Nevertheless, it should be recognised that all undergraduate programs assume
that mathematics has been studied at secondary school to a reasonable level and
that the minimum requirement is a mathematics study at VCE levels one and two.
For Victorian students, the requirement for some undergraduate courses is VCE
mathematics levels one and two and for other courses, levels three and four.
Courses that involve computer engineering have relatively stringent
prerequisites. A grade average of D in VCE English at levels three and four is
a prerequisite for all courses.
Applicants who seek to enter an undergraduate degree for full-time or part-time
study should apply directly to the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre, 40
Park Street, South Melbourne, 3205. Please note that from 1999 Monash no longer
recognises the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) as an alternative method
of meeting entry requirements. Instead Monash encourages all applicants who do
not satisfy Monash entrance requirements to undertake some university or TAFE
study.
Students who have completed studies elsewhere that are equivalent to part of those prescribed for an undergraduate degree of the faculty may apply for admission to a course with advanced standing.
Applicants may be admitted to a course on the basis of qualifications deemed to be equivalent to the VCE. These include many qualifications at either secondary or tertiary level obtained in Victoria, interstate or overseas, and TAFE qualifications. Comparable qualifications could include satisfactory completion of two university subjects or the satisfactory completion of one year of TAFE study. Applicants who do not have these qualifications are encouraged to undertake university level study of two single subjects either on-campus or by distance education.
Please note that from 1999 Monash no longer recognises the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) as an alternative method of meeting entry requirements. Instead Monash encourages all applicants who do not satisfy Monash entrance requirements to undertake some university of TAFE study. See the section on comparable qualifications above. Applicants in the following categories may apply to Monash under special entry.
Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders may apply for entry under the scheme for people of mature age outlined above, but may also wish to inquire about the special preparatory program offered by the university. This program is specifically designed to assist prospective applicants of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent to qualify for tertiary-level study in a subsequent year. Further information can be obtained from the director of MOSA (telephone (03) 9905 4200). Applications close at the end of December each year.
Students who attend schools contained in the Schools with Special Learning Needs Program, the Country Education Project and special regional programs, may have factors which affect their results in the VCE taken into account in the ranking for admission. Such students must meet specific criteria and be strongly supported by their school as likely candidates for success in university study. Special Report forms are distributed to participating schools and must be lodged by the due date.
Credit transfer towards all degree programs offered in the Faculty of Information Technology can fall into any one of these three categories:
Prior learning based on studies in a program offered by an Australian institution that has a credit arrangement with the faculty, or by an 'accredited' overseas institution.
Prior learning acquired in a 'credentialled' context other than as specified in Category 1. For example, courses offered by a professional body, enterprise, private educational institution, or by any other provider recognised by this university.
Prior learning acquired in an 'uncredentialled' context, such as through work or life experience.
To
apply for any category of credit transfer, a local applicant must complete the
relevant sections of the credit transfer application form available from
the faculty office. Overseas applicants are asked to complete the relevant
sections of the application for international students form supplied by
Monash International. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide
evidence of subjects taken, results obtained, courses studied, training
undertaken, or work experience depending on the basis for their application.
In the case of category 1 and category 2 applications, evidence should be in
the form of standard documents issued by the educational institution/enterprise
involved, showing when the study/training was done, duration of the course,
results (if any), and course contents.
In the case of category 3 applications, the applicant should submit a written
report from their employer(s) or relevant person (eg volunteer program
coordinator), testifying to the work claimed by the applicant, and providing a
detailed description of the nature of the work, its duration, and the
particular role of the applicant. In addition to supporting documentation, an
applicant may also enclose a short report outlining other interests or skills
that they believe are related to their application.
When an RPL application is based on overseas-gained learning/experience, then
any documents or reports submitted must be verifiable. They should also be
written in English or accompanied by a translation into English authorised as
accurate and genuine by a suitably qualified person.
An applicant for credit transfer who falls under RPL guidelines (categories 2
and 3 above) will be asked to attend an interview with the designated faculty
RPL adviser. Their application, complete with supporting documentation will be
discussed, and the applicant will be counselled as to the probability of
success of the application. Overseas students will be interviewed when they
arrive on campus.
Provided that the faculty RPL adviser is satisfied, the application will then
be forwarded to the relevant undergraduate course leader, who will make a
formal assessment of the applicant's prior learning. Assessment will include
one or more of the following: a challenge examination, similar to the normal
final examination in the subject for which credit is being sought (result is
either pass or fail only); completion of a questionnaire and/or interview;
review of practical work and supporting documentation submitted by the
applicant, or material developed under test conditions.
Once assessment is complete, the academic will provide a short report to the
faculty RPL adviser detailing the mode of assessment and final decision. The
faculty RPL adviser will then inform the applicant of the success or failure of
their application. The application will then be registered as complete, and its
details will be recorded in the credits database for future reference. At each
meeting of the faculty credit transfer subcommittee, all completed applications
for RPL will be submitted for noting and discussion, to provide moderation and
ensure consistency of approach across the faculty.
Applications made under categories 2 and 3 (RPL) will be charged for assessment
if the applicant has not yet applied to a university, but is using RPL to
choose between different institutions, or for employment related purposes.
Applications for all types of credit transfer should be made at least twelve
weeks prior to the commencement of the semester in which credit is sought to
allow sufficient time for the completion of processing. Credit granted under
categories 1-3 ('normal' credit transfer and RPL) is not transferable across
subjects, courses or tertiary institutions. Eligibility for credit based on RPL
assessment does not guarantee an applicant a place in the course in which such
credit may be available.
The
faculty has established articulation arrangements with several TAFE courses,
(eg Associate Diploma in Business (Computer Programming) and Associate
Diploma in Business (Microcomputing)) into the Bachelor of Computing Caulfield,
Peninsula and Gippsland campuses. The TAFE Associate Diploma in Engineering
(Electronics) has established articulation arrangements into the Bachelor of
Digital Systems, Clayton campus.
However, prospective TAFE students should note that they have no automatic
right of transfer into the Bachelor of Computing or the Bachelor of Digital
Systems program offered by Monash University, but must be selected in
competition with other students.
Candidates completing the Diploma in Information Technology should note that
assessment of articulation with the Diploma in Information Technology is
currently being made.
Candidates articulating from the Associate Diploma in Business (Computer
Programming) or the Associate Diploma in Business (Microcomputing) or the
Diploma in Information Technology (Software Development) into a Bachelor of
Computing on the Caulfield campus are granted one year of advanced standing in
the degree (a total of forty-eight credit points of the 144 points required to
complete the degree). Credits can be claimed for both computing and
non-computing subjects. In general candidates entering with these
qualifications commence their studies as second-year students.
In some cases the exact structure of the course as offered on any campus must
be considered when claiming non-computing credits and students are advised to
discuss these with the faculty in relation to the particular non-computing
units they have studied as part of their associate diploma.
Detailed information about the computing specialisations can be found in this
handbook in the 'Undergraduate courses' section and in the course information
brochures for each campus. The specific credits which will be granted for any
associate diploma other than those mentioned here can be determined by
contacting the faculty office at Caulfield. For more advice on any matter
relating to admission, articulation or credit transfer from TAFE studies,
contact the credit transfer coordinator (Caulfield campus) on telephone
(03) 9903 2433.
The faculty is currently reviewing its articulation arrangements with a view to
extending, if possible, the number of courses to which articulation applies.
Study for honours degrees is available in each of the schools of the faculty. Students thinking of undertaking honours study should contact the relevant school coordinator to discuss their potential honours study. Students should be aware that the minimum academic requirement for admission to the faculty's honours program is a pass at credit standard or above in all computing subjects at the third stage of the relevant degree. Students who undertake a major in computer science in either the Bachelor of Science or the Bachelor of Economics are eligible to apply for entry to the honours program in computer science. Applications for entry to the honours program must be made to the faculty administration office by 31 December each year. Application forms can be obtained from any of the faculty's administration offices.
The
faculty board has determined that some subjects of the faculty have some common
objectives and subject matter and are therefore deemed to be prohibited subject
combinations. Prohibitions between subjects are listed in the 'Details of
subjects' section of this handbook. Except for electives, students will
normally select subjects specifically designed for the course in which they are
enrolled.
Students considering undertaking a computing subject that is not designed
specifically for their course should check with the faculty office on their
home campus regarding potential problems associated with subject overlap.
The
Faculty of Information Technology is offering a range of undergraduate and
postgraduate subjects for non-award study for 1999.
These subjects offer practical experience in computing areas in levels for
students acquiring new or additional skills.
All
subjects are conducted over a thirteen-week period - one semester. Each subject
has an average of four hours contact time per week.
Day classes are available at the following campuses: Berwick, Caulfield,
Clayton, Gippsland and Peninsula. Evening classes are only available at the
Caulfield Campus. Study via distance education is also available from the
Gippsland campus only. Some subjects at the Clayton campus are available in the
late afternoon. Subjects may be taken as either assessable, ie complete
assignments and exams, etc., or non-assessable where no formal work
requirements are done. Students choosing this non-assessable enrolment form of
study are not able to obtain credit towards awards of the faculty.
Non-award
subjects cost between $A500 and $A1000 per subject for permanent residents and
Australian citizens. Non-award subjects cost between $A1132.00 and $A2267 for
international students.
The Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) is not available.
For all students, a compulsory amenities fee is also payable upon enrolment.
The fee will depend on the level of enrolment. Payment of the amenities fee
entitles the student to receive a student identification card and make full use
of the extensive range of union and university facilities, and services such as
the library and counselling support.
Applicants would normally have completed the required pre-requisite attached to the subject or need to be able to demonstrate a background and experience that is suitable preparation for study in the area.
All applications are to be made directly to the faculty offices on the campus where the subject will be held. Additional information and application forms are available at the faculty offices.
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