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Monash University Handbook 2011Undergraduate courses by faculty: Faculty of Information TechnologyFaculty of Information Technology courses collation-ug-byfaculty-it 3333 - Bachelor of Business Information SystemsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
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DescriptionThis degree focuses on the applications of IT to model and solve business problems and leads to a career in business information technology. The curriculum has been developed in consultation with industry partners of the faculty, that regularly employ graduates of the program. It is a broad-based degree, with core units ranging from computer programming to business analysis. Students develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes in the broad areas of business programming, business information systems, e-business, business analysis and decision support. ObjectivesThe course has two major aims; to provide students with an understanding of information technology's role in business and to prepare them for leadership and consulting roles. The course teaches fundamental concepts as well as the application of information technology in business. In addition, graduates should be able to relate their university studies to the world of business and to offer employers a competitive advantage in business operations. Specifically, graduates will have knowledge of:
Graduates will also have an understanding of:
Graduates will have the skills to:
communicate at a professional level with clients, system users and peers They will also have developed attitudes which allow them to:
Graduates obtain employment in a wide range of roles including business analyst, project manager or IT consultant. Industry Based Learning ProgramThe Industry Based Learning (IBL) program is available to Australian citizens and Australian permanent resident visa holders. Applicants who qualify are awarded a scholarship (currently valued at $36,000 over three years) and undertake two 22-week industry placements with participating companies as directed by the University. The student's work during the placement will be structured and assessed as part of the degree. IBL stream students are required to be available during the normal vacation period in summer and winter for special units and IBL placements. There are two intakes into the IBL stream each year. Students can be admitted prior to the commencement of first year or at the end of their first year of study. For further information on IBL, including post-admission application deadlines visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/ibl. Professional recognitionThis course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) as meeting the standard of knowledge for professional-level membership. StructureThe course includes compulsory (core) and optional (elective) units selected from the Faculty of Information Technology, plus units chosen from those offered by other faculties. All units are 6 points, unless otherwise specified. Students complete the coursework stream or the industry based learning (IBL) stream. RequirementsAll studentsStudents complete: (a.) six information technology core units (36 points):
(b.) eight business information systems core units (48 points):
Coursework stream(c.) two industrial experience project units (12 points): (d.) eight electives (48 points)* chosen from any faculty of the University. Students can also complete a major in financial information systems by completing the units listed below. Industry Based Learning (IBL) stream(c.) two industry based learning placement units (36 points): (d.) four electives (24 points)*: these can be chosen from any faculty of the University. Students can also complete a minor in financial information systems by completing the units listed below. IBL students should complete FIT2002 Project management over summer semester of first year or will be required to overload in their final semester. * Electives in both the coursework and IBL streams are subject to the requirement that a maximum of 60 points be obtained in the first year, and a minimum of 36 points be obtained in the second and third year. Financial Information Systems major or minorTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Business Information Systems with a major in financial information systems, students must complete the eight units listed below whilst fulfilling the requirements of the coursework or the industry-based learning stream. Students can complete a minor on completion of the four core units. Compulsory units
Elective unitsAny four of:
Areas of StudyAward(s)Bachelor of Business Information Systems 3831 - Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Information Technology and SystemsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
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DescriptionThe course is designed to provide maximum flexibility and to allow depth and breadth in the study of the major business and commerce discipline areas. Its structure provides the capacity to tailor applications and focus in different contexts and different environments while ensuring knowledge of the theory, principles and core elements in the relevant discipline areas. The Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems aims to produce graduates who satisfy the IT needs of industry, government and business. Students will develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes in the broad areas of software development, computer technology, networks and data communications, and information systems. ObjectivesFor course objectives refer to the single degree entries for the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/2224.html and the Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/3334.html. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units as follows: Business and commerce component(a.) 16 units (96 points) taken from the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at the student's campus of enrolment as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points)*:
*All unit codes displaying a 'G' as the third character are offered by OCL. (ii.) a major of eight units (48 points)**
** Depending on the major chosen, one or more of the units in the major may have already been studied as part of the group of common core units - where this is the case, students will complete additional unit/s as detailed below. (iii.) additional units selected from the Faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at the student's campus of enrolment, to reach the required minimum of 16 units. Additional degree requirements for the Faculty of Business and Economics:
Information technology and systems component(b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Information Technology as follows: (i.) six core information technology units (36 points):
(ii.) a further ten 6-point units (60 points) taught by the Faculty of Information Technology, comprising at least 12 points at level two, and at least 36 points at level three (including 12 points of level three industrial experience or studio units). Faculty of Information Technology units offered on the Berwick and Gippsland campuses are listed below. Additional degree requirements:
Units offered by the Faculty of Information TechnologyFIT units are also available on other campuses of Monash University. For details refer to 3334 Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems. Berwick
Gippsland
Areas of StudyBusiness and Commerce
Information Technology and SystemsAward(s)Bachelor of Business and Commerce Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems 2380 - Bachelor of Computer ScienceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
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DescriptionThe course is designed for students who wish to study computing in depth. It focuses on software development, computer architecture, and the underlying theory of computation. These areas are combined with the study of computational approaches in science and engineering and with information processing applications in commerce and industry. In addition to the core studies undertaken by every student the course provides the opportunity to specialise in a field of choice, either within computer science itself or in another discipline. Specialisations are loited in the 'Areas of Study' below or refer to a comprehensive list of specialisations in specific fields of other sciences at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bcs. Eligible* students at Clayton campus will be given the option of participating in the Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement program, focusing on the applications of computer science in industry, and providing students with an understanding of computer science roles in business. * Refer to 'Industry Based Learning Program' information below. ObjectivesGraduates from the course will have an understanding of:
Graduates will have knowledge of:
Graduates will have the ability to:
Graduates will have attitudes that enable them to:
Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement program (Clayton only)Applicants who qualify for the industry based learning placement program are awarded a scholarship (currently valued at $15,000) and will undertake a 22-week industry placement with a participating company as directed by the University. The student's work during the placement will be structured and assessed as part of the degree. The IBL placement program is available to Australian citizens and Australian permanent resident visa holders. There are a limited number of places available. Selection takes place after the completion of first year and is based on academic performance and an interview conducted by industry partners of the program. IBL students are required to be available during the normal vacation period in summer and winter for special units and IBL placements. For further information on IBL, including application deadlines, how to apply and selection criteria visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/ibl. Professional recognitionThis course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) as meeting the standard of knowledge for professional-level membership. StructureThe course consists of 14 compulsory (core) units in computer science and mathematics, two restricted electives chosen from an approved list of computer science topics, and eight free elective units. Free electives should normally be taken as a major (eight units) or minor (four units) sequence in a specific field of study (listed below). It is possible to select electives to complete two minor sequences. A capstone project taken during the third year concludes the studies. Please refer to http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bcs for example course maps and electives. RequirementsStudents complete: (a.) six information technology core units (36 points):
(b.) six computer science core units (36 points):
Note that the 12 point project can only be taken in combination with one of the minors or majors listed in the areas of study. (c.) two mathematics units (12 points):
(d.) two computer science-specified electives (12 points) chosen from a schedule published by the Faculty of Information Technology at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bcs (e.) eight electives (36 points). These can be taken:
(f.) students selected to participate in the IBL placement program will replace the following:
with
IBL students must complete FIT2002 Project management over or overload in one semester by one unit. Notes(1.) Approved variations to the BCompSc course structure are as follows:
(2.) The BCompSc degree is subject to the requirement that:
(3.) Computer science electives are non-core units identified as supporting the specific objectives of the course. A list of approved computer science electives can be found at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bcs. Areas of StudyAward(s)Bachelor of Computer Science 4307 - Bachelor of Computer and Information SciencesThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
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DescriptionThis course is designed for students who wish to study the application of computer-based technologies and systems to meet individual and organisational information needs. The course enables students to gain the knowledge and skills needed to use IT effectively and to use, develop and manage IT-based systems. It is a highly practical course which prepares graduates for careers working with information and IT in business, government and industry. The course covers a wide range of aspects of IT, from technical computing which focuses on the technology itself, to information and business-related themes which focus on information needs and the way in which IT can be used to support them. In addition to compulsory core studies in fundamental IT concepts, the course provides the students with the option to specialise by taking major or minor streams of study in fields of their choice, within IT and/or in another discipline. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences aims to provide its graduates with an understanding of:
Graduates should acquire the abilities and skills to:
Graduates should acquire attitudes needed by an information technology professional to:
StructureThe course consists of 24 units of study, comprising six compulsory common core units, a two-unit industrial experience project, eight units of further study in information technology, and eight free elective units. Students may either complete a major in one of the areas of study listed below or complete the general form of the degree without a major. RequirementsAll units are 6 points, unless otherwise specified. Students complete: (a.) six information technology core units (36 points):
(b.) eight units of further IT-related study (48 points). Studnts may complete a major or minor stream by taking a prescribed set of units in a specialised area, or complete the general form of the degree by selecting a variety of units from the undergraduate units offered by the Faculty. The prescribed units and course requirements for majors are specified in the 'Areas of Study' section of this Handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-it.html. (c) one pair of industrial experience project units (12 points) as follows: (d) eight other elective units (36 points). These can be further IT units or units from any faculty in the University. In addition to the above unit requirements, students must meet the following general requirements in relation to the overall number of points at each year level:
Areas of StudyAward(s)Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences 3334 - Bachelor of Information Technology and SystemsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
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DescriptionThis course is designed for students who wish to study the application of computer-based technologies and systems to meet individual and organisational information needs. The course enables students to gain the knowledge and skills needed to use IT effectively and to use, develop and manage IT-based systems. It is a highly practical course which prepares graduates for careers working with information and IT in business, government and industry. The course covers a wide range of aspects of IT, from technical computing which focuses on the technology itself, to information and business-related themes which focus on information needs and the way in which IT can be used to support them. In addition to compulsory core studies in fundamental IT concepts, the course provides the students with the option to specialise by taking major or minor streams of study in fields of their choice, within IT and/or in another discipline. Eligible* students at the Caulfield campus may participate in the Industry based learning (IBL) placement program, in which they undertake a 22-week industry placement and receive a generous scholarship. * Refer to 'Industry-based Learning Program' information below. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems aims to provide its graduates with an understanding of:
Graduates should acquire the abilities and skills to:
Graduates should acquire attitudes needed by an information technology professional to:
Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement programApplicants who qualify for the industry based learning program are awarded a scholarship (currently valued at A$15,000) and undertake a 22-week industry placement with a participating company as directed by the University. The student's work during the placement will be structured and assessed as part of the degree. The IBL placement program is available to Australian citizens and Australian permanent resident visa holders. There are a limited number of places available. Selection takes place after the completion of first year and is based on academic performance and an interview conducted by industry partners of the program. IBL students are required to be available during the normal vacation period in summer and winter for special units and IBL placements. For further information on IBL including application deadlines, how to apply and selection criteria visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/ibl. Professional recognitionThis course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) as meeting the standard for professional-level membership. StructureNOTE: The requirements for this degree changed in 2011; students who commenced the BITS prior to 2011 should refer to the handbook entry for the year in which they commenced their studies. The course consists of 24 units of study, comprising six compulsory common core units, a two-unit industrial experience or studio-based project, eight units of further study in information technology, and eight free elective units. Students may either complete a major or minor in one of the areas of study listed below or complete the general form of the degree without a major. Please refer to http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits for course maps details. RequirementsAll units are 6 points, unless otherwise specified. Students complete: (a.) six information technology core units (36 points):
(b.) eight units of further IT-related study (48 points). Students may complete major or minor streams by taking a prescribed set of units in a specialised area, or complete the general form of the degree by selecting a variety of units from undergraduate units offered by the Faculty. For students completing a major, the prescribed units for majors are specified in the 'Areas of Study' section of this Handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-it.html. The prescribed units for minors for Sunway students are listed below. (c.) one pair of industrial experience or studio project units (12 points) as follows (depending on choice of major):
(d.) eight elective units (36 points). These can be further IT units or units from any faculty in the university. Students wishing to complete the multimedia development major or games development major must include VCM1001 (Visual communication) as one of their eight elective units. IBL placement programStudents selected to participate in the IBL placement program will replace their industrial experience or studio units and an elective unit at second or third year level with one of the following units at the appropriate level: IBL students must complete FIT2002 Project management over summer semester or overload in one semester by one unit. Sunway campusStudents must complete the general form of the degree. No majors will be offered, but students may complete the following minors: Advanced applications development
Enterprise systems
Internet technologies
Multimedia website developmentplus either
In addition to the above unit requirements, all students must meet the following general requirements in relation to the overall number of points at each year level:
Areas of StudyAward(s)Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems 2770 - Bachelor of Software EngineeringThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
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DescriptionThe course aims to prepare students for careers in software engineering, software project management, and software development and integration. Software engineering comprises the core principles consistent in software construction and maintenance: fundamental software processes and life-cycles, mathematical foundations of software engineering, requirements analysis, software engineering methodologies and standard notations, principles of software architecture and re-use, software quality frameworks and validation, software development, and maintenance environments and tools. Current industry-strength programming languages, technologies and systems feature highly in the practical components, electives and projects of the course, but they are also taught with a view to understanding and applying principles underlying their more ephemeral character. Eligible* students will be given the option of participating in the Industry-based learning (IBL) placement program focusing on the applications of software engineering in industry, and providing students with an understanding of software engineering roles in business. * Refer to 'Industry Based Learning Program' information below. ObjectivesOn completion of a Bachelor of Software Engineering, graduates will have acquired a basic knowledge and understanding of:
Graduates will also have acquired discipline-specific knowledge and understanding of:
Students will develop professional general skills which enable them to:
Students will develop professional discipline skills which enable them to:
Award with honoursStudents may be admitted to the degree with honours. The honours program does not require an additional year of study, and admission is based on academic merit. Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement programApplicants who qualify for the industry-based learning placement program are awarded a scholarship (currently valued at $15,000) and will undertake a 22-week industry placement with a participating company as directed by the University. The student's work during the placement will be structured and assessed as part of the degree. The IBL program is available to Australian citizens and Australian permanent resident visa holders. There are a limited number of places available. Selection takes place after the completion of first year and is based on academic performance and an interview conducted by industry partners of the program. IBL students are required to be available during the normal vacation period in summer and winter for special units and IBL placements. For further information on IBL, including application deadlines, how to apply and selection criteria visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/ibl Professional recognitionThe Bachelor of Software Engineering program is accredited for the purpose of admission to membership of Engineers Australia as part of the Monash Bachelor of Engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia (IE Aust). For eligibility to graduate in the BSE as per the Engineers Australia accreditation requirements, it is mandatory for students to undertake a 12-week paid vacation employment. This course is also accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) as meeting the standard of knowledge for professional-level membership. StructureThe course commences with the establishment of a sound foundation in introductory information technology and mathematics. All information technology units have approximately one-third laboratory-based programs. In the later years, the introduction of major software engineering projects builds the students' self-reliance and planning capabilities in both individual and team-based environments. Project management units strengthen the formal basis of management skills. Elective units are provided to allow specialisation in some aspect of the field of study, with approved electives to permit broadening of intellectual and personal horizons. The course structure balances four major strands: (1.) Synthesis: software systems construction and design, including methodologies and notations (2.) Analysis: software artifact analysis including mathematical foundations, evaluation and measurement (3.) Processes: software and team management including software lifecycle and software projects (4.) Systems: understanding, abstracting, re-using and maintaining systems and components, including exposure to the architecture and principles of large systems such as operating systems and distributed systems. This four-year course is based upon the four-year engineering degree structure, from which it is derived. In particular, the honours program is integral with the four years of study, rather than a separate degree, and is undertaken in the fourth year, with enrolment in the honours research program predicated upon students reaching a credit level of performance in the first three year levels.* * This standard of performance is determined from a weighted average of results over the first three levels, with first level having a weight of one, second level a weight of two, and third level a weight of three. An honours grade is calculated with a scaled weighted average of results from all units undertaken in the degree. RequirementsTo fulfil the degree regulations, students are required to complete the following core units, together with electives, to a total value of 192 points. All units are six points, unless otherwise specified. Engineers Australia requirementsIn order to fulfil the requirements of Engineers Australia, all Bachelor of Software Engineering students must complete 12 weeks of approved software engineering work experience and submit a report on that work. Such work is normally undertaken in the break between third and fourth years. Students who have completed all academic requirements for their degrees are not eligible to graduate until this work experience has been completed and a satisfactory report submitted. This requirement is waived for students in the IBL program. All studentsStudents complete: (a.) five information technology core units (30 points):
(b.) 15 core software engineering units (96 points):
(c.) one unit from the Faculty of Engineering (6 points):
(d.) two mathematics units (12 points):
Students who perform well in level three can apply to enrol in the Honours stream in fourth year. All other students complete the coursework stream. Coursework stream(e.) eight approved electives (48 points) chosen from a schedule published by the Faculty of Information Technology at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bse Honours Stream(e.) FIT4005 Research methods (6 points) (f.) an Honours thesis (18 points) (g.) four approved electives (24 points) chosen from a schedule published by the Faculty of Information Technology at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bse Approved course variations of the BSE course structureLevel one(1.) Students intending to complete a minor or major sequence in mathematics within the Faculty of Science should substitute another mathematics unit for MAT2003, with approval. (2.) Students requiring other mathematics for an engineering sequence may replace MAT1830/MAT2003 with approval. (3.) Students who completed Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Specialist Mathematics in Year 12 may take a more advanced mathematics unit sequence, with approval. Level three(1.) Students who perform well in level two may be selected to participate in the Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement program and will be required to replace three approved electives with FIT3045 Industry-based learning (18 points) in second semester of third year and to complete FIT2002 over summer semester. Areas of StudyAlternative exit(s)Students wishing to exit this course early may apply after successful completion of 144 points of study to graduate with the Bachelor of Computer Science, providing they have met the requirements of that degree. Award(s)Bachelor of Software Engineering Bachelor of Software Engineering (with Honours) Where more than one award is listed the actual award conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved, or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study. 3335 - Honours degree of Bachelor of Business Information SystemsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
DescriptionThis course aims to provide highly achieving students progressing from the Bachelor of Business Information Systems (or equivalent course) to acquire research skills appropriate to their discipline and to understand the fundamentals of conceptual, methodological and implementation issues of IT-related research. ObjectivesGraduates will develop an understanding of:
Graduates will have the abilities and skills to:
Graduates will have developed attitudes which enable them to:
Entry requirementsA person may be admitted to candidature for BBIS(Hons) if they meet one or both of the following criteria: (a.) satisfied the requirements of a relevant pass degree and obtained a credit average or above in all units with a distinction in third year IT units (b.) gained qualifications and experience in studies undertaken in any faculty or educational institution if such qualifications and experience are deemed by the faculty's admissions and credit transfer sub-committee to be preparation equivalent to attainment of the pass degree of the standard specified in (a) above. StructureStudents conduct research in a selected area and complete an honours thesis. RequirementsThe honours degree consists of a total of 48 points, comprising:
* This includes compulsory attendance at workshops and stipulated faculty seminars. ** A maximum of one unit may be selected from units offered by other faculties, with the approval of the honours coordinator. Award(s)Honours degree of Bachelor of Business Information Systems 1608 - Honours degree of Bachelor of Computer ScienceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
DescriptionAn honours degree in computer science exposes students to state-of-the-art research and advanced topics in computing, beyond what is offered in a three-year undergraduate degree, and opens a range of career opportunities. Students with honours are particularly sought after by leading employers, and can choose from more interesting research and development positions because of their extra skills and proven abilities. An honours degree also leads to postgraduate study, which is necessary for an academic career or a career in industrial research. ObjectivesOn completion of the Honours degree of Bachelor of Computer Science, students will have knowledge of:
Graduates will gain an understanding of several advanced areas of computer science and how to formulate and approach a research problem. They will have the ability to:
They will have attitudes which enable them to behave in an ethical and professional manner and participate professionally in research and development. Entry requirementsA person may be admitted to candidature for BCS (Hons) if they meet one or both of the following criteria: (a.) satisfy the requirements of a relevant pass degree and obtained credit average or above in all units with a distinction in third-year IT units (b.) gained qualifications and experience in studies undertaken in any faculty or educational institution if such qualifications and experience are deemed by the faculty's admissions and credit transfer sub-committee to be preparation equivalent to attainment of the pass degree of the standard specified in (a.) above. StructureStudents undertake coursework units, conduct research in a selected area and complete an honours thesis. RequirementsStudents complete:
* Including compulsory attendance at workshops and stipulated faculty seminars. Advanced computer science coursework electivesStudents choose at least one core unit from the following list (all units 6 points):
Students choose two level four or five elective units from a list published by the Faculty of Information Technology at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/honours (all units 6 points). With approval from the honours coordinator, students may instead complete one FIT level four unit from the published list and a 6-point elective chosen from any faculty of Monash University at either level three, level four or level five. Award(s)Honours degree of Bachelor of Computer Science 4308 - Honours degree of Bachelor of Computer and Information SciencesThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
DescriptionThis course aims to provide highly achieving students progressing from an undergraduate qualification to acquire research skills appropriate to their discipline and to understand the fundamentals of conceptual, methodological and implementation issues of IT-related research. ObjectivesGraduates will have an understanding of:
Graduates will have the abilities and skills to:
Graduates will have attitudes that enable them to:
Entry requirementsA person may be admitted to candidature for BCIS(Hons) if they meet one or both of the following criteria: (a.) satisfy the requirements of a relevant pass degree and obtained credit average or above in all units with a distinction in third-year IT units (b.) gained qualifications and experience in studies undertaken in any faculty or educational institution if such qualifications and experience are deemed by the faculty's admissions and credit transfer sub-committee to be preparation equivalent to attainment of the pass degree of the standard specified in (a.) above. StructureStudents conduct research in a selected area and complete an honours thesis. RequirementsThe honours degree consists of a total of 48 points, comprising:
* Including compulsory attendance at workshops and stipulated faculty seminars ** A maximum of one unit may be selected from units offered by other faculties with the approval of the honours coordinator. Award(s)Honours degree of Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences 3336 - Honours degree of Bachelor of Information Technology and SystemsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Information Technology
DescriptionThis course aims to provide highly achieving students progressing from an undergraduate qualification to acquire research skills appropriate to their discipline and to understand the fundamentals of conceptual, methodological and implementation issues of IT-related research. Students conduct research in a selected area and complete an honours thesis. ObjectivesGraduates will have an understanding of:
Graduates will have the abilities and skills to:
Graduates will have attitudes that enable them to:
Entry requirementsA person may be admitted to candidature for BITS(Hons) if they meet one or both of the following criteria: (a.) satisfy the requirements of a relevant pass degree and obtained credit average or above in all units with a distinction in third-year IT units (b.) gained qualifications and experience in studies undertaken in any faculty or educational institution if such qualifications and experience are deemed by the faculty's admissions and credit transfer sub-committee to be preparation equivalent to attainment of the pass degree of the standard specified in (a) above. RequirementsThe honours degree consists of a total of 48 points, comprising:
* Including compulsory attendance at workshops and stipulated faculty seminars ** A maximum of one unit may be selected from units offered by other faculties with the approval of the honours coordinator. Award(s)Honours degree of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems |
