Overview

To be read in conjunction with the program of study requirements of the course in which you are enrolled.

Student guidance

Program of study overview
Program of study notes

Aims

The honours program in Information Technology has been designed to provide graduates with:

  • Reinforcement of the theoretical and the practical aspects of information technology
  • A strong ability to critically analyse and evaluate information and solve problems
  • The ability to work professionally as an individual, particularly in terms of a large research project
  • Insight into advanced areas of information technology
  • An understanding of the need to undertake lifelong learning and the capacity to do so
  • Preparation for future professional roles as an information technologist

Learning outcomes

On completion students will be able to:
1.
Use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex information-rich computer systems, including the development of research-oriented systems
2.
Apply their skills and knowledge in a professionally responsible manner
3.
Communicate effectively with other information technologists, researchers and the wider global community using a wide range of communication technologies
4.
Work professionally as an individual
5.
Develop computer-based solutions appropriate to the social, political, international, economic and environmental contexts in which they are applied
6.
Engage in the process of continuing learning needed to retain the necessary level of professional skills and knowledge in the area of information technology

Available in courses

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - 1 year
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) - 1 year
Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) - 4 years
Bachelor of Information Technology (Data Analytics) (Honours) - 4 years
Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems) (Honours) - 4 years
Bachelor of Information Technology (Machine Learning) (Honours) - 4 years
Bachelor of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) (Honours) - 4 years
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) - 4 years
Bachelor of Information Technology (Business and Information Systems) (Honours)
Bachelor of Information Technology (Game Development) (Honours)
Bachelor of Information Technology (Digital Forensics) (Honours) - 4 years