Overview

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) - 1 year requires 1 year of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time). The course is offered by the College of Science and Engineering.

Student guidance

Program of study overview
Program of study notes

Program of study
36 Units

Year 136 Units
Honours Program36 Units

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
English Language requirements

Aims

The Honours year 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 of the course you 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 your 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