Bachelor of Technology - Computing Studies
RMIT University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00122A
You will build a solid foundation in programming, software and information technology (IT), while also studying non-IT topics that match your interests to create your own degree. You must do a minimum of 65% computer science and IT courses with the rest drawn from other discipline areas, including accounting and law, applied communication, economics, finance and marketing, entrepreneurship, logistics, management, statistics, and CISCO networking. This is a degree of choice for those who want a professional IT degree that isn't only about software and IT development, with employment opportunities as flexible and broad as the program itself. By studying a wide range of topics, both in computing and in other fields, graduates can pursue pure IT roles and roles in other areas that require IT experience, such as marketing, advertising, accounting, and health administration.
Structure
The program includes core courses in programming, database systems, software engineering, web programming and professional computing practice. In the second and third years you'll study four courses from a minor study area, which might include accounting and law, applied communication, economics, finance, marketing, entrepreneurship, logistics, management, or statistics. The remainder of your courses will be selected from IT electives, advanced IT electives and student electives.
Subjects
- Business (information technology), Computer graphics, Database administration, Database management, Database systems, Games programming, Information technology, Internet and world wide web, Networks and data communications, Object-oriented programming, Operating systems, Problem solving, Professional practice, Programming, Programming (C), Programming (Java), Software development, Software engineering.
Standard entry requirements
Current Year 12 prerequisites units 3 and 4-a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL).
Recognition
This program is accredited at the professional level by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), which accredits information and communication technology-related programs that are offered by Australian universities both onshore and offshore. ACS has reciprocal membership agreements worldwide. ACS Certified Professional status gives you global recognition.
Study pathways
Graduates of the RMIT Associate Degree in Information Technology who achieve a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 out of 4.0 are guaranteed entry with two years credit (equivalent to 192 credit points). Please note that the amount of time required to complete the program may exceed one year due to the availability and sequencing of some major electives and is also dependent on which semester you commence the program.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| City |
Domestic: $86,400 International: $100,800 |
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No | No information available |
Further information
Employment opportunities are as flexible and broad as the program itself. By studying a wide range of topics, both in computing and in other fields, graduates can pursue pure IT roles and roles in other areas that require IT experience such as marketing, advertising, accounting, and health administration.
