C2000 Bachelor of Information Technology
Faculty of Information Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology (C2000) is a 3 years full-time, 144-credit-point, bachelor degree course from the Faculty of Information Technology, taught at Clayton. In 2020 you can choose from 5 majors. Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.
- Credit points
- 144
- Duration
- 3 years full time
- 6 years part time
- Campus
- Clayton
- On campus
- Guaranteed ATAR
- 70 International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 2 (75 - 77.49)
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Overview
This course is about the application of computer-based technologies and systems to meet individual and organisational information needs. The course will enable you to gain the knowledge and skills needed to use IT effectively and to use, develop and manage IT-based systems. The flexibility of the course and the range of majors and minors will allow you to explore new areas, develop your strengths in IT and pursue your interests. It is a highly practical course that will prepare you for a career 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, games and multimedia 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 core studies in fundamental IT concepts, the course provides you with a choice of majors in your preferred fields of study, as well as the option to take a second major within IT or in another discipline. Knowledge and skills in IT coupled with the emphasis on generic skills problem solving, information literacy, communication and presentation skills, project management skills, and the capacity for team work will ensure that you have a firm foundation for a career in IT.
If you are an eligible student you may apply for the industry-based learning (IBL) placement program, in which you undertake one or two 22-week, full-time industry placements as part of the curriculum. Through the IBL placement program you will apply the skills and knowledge you have gained directly in a professional organisation.
Course structure
Course rules
Part A. Information technology specified study48 credit points
Introductory programming unit
6 credit pointsNote: Before making a choice, refer to the selected major as a particular one of these may be required for that major. You may take additional units from this list as free electives in Part C. If you are in the double degree course with Engineering (Honours) completing the software engineering specialisation choose between FIT1051 and FIT1048 only.
Core units
24 credit pointsAdditional information technology unit
6 credit pointsIf you are specialising in software engineering in the double degree E3011 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Information Technology complete FIT2001.
Capstone project units
12 credit pointsBusiness information systems, computer networks and security, and software development majors
12 credit pointsGames development, and interactive media majors
12 credit pointsIndustry-based learning placement stream
18 credit pointsPart B. Information technology listed major48 credit points
- ITBIS01Area of studyBusiness information systemsNo reviews yet48 cp
- COMNTSEC01Area of studyComputer networks and securityNo reviews yet48 cp
- GAMESDEV01Area of studyGames developmentNo reviews yet48 cp
- INTACTMD01Area of studyInteractive mediaNo reviews yet48 cp
- SFTWRDEV01Area of studySoftware developmentNo reviews yet48 cp
Part C. Free elective study48 credit points
The handbook's description of this structure
This is a comprehensive course, structured in three equal parts:
Part A. Information technology specified study
This will provide you with foundation skills and knowledge for your IT education and ensure a breadth of understanding of IT and its applications in organisations and society.
Part B. Information technology listed major
This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one area of information technology. You will develop the practical and theoretical skills and knowledge in your chosen major needed to successfully plan, develop, implement and evaluate information products and systems.
Part C. Free elective study
Electives will enable you to further develop your knowledge of your major area of study, or IT more broadly, through a second major or a minor. Alternatively you can select units from across the University in which you are eligible to enrol.
If you are in a double degree course, some units required for the partner degree are credited as electives towards the information technology degree.
Course progression map
The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.
You must complete units as specified in Parts A, B and C (144 points): a minimum of 96 points of information technology study over Part A and Part B, and 48 points of free electives in part C.
In choosing units you must ensure that you complete no more than 10 level one units (60 points), and at least six units (36 points) at level 3 of which at least four (24 points) are Bachelor of Information Technology listed (FIT-coded) units.
Units are 6 points unless otherwise specified.
A. Information technology specified study (48 points)
You must complete:*
a. One introductory programming unit (6 points) from:**
- FIT1051 Programming fundamentals in java
- FIT1045 Algorithms and programming fundamentals in python
- FIT1048 Fundamentals of C++
b. The following four units (24 points):
- FIT1047 Introduction to computer systems, networks and security
- FIT1049 IT professional practice
- FIT2002 IT project management
- FIT2094 Databases
c. One of (6 points):***
- FIT2001 Systems development
- FIT2099 Object-oriented design and implementation
d. Capstone project units (12 points) or an industry-based learning unit (18 points) from one of the following combinations (depending on the chosen major):
Business information systems, computer networks and security, and software development majors
- FIT3047 Industry experience studio project 1 and FIT3048 Industry experience studio project 2
Games development, and interactive media majors
- FIT3039 Studio project 1 and FIT3040 Studio project 2
Industry-based learning placement stream
- FIT3045 Industry-based learning (18 points)****
* If a unit is used for both IT specified study above and a major, you need to complete additional units offered by the faculty of IT to ensure a total of at least 96 points of information technology study (any unit starting with code FIT).
** Before making a choice, refer to the selected major as a particular one of these may be required for that major. You may take additional units from this list as free electives in Part C. If you are in the double degree course with Engineering (Honours) completing the software engineering specialisation choose between FIT1051 and FIT1048 only.
*** If you are specialising in software engineering in the double degree E3011 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Information Technology complete FIT2001.
**** Six points of the 18-point IBL project will replace an elective either in the major in Part B. below or a free elective in Part C. below.
B. Information technology listed major (48 points)
You must complete at least one information technology listed major. A major requires eight units with no more than two units at level one (12 points) and at least three units (18 points) at level three. You may replace the major with an extended major by using the elective units available in Part A or Part C.
If you are intending to undertake an honours year you should ensure that you complete the specific units required as a pre-requisite for honours in your chosen major area of study.
Minors, majors and extended majors Refer also to the table of [[http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2020handbooks/undergrad/it-minor-major-extended-major-specialisation.html][minors, majors and extended majors by campus]] which also details if an area of study is available as a minor, major or extended major.
C. Free elective study (48 points)
Your elective units may be chosen from any of the units offered at Monash to suit your interests or career aspirations. For example, you may choose to take other units available in the Bachelor of Information Technology course to extend your major or to complete a second major or minor(s) from the course, or you may take faculty of IT units from C2001 Bachelor of Computer Science, its data science specialisation, or the software engineering specialisation in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). Elective units may also be used to sample from across the University or to complete a major or minor(s) from another course as long as you have completed the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units.
If you are undertaking the business information systems major or the software development major you may apply for selection to complete a second placement unit - FIT2032 Industry-based learning (18 points) - which will use three of the free electives in Part C. This second IBL placement is not an option for double degree students.
Free electives can be identified using the [[http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/search][browse units]] tool and [[http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/][indexes of units]] in the current edition of the Handbook. [[http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-bydomain_type-major.html][Majors]] and [[http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-bydomain_type-minor.html][minors]] can also be identified using the Handbook indexes. The level of the unit is indicated by the first number in the unit code; undergraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 1-3. You may need permission from the owning faculty to enrol in some units taught by other faculties.
If you are in a double degree courses, some units required for the partner degree are credited as electives towards this degree.
Industry-based learning (IBL) placement program
If you are selected to participate in the IBL placement program you will complete FIT3045 Industry-based learning (18 points) which will replace the capstone project unit and one IT elective.
If you are in the IBL program you must complete a unit over summer semester or overload in one semester by one unit in order to complete the degree within three years (this is because you only complete 18 points of credit during the IBL placement semester).
You must have completed at least three semesters of your course before starting your IBL placement.
Areas of study
Learning outcomes
These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.
Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:
- 1
communicate at a professional level with clients, system users and peers
- 2
work effectively in a team environment
- 3
work independently and self-assess performance
- 4
apply methods, theory and research to plan, develop and implement correct, well-structured and documented information products and systems
- 5
act in accordance with professional codes of conduct, recognizing the social, legal and ethical consequences of their work
- 6
recognise the role and value of information technology in organizations and society
- 7
effectively use computer hardware and software technologies
- 8
learn and apply emerging technologies.
Entry requirements
Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank
70 International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 2 (75 - 77.49); UERT Post-secondary Band 2 (Credit)
Other applicants
All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites.
VET Diploma graduates: Applicants can meet the mathematics prerequisites with either a VCE mathematics subject (with appropriate score) or with an IT-related Diploma. To be considered, applicants will normally require at least a 50% average. Preference will be given to students whose prior studies are related to the course in which they are seeking admission. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements. IT related diplomas may receive up to a maximum of 48 points of first year level credit.
VET Certificate IV graduates: Applicants can meet the mathematics prerequisites with either a VCE mathematics subject (with appropriate score) or with an IT-related Certificate IV. To be considered, applicants will normally require at least a 70% average. Preference will be given to students whose prior studies are related to the course in which they are seeking admission. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements.
University single units: Two single approved information technology-related units at an Australian higher education institution may satisfy minimum entry requirements, but more units will be useful for selection. Applicants should have at least a 60% average in their studies. Studies must have been completed within two years of intended commencement of the course.
University course transfers: Applicants who already meet minimum entry requirements of the course with their previous Year 12 (or equivalent) qualification require at least two completed university units to be considered for admission. Applicants who do not meet entry requirements of the course with their previous Year 12 (or equivalent) qualification must complete at least one academic year (equivalent to eight Monash units) of university study with at least a 60% average. Applicants without the prerequisite mathematics must have undertaken at least two information technology‐related units in their current degree.
STAT: The STAT can be used to complement an applicant's overall academic background. It cannot be used as the sole pathway for admission into this course.
English language
Monash Minimum: Level A, that is: IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or TOEFL Paper-based test: 550 with a TWE of 4.5; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test
Pathways
Monash College Diploma of Information Technology
Information Technology (Indigenous Entry)
More information
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) as meeting the standard of knowledge for professional-level membership.
Notes for students
2021 Monash University Global Campus Program
If you're unable to start this course in Australia, due to COVID-19 restrictions, you can start this course on-campus at Monash University Malaysia in semester one 2021, then continue in Australia once restrictions are eased. Find out more.
Other information
This course is about the application of computer-based technologies and systems to meet individual and organisational information needs. The course will enable you to gain the knowledge and skills needed to use IT effectively and to use, develop and manage IT-based systems. The flexibility of the course and the range of majors and minors will allow you to explore new areas, develop your strengths in IT and pursue your interests. It is a highly practical course that will prepare you for a career 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, games and multimedia 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 core studies in fundamental IT concepts, the course provides you with a choice of majors in your preferred fields of study, as well as the option to take a second major within IT or in another discipline. Knowledge and skills in IT coupled with the emphasis on generic skills problem solving, information literacy, communication and presentation skills, project management skills, and the capacity for team work will ensure that you have a firm foundation for a career in IT.
If you are an eligible student you may apply for the industry-based learning (IBL) placement program, in which you undertake one or two 22-week, full-time industry placements as part of the curriculum. Through the IBL placement program you will apply the skills and knowledge you have gained directly in a professional organisation.
Contacts
- Academic Coordinator
- Dr Thomas Chandler
Common questions
How long is Bachelor of Information Technology?
3 years full time, 144 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 6 semesters of full-time study.
What majors can I take in Bachelor of Information Technology?
5 majors in 2020, including Business information systems; Computer networks and security; Games development; Interactive media; and Software development.
What ATAR do I need for Bachelor of Information Technology?
The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2020 entry is 70 International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 2 (75 - 77.49).
Where can I study Bachelor of Information Technology?
At Clayton.
How do I plan my Bachelor of Information Technology units?
Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.