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    B-INFTEC

    Information Technology

    Bachelor degree

    This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks.

    This offering version is phasing out and no longer taking applications. You may be able to apply for a later version.
    Course outline
    • ATAR

      ATAR

      The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is used to determine eligibility for places in university courses.
      Guaranteed ATAR 70
    • Qualification
      Bachelor of Information Technology
    • Duration

      Duration

      This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
      3 years full-time
    • Credit

      Credit

      A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.
      600
    • CRICOS

      CRICOS

      The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) Code indicates a registered program offered to international students studying in Australia on student visas.
      0100818
    Course outline
    Course outline

    Outline

    Outline

    This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks, specialising in various aspects of distributed computing.

    You will use Python as a tool for learning network and other programming. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.

    You'll develop a sound knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.

    This degree is designed to prepare you for careers in high-demand areas of computing. Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.

    If you perform well in the first year of this course you can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Computing course. If you perform exceptionally well, you can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computing) course, although acceptance is not automatic. In both cases, full credits will be transferred to the new course.

    Double degree options

    You can study a Bachelor of Information Technology as part of a double degree with a Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking).

    See our handbook for more course information.

    How this course will make you industry ready

    Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year student placement opportunities.

    What jobs can the Information Technology course lead to?

    Careers

    • Computer programmer
    • IT professional
    • Computer security professional
    • Software engineer/developer

    Industries

    • Applications and software development
    • Cyber security
    • IT analysis

    Further study

    What you'll learn

    • apply computer networking concepts to develop solutions and protect systems related to information technology
    • evaluate information technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
    • identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of technology sources to optimise the process of network design and implementation
    • document information technology activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
    • effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations
    • sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development
    • recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards and best practice in process software design and development
    • contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner

    Professional recognition

    This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

    Admission criteria

    What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

    Select an option that best suits you:

    You’re considered a high school leaver if you:

    • Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
    • Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.

    ATAR pathway

    • Guaranteed ATAR 70

      This course has a guaranteed ATAR of 70

    • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Subjects you must have studied in high school to be eligible for entry into a course.

      Mathematics: Applications ATAR, or equivalent.

    • Desirable WACE subjects

      Desirable WACE subjects

      High school subjects that aren’t essential for entry into the course, but provide a good foundation.

      Mathematics: Methods ATAR, or equivalent.

    Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

    StepUp Entry

    StepUp Entry

    StepUp grants additional ATAR points to help eligible students qualify for admission.

    Successful StepUp Entry and StepUp Equity Adjustment Admission Pathway (StepUp Bonus) applicants will be eligible to be considered for admission into this course.

    Alternative pathways

    • UniReady

      If you don’t meet our minimum admission criteria, the UniReady Enabling Program can help you qualify for entry into a range of undergraduate courses.

    • Certificate IV + English Competency

      The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency.

    • Indigenous applicant

      If you’re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant who hasn’t met Curtin’s minimum admissions criteria, the Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses that are tailored to help you gain entry into this course.

    • STAT entry

      Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

      The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

      Not accepted.

    English requirements

    Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

    You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

    IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

    Writing

    6

    Speaking

    6

    Reading

    6

    Listening

    6

    Overall band score

    6

    Find your pathway to Curtin

    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

    Pathway finder tool

    How others gained admission

    View the ATAR breakdown to see the low, median and high ATAR scores of students who started studying this course recently.

    To see the other pathways students have taken, see the pathway breakdown.

    Application Requirements

    You’re considered someone with work and life experience if:

    You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

    How we define ‘experience’
    ‘Experience’ includes a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as mature-age entry, professional experience whether completion of the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is required or not, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study.

    Pathways

    • STAT entry

      Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

      The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

      Not accepted.

    ATAR pathway

    • Guaranteed ATAR 70

      This course has a guaranteed ATAR of 70

    • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Subjects you must have studied in high school to be eligible for entry into a course.

      Mathematics: Applications ATAR, or equivalent.

    • Desirable WACE subjects

      Desirable WACE subjects

      High school subjects that aren’t essential for entry into the course, but provide a good foundation.

      Mathematics: Methods ATAR, or equivalent.

    Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

    English requirements

    Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

    You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

    IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

    Writing

    6

    Speaking

    6

    Reading

    6

    Listening

    6

    Overall band score

    6

    Find your pathway to Curtin

    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

    Pathway finder tool

    Application Requirements

    You’re considered someone who studied at TAFE or have done an apprenticeship if:

    Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.

    Pathways

    • TAFE entry

      • AQF Certificate IV - Separate evidence of Higher English language proficiency is required; or
      • AQF Diploma; or
      • AQF Advanced Diploma

      AND

      • satisfied the prerequisite.

      The Maths Applications prerequisite can be met with:

      • Maths Applications ATAR; or
      • MATH1013 Introductory Mathematics; or
      • MATH1005 Pre-Calculus.

    • STAT entry

      Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

      The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

      Not accepted.

    ATAR pathway

    • Guaranteed ATAR 70

      This course has a guaranteed ATAR of 70

    • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Subjects you must have studied in high school to be eligible for entry into a course.

      Mathematics: Applications ATAR, or equivalent.

    • Desirable WACE subjects

      Desirable WACE subjects

      High school subjects that aren’t essential for entry into the course, but provide a good foundation.

      Mathematics: Methods ATAR, or equivalent.

    Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

    English requirements

    Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

    You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

    IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

    Writing

    6

    Speaking

    6

    Reading

    6

    Listening

    6

    Overall band score

    6

    Find your pathway to Curtin

    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

    Pathway finder tool

    Application Requirements

    You’re considered someone who has recently left university if:

    Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.

    Curtin course switcher criteria

    To switch into this course, you need to have:

    1. Met the admission criteria for minimum entry
    2. Completed ATAR Mathematics Applications (or equivalent)


    Prerequisite Information
    The ATAR Mathematics Applications can be met with one of the following Curtin units:
    MATH1013 Introductory Mathematics
    MATH1014 Foundations of Calculus
    MATH1015 Linear Algebra 

    Higher education course switcher criteria

    Our admission criteria for minimum entry apply to those who are switching courses from another higher education course provider. 

    In addition, you need to have:  

    1. Completed ATAR Mathematics Applications or unit/s assessed as comparable to ATAR Maths Applications.

    ATAR pathway

    • Guaranteed ATAR 70

      This course has a guaranteed ATAR of 70

    • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

      Subjects you must have studied in high school to be eligible for entry into a course.

      Mathematics: Applications ATAR, or equivalent.

    • Desirable WACE subjects

      Desirable WACE subjects

      High school subjects that aren’t essential for entry into the course, but provide a good foundation.

      Mathematics: Methods ATAR, or equivalent.

    Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

    English requirements

    Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

    You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

    IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

    Writing

    6

    Speaking

    6

    Reading

    6

    Listening

    6

    Overall band score

    6

    Find your pathway to Curtin

    Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

    Pathway finder tool

    Application Requirements

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    • Curtin course code: B-INFTEC
    • CRICOS code: 0100818
    • Last updated on: 4 December 2024

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