Program Overview

Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) is an undergraduate degree that provides advanced coursework and a minor thesis for students in computer and information science, information systems, or equivalent disciplines. The program prepares students for postgraduate studies or industrial employment in computing and information technology or information systems.

Aim

The aim of the program is to provide students with an opportunity for advanced study in areas including software engineering, human-computer interaction, virtual and augmented reality (XR), game design, artificial intelligence, database, data science, IOT, industry 4.0, and cyber-physical systems, medical informatics, information systems, computer science, cloud computing, visualization, cybersecurity, networking, mobile development, human factors, usability, and human factors (UX).

Content and Structure

The degree requires the completion of 36 units, including:

• 1 x 4.5 unit research methods course
• 3 x 4.5 unit electives
• 2 x 4.5 and 1 x 9 unit honours thesis courses

Courses

The following courses are part of the program:

First Semester

• Research Methods (INFT 4017, 4.5 units)
• Honours Minor Thesis Preparation (NASC 4019, 4.5 units)
• Honours Minor Thesis 1 (NASC 4017, 4.5 units)
• Elective (4.5 units)

Second Semester

• Elective (4.5 units)
• Elective (4.5 units)
• Honours Minor Thesis 2 (NASC 4018, 9 units)

Electives

Available electives include:

• Advanced Honours Topics 1 (INFS 4010, 4.5 units)
• Advanced Topics in Science 2 (NASC 4006, 4.5 units)
• Advanced Honours Topics 2 (NASC 4016, 4.5 units)

Rules and Notes

1. The schedule shown is for one year of full-time study. Part-time students must complete the program in a maximum of two years of study.
2. The program provides students with an opportunity for advanced study in areas including software engineering, human-computer interaction, virtual and augmented reality (XR), game design, artificial intelligence, database, data science, IOT, industry 4.0, and cyber-physical systems, medical informatics, information systems, computer science, cloud computing, visualization, cybersecurity, networking, mobile development, human factors, usability, and human factors (UX).
3. At the beginning of the academic year, students will be advised of available and recommended courses. With the approval of the Program Director, students may select appropriate elective courses of equivalent value from other institutions. Alternatively, and with the prior approval of the Program Director, elective courses may be selected from those offered at Honours or Masters level of a relevant degree.
4. Depending on the number of students enrolled, these courses may be offered in a class-based format or as directed study under the guidance of the course coordinator.
5. Minor thesis courses can be taken in either Study Period 2 or Study Period 5 but must be taken in subsequent semesters unless otherwise approved by the Program Director.

Program Director

The Program Director is AsPr Stewart Von Itzstein.

Entry Requirements

Entry to the Honours program will be available to students who have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree in information technology or a related discipline. Applicants should have displayed a high level of academic achievement throughout their degree, normally achieving at least a credit level average. Applicants are selected on the basis of academic merit and the availability of a supervisor in the proposed area of research.

Essential Requirements for Admission

• Prerequisites: None
• Assumed Knowledge: None

Duration and Mode

• Duration: 1 year full-time (approximately)
• Mode: On-campus

Fees

The program is Commonwealth Supported, and students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution.

Start Date

The program starts in February and July. The exact start date is outlined in the course timetable.