Accounting/Information Technology
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Accounting/Bachelor of Information Technology
Length
4.5 years (or 4 years in an accelerated learning program)
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
Offering professional accreditation in accounting and information technology (IT) - using computers to manage information - this course aims to give students a powerful skill-set in an increasingly competitive environment, equipping them to meet current industry demands. All students undertake industry-based studies.
Some industry-based learning scholarships are available.
Course structure
First-year studies include IT fundamentals, object-oriented programming, information systems, business law, accounting, and economics.
Later-year studies include intermediate object-oriented programming, information systems development, databases, mathematics, computer networks, auditing and taxation, management and management accounting, financial accounting, and electives from IT, business or other disciplines.
After second year, students can gain a year of professional IT experience through a paid industry-based learning placement.
Contact hours
Between 16 and 20 hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Information systems, software development, programming, computer technology, accounting, management.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
21 740
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesSelection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 70
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - Not applicable
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 7
Hong Kong A Levels - 7
HKDSE - 8,4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8.67
MICSS (UEC) - 4A 2B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 73
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.7
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.4
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.8
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's <b> Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs</b>, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to VCE Units 3 & 4 (any) with a study score of at least 20; and 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Career opportunities
Globally-accredited accounting firms have indicated a need for graduates who have both accounting and information technology qualifications. Employment opportunities include computer systems management, auditing and other managerial roles.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Information Technology has Australian Computer Society accreditation.
The Bachelor of Accounting has been accredited by both CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia. Graduates are eligible for membership with either professional accounting body or with other professional groups such as the National Institute of Accountants (NIA) and the Association of Chartered Accountants (ACCA).