Information Technology
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Information Technology
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo
Course description
Information technology covers information systems, software development, computer networks and web development. This course offers studies in all aspects of information technology (IT) - using computers to manage information - but focuses particularly on: infrastructure technology; planning and managing technology lifecycles; developing applications, systems, web and multimedia resources; overseeing the installation and administration of networks; and ensuring information security. It also offers electives in other disciplines, such as business, humanities, mathematics, public health, and environmental science.
Students can access the Faculty's industry experience and student support programs.
Course structure
First-year studies cover IT fundamentals, mathematics, object-oriented programming, web development, and information systems.
Second- and third-year studies include intermediate object-oriented programming, information systems development, databases, network and information security web development and services, software and system development, and room for electives. Students complete a major project in third year.
After second year, students have an opportunity to gain a year's professional experience through a paid industry-based learning placement.
Contact hours
16 hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Computer networks, information systems, software development, web development
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)
20 800
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 Melbourne; 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
LTU Foundation Studies - 60
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 55.45
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 8,3
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 60
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.6
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Additional information
Students with Advanced Standing (credit) may commence in Semester 2 (July).
Career opportunities
Graduates qualify for careers as IT professionals specialising in areas such as information and business system analysis, business process modelling, project planning and management, database administration and management, web application design and development, and IT services and systems. They may also work as network support consultants, network project engineers, network security analysts, help desk supporters, internet specialists, LAN/WAN administrators, web designers/developers, systems administrators, web masters, e-Accounting engineers, systems analysts and in quality assurance or project management.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society.