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 full-time (4 years in accelerated program) or up to 9 years part-time.
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
Application
VTAC for first-semester entry, or direct application to the University for mid-year entry.
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
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-undergraduatesA limited number of scholarships are offered for students to undertake an industry-based learning component. Students who have completed three full years of study are eligible to apply.
Middle Band
Re-ranking is based on study scores achieved in prerequisite studies and Business Studies. Consideration is given to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria. In addition, a regional bonus may apply.
Selection
ATAR n/a (2011)
Guaranteed Entry - Year 12 applicants only. Applicants with an ATAR of 80 or above receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs are considered through normal selection processes.
Non-Year 12 selection may involve: ENTER/ATAR, Pi form, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. They may also be asked to complete a maths test.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English; and at least 20 in and Mathematics (any). Minimum ATAR of 70.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March 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 eagerly seek graduates with both accounting and IT qualifications. Employment opportunities include computer systems management, auditing and other managerial positions.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Information Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
The Bachelor of Accounting is accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia. Graduates are eligible for membership with either professional accounting body or other professional groups such as the National Institute of Accountants (NIA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).