“I want to learn about computer and network configurations, web and application programming and database design and maintenance”

“I want to learn about computer and network configurations, web and application programming and database design and maintenance”

Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology

R3/481/6/0228 | MQA/FA15193 (05.08.2029)

The Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology provides students with the knowledge and skills to be an information and communication technology professional, with particular skills in a chosen area. The course focuses on computer and network configurations, web and application programming, and database design and maintenance. Students also have the opportunity to specialise in a particular aspect of ICT-related work. This course is ideal for students who are seeking an ICT course with flexible outcomes.

Eligible students are able to complement their professional major with other studies in big data, mobile computing, multimedia design production, marketing, international business, organization management, human resources, science and robotics/electronics.

INTAKES
February, September

DURATION
3 years

This program is accredited at the professional level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional Level. The program has been externally vetted by ACS, ensuring it meets the highest standard of the profession and the industry.

Course details

Course objectives

The main aim of the course is to provide graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be an ICT professional with particular skills in a chosen area. Graduates will be prepared for immediate professional employment, or further studies at honours or postgraduate level.

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

  • identify the need for ICT solutions, elicit information from the relevant stakeholders about the requirements for the solution and research and plan solutions according to the requirements identified
  • assess and analyse the appropriateness of methodologies and technologies for the design and implementation of ICT solutions
  • research, evaluate and discuss the suitability and procurement options of alternatives for a given purpose
  • identify and analyse situations that require investigations about methodologies, practices, technologies, ethical and legal issues and source the generic and specialised software tools used by IT professionals
  • communicate effectively using written and spoken English in a professional context, adapt personal interaction style to a given audience, work efficiently in a team, guide and direct other team members, identify the pertinent legal and ethical issues and be familiar with the generic and specialised software tools used by IT professionals
  • demonstrate problem-solving skills to apply technologies to new situations when implementing, maintaining, documenting and troubleshooting small-scale systems demonstrate an appropriate knowledge of the technologies that make up ICT infrastructure and articulate the relationships and interdependencies between technologies

In addition,

Software Technology major only:

  • participate in a software development project, design and implement object-oriented software, including software for mobile applications and consider relevant security and usability aspects

Network Technology major only:

  • plan and deploy secure network systems utilising current practices in IP technologies, network security, and scalable server deployment

Course structure

For the successful completion of the Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology, students are required to complete a total of 24 units (300 credit points) consisting of:

  • 8 units in core studies (100 credit points)
  • 8 units in major study (100 credit points)
  • 8 units in other studies (100 credit points)

Units of study

Core Units

8 units (100 credit points)

Units Unit codes Credit points
Introduction to Programming COS10009 12.5
ICT Inquiry Project ICT10022 12.5
Web Development COS10005 12.5
Fundamentals of Data Management COS20015 12.5
Technology in an Indigenous Context Project COS10025 12.5
Network Administration TNE10005 12.5
ICT Project A* ICT30017 12.5
ICT Project B* ICT30018 12.5

Major: Software Technology

8 units (100 credit points)

Units Unit codes Credit points
Cloud Computing Architecture COS20019 12.5
Object-oriented Programming COS20007 12.5
ICT Design Project ICT20025 12.5
Advanced Web Development* COS30020 12.5
Interface Design and Development* COS30043 12.5
Software Development for Mobile Devices* COS30017 12.5
Data Visualisation* COS30045 12.5
ICT Innovation Project ICT30016 12.5

Major: Network Technology

8 units (100 credit points)

Units Unit codes Credit points
Secure Remote Access Networks* TNE30012 12.5
Networks and Switching TNE10006 12.5
ICT Design Project ICT20025 12.5
Network Routing Principles TNE20002 12.5
Advanced Web Development* COS30020 12.5
ICT Innovation Project ICT30016 12.5
Data Visualisation* COS30045 12.5
Enterprise Network Server Administration* TNE30018 12.5

Electives

8 units (100 credit points)

Choose from a list of elective units from the study planner to complete 100 credit points

Minor: Big Data Analytics

4 units (50 credit points)

Units Unit codes Credit points
Introduction to Data Science COS10081 12.5
Applied Analytics in Business COS10082 12.5
Advanced Data Analytics COS20083 12.5
Big Data Architecture and Application COS20085 12.5

Co-major: Social Media

8 units (100 credit points)

Units Unit codes Credit points
Innovation Cultures: Perspectives on Science and Technology MDA10006 12.5
Digital Communities MDA20009 12.5
National Media in a Globalised World MDA20025 12.5
Networked Selves MDA20003 12.5
Sports /Advertising / Media MDA20011 12.5
Media Analytics and Visualisation MDA30017 12.5
Media & Communications Project B* MDA30007 12.5
Researching Social Media Publics MDA30012 12.5

* Prerequisite subject

Minor: Social Media

4 units (50 credit points)

Units Unit codes Credit points
Innovation Cultures: Perspectives on Science and Technology MDA10006 12.5
Digital Communities MDA20009 12.5
Networked Selves MDA20003 12.5
Researching Social Media Publics MDA30012 12.5

Work integrated learning

Swinburne’s Work Integrated Learning program provides opportunities to gain invaluable skills and confidence in knowing that you have what it takes to land a job in your field by graduation. You can also earn credit towards your degree. Choose from six- or 12-month professional placements, professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements.

Fees & scholarships

Fee*

Malaysian students
RM27,240 (annual)
International students
RM35,496 (annual)

* The indicative course fees shown here applies to students studying on-campus in Malaysia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student’s study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

Scholarships

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Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

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English Requirements

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Application process

Apply for this course by following the step-by-step process from the links below.

Career opportunities

There is a large number of job roles available for those with software development qualifications and experience including enterprise systems application developer, quality assurance analyst, project manager, multimedia developer, systems architect, business requirements analyst, technical writer, application integration specialist, user interface analyst, contract manager, data warehouse architect, data mining specialist and help desk manager.

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