Bachelor of Information Technology (The University Of Newcastle, Australia)
Course Information
Description
This information technology degree provides strong technical foundations blended with an understanding of people, organisations and complex systems. The programme makes extensive use of real-world problems to produce graduates who are technically competent, creative and able to adapt to the workplace.
Students are exposed to the use if IT in various settings, concentrating on traditional business uses of IT. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, teamwork, and social and professional responsibility. It is expected that many graduates of this programme will go on to leadership roles in companies involved in the development or innovative application of information technologies.
Course Highlights
Asian Expert Perspectives
Taught by University of Newcastle approved lecturers, with doctorates from reputable universities in Singapore and abroad
Industry Immersion
Enjoy opportunities for professional events, seminars and workshops when you join as a student member of the Singapore Computer Society (SCS) and The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
Purpose-built STEM Facilities
Immerse yourself in a STEM-focused environment equipped with multiple computer labs running MATLAB and other specialised software.
Entry Requirements
Local Qualifications
- GCE A-Levels (Minimum 3 subjects in H2 level or 2 subjects at H2 level and 2 subjects at H1 level); OR
- 3-year Diploma from local Polytechnic; OR
- PSB Academy Diploma in Infocomm Technology; OR
- PSB Academy Diploma in Network Defence and Forensic Countermeasures; OR
- Other Diploma or equivalent qualification would be assessed on a case by case basis
Entry requirements (program code 11497) for international students can be found at https://www.newcastle.edu.au/international/study-with-us/undergraduate/undergraduate-entry-requirements
Minimum Age Requirement
- 16 years old
The minimum age requirement is stated in the UON Admission Procedure Manual -Coursework Programs Section 2 – Admission, Admissions – General (18) d. be a minimum of 16 years of age at 1 March of the year of admission. Applicants under the age of 16 years may apply directly to the Vice-Chancellor for consideration.
English Language Requirements
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement through one of the following methods:
English Language Tests
1. GCSE – English Language or Literature
2. IGCSE – A level English or Humanities
- Overall Score: Minimum Grade C
3. IELTS Academic
- Overall Score: 6.0
- Section minimums are: 6.0 R/L/S/W
4. TOEFL IBT
- Overall Score: 60
- Minimum Individual Skills Test: R: 13, L: 12, S: 18 and Writing: 21
5. PTE Academic (GSE)
- Overall Score: 50
- Section Minimum: 54
6. PSB Certificate in Academic English (PSB CAE)
- Students must obtain 60% or more in each of the 4 exams. Each of the 4 exams is of equal weighting.
English language test scores must be less than 2 years old at the date of application to the University of Newcastle.
The English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy will outline in detail what UON’s requirements are for admission. Applicants should review the Flowchart and Requirements tables (accessible in from the Policy – Associated Information) for additional information on the variety of qualifications and/or recognised English exams will satisfy the requirements.
International Qualifications:
- See course webpage for more information
Career Opportunities
Information not available
Modules
Core Modules – 140 units
- Computing Fundamentals
- Database and Information Management
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Web Technologies
- Object Oriented Programming
- Systems and Network Administration
- Applied Artificial Intelligence
- Business Analysis
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Computer Science and Information Technology Work Integrated Learning Part A
- Computer Science and Information Technology Work Integrated Learning Part B
- Project Management
- Professional Practice in IT
ICT Developer Major (60 Units)
Compulsory Modules – 60 units of the following:
- Discrete Mathematics
- Data Structures
- Mobile Application Programming
- The Digital Economy
- Web Programming
- Games Design
ICT Professional Major (60 Units)
Compulsory Modules – 60 units of the following:
- Introduction to Programming
- Business Decision Making
- System and Network Security
- Advanced Database
- Cloud Computing
- Big Data