C10143v7 Bachelor of Information Technology
University of Technology Sydney
About
This is a cooperative education scholarship program in computer information systems, developed by UTS in cooperation with a group of leading organisations.
It differs from other cooperative education courses in that, during the industry-based sessions, students follow a structured program designed jointly by UTS and the employer group, including formal coursework delivered by industry.There are a limited number of places available in this course according to the number of industry sponsors each year.
If selected for this course, students receive a total scholarship of around $49,500 for the duration of the course.This intensive course includes two six-month industry-based sessions with different industry sponsors.
Industry sponsors are heavily involved in the curriculum design to ensure graduates are not only highly qualified but also have the knowledge and skills relevant to the needs of industry.Students normally secure graduate employment before completion of the course.
Sponsors also actively recruit graduates from the course but students are not obliged to take up employment with a sponsor.
Structure
Students are required to complete 144 credit points, comprising core (48 credit points), software development studios (12 credit points), work integrated learning (36 credit points), sub-major (24 credit points), and electives (24 credit points).
There are special conditions relating to students enrolled in this course. Leave of absence and re-admission after withdrawal are not normally granted to students, except under extraordinary circumstances and subject to satisfactory arrangements being possible.
Industrial training/professional practice
Students spend two six-month, full-time sessions in industry.
Course completion requirements
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| STM90651 Core subjects (Information Technology) | 48cp |
| STM91312 Software Development Studios | 12cp |
| STM91313 Work Integrated Learning | 36cp |
| CBK91786 Sub-major choice | 24cp |
| CBK90571 Electives | 24cp |
| Total | 144cp |
Course diagram
Course program
The program below shows the suggested sequence of subjects. It is intended as a guide only and does not take into account such factors as recognition of prior learning, changes in attendance mode and subject availability, or satisfactory academic progress. Students should consult the Timetable Planner to confirm the availability of subjects in the current academic year.
Year 1
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 31265 Communication for IT Professionals | 6cp |
| 31266 Introduction to Information Systems | 6cp |
| 48023 Programming Fundamentals | 6cp |
| 31268 Web Systems | 6cp |
| 41115 Professional IT Practice Preparation 1 | 3cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 41120 Work Integrated Learning (BIT) | 6cp |
| 41049 Industry Experience 1 (BIT) | 9cp |
| 31271 Database Fundamentals | 6cp |
Year 2
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 41113 Software Development Studio 1 | 6cp |
| 41092 Network Fundamentals | 6cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| CBK91786 Sub-major choice | |
| 31269 Business Requirements Modelling | 6cp |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 41114 Software Development Studio 2 | 6cp |
| 41116 Professional IT Practice Preparation 2 | 3cp |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp |
| CBK91786 Sub-major choice | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| CBK90571 Electives | |
Year 3
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 41123 Work Integrated Learning Capstone | 6cp |
| 41050 Industry Experience 2 (BIT) | 9cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| CBK91786 Sub-major choice | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 31272 Project Management and the Professional | 6cp |
| Select 18 credit points from the following: | 18cp |
| CBK90571 Electives | |
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
This is an intensive scholarship course intended for current school leavers, although applications are accepted from non-current school leavers who completed Year 12 one year prior to application. Special application and selection procedures apply. Applicants must submit a Bachelor of Information Technology application questionnaire.
Applicants must demonstrate leadership potential and involvement in extracurricular activities, and it is expected that they achieve a minimum ATAR of 85. Short-listed applicants are interviewed, and final selection is based on ATAR and interview performance.
The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
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