C10239v1 Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

This course integrates a professional degree in information technology with the study of a language and culture other than English and the opportunity for students to study overseas for an academic year, pursuing a major research project in a field of their choice.The information technology component provides a sound education in all aspects of computing and information technology for a career in the profession.The international studies component offers an in-depth understanding of diverse cultures through academic learning at UTS and the host institution during the year abroad.Students choose an IT major and are allocated to a country major as part of the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies.The course adopts a practice-based approach to IT education and the course content is designed with a mix of theory and practice.

As well as gaining strong technical skills in IT, students gain skills in business analysis, problem-solving, teamwork and communication.

Employers look for graduates with industry experience and, in this course, students are exposed to real IT problems.The international studies component of this course means that graduates have the added advantage of being well prepared to participate in a global workforce and a diverse range of IT careers and companies.

Students are required to complete 240 credit points, comprising:

Information Technology (96 credit points)

• core (48 credit points)
• major (48 credit points)
• choice of (48 credit points):
• second IT major
• two sub-majors
• one sub-major and four electives; or
• eight electives

The sub-major(s) must be taken in a different field to that of the major.

International Studies (96 credit points)

• foundations and contemporary society (16 credit points)
• language and culture (32 credit points)
• in-country study (48 credit points)

The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies is completed over a minimum of three years and is not offered as a separate degree; it is completed only in combination with the professional degree program.

The IT major is selected at the time of admission. Students nominate their preferred international studies major during the first year of the course.

Overseas study

Students spend their fourth year of study at a university overseas.

Industrial training/professional practice

Industrial training is available as an additional year by concurrently enrolling in the Diploma in Information Technology Professional Practice (C20056). The diploma comprises a minimum of nine months' full-time paid work experience and supporting subjects at UTS.

Course completion requirements

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Course program

The sample program below shows a suggested sequence of subjects for the Japan major. Students in other country majors follow a similar sequence. Sample programs for IT majors are available under the standalone Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (C10148). The program 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

Spring session

Year 2

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 3

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 4

Autumn session

Spring session

Year 5

Autumn session

Spring session

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

Students are admitted to the international studies program with no guarantee of entry to a specific major, although every effort is made to meet students' preferences.

Current school leavers are advised to complete the Year 12 Engineering and IT Questionnaire. The questionnaire allows applicants to demonstrate their strong motivation to study engineering or IT at UTS and may assist applicants whose ATAR falls short of the required cut-off by up to three points.

Non-current school leavers are advised to complete the employment question on their UAC application as adjustment factors may be applied on the basis of relevant work experience.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or 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.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.