Bachelor of Information Technology (I.T. Applications and Business Systems)
Awarded by The University of Newcastle, Australia
(Full-Time)
Have you been intrigued by what goes on behind the scenes of every IT department in an organisation? And would love the challenge of developing creative solutions to problems?
The Bachelor of Information (I.T. Applications and Business Information Systems) is a multi-disciplinary programme which hones your skills in developing application solutions and building robust business systems. This unique combination ensures that you are exposed to I.T. in various settings, so that you may apply your I.T. expertise to address real world problems and needs of modern organisations.
The University's Accolades - Ranked 61st University in the Asia-Pacific
(Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Ranking 2008) - 4 star ratings in graduate starting salaries, toughness to get in, research grants achieved
(The Good Universities Guide 2007) - Top 10 Universities for research output and annual research income
Course Structure
- This course consists of 31 modules and 1 IT Project
- 2 semesters in year 1; 3 trimesters in year 2 and 3
- 4 modules are taught in each semester/trimester by both University faculty and local lecturers
This course is specially designed with the objective of giving students with GCE ‘O' levels or its equivalent a head start to an undergraduate degree programme. Year 1 consists of bridging components which are meant to prepare students for further undergraduate work. The accelerated schedule allows a typical 4-year programme of study to be completed within 3 years. Students may also enjoy the benefit of transferring or completing their studies on campus in Australia.
Course Outline
| Year 1 |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| English for Tertiary Studies 1 | English for Tertiary Studies 2 |
| Mathematics 1 | Mathematics 2 |
Economics1 (Microeconomics)
| Economics 2 (Macroeconomics) |
| Accounting 1 | Accounting 2 |
| |
| Year 2 |
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Internet Communication
| Visual Programming
| Discrete Mathematics
|
| Managing the Organisations | Foundations in Information Technology 1
| Applications Programming |
Accounting for Decision Makers
| Principles of Marketing | Systems and Software Development
|
Microeconomics for Business Decisions
| Information and Communication in Business
| Web Multimedia |
| |
| Year 3 |
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Database Management Systems
| Advanced Software Development
| Information Technology Applications
|
System and Network Administration
| Contemporary Issues in Information Technology
| Strategic Business Systems |
eCommerce
| Web Database Interfacing
| The Information Resource
|
Information Systems Programming
| Knowledge Management
| Information Technology Project |
Delivery of modules may not follow the sequence as shown and are subject to change. Duration
The programme can be completed within 3 years. For those granted with exemptions, this programme may be completed within 2 years.
Your Career Opportunities
As a graduate of the programme, you will be equiped to take advantage of career opportunities in the following professions:
Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for local students are:
- A minimum of 5 GCE 'O' level credits including English (Second languages are excluded).
Applicants without the required average grades may also apply but will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the University.
For international students, please click here.
Exemptions
Applicants who meet the minimum entry requirements of the programme and possess the following qualifications may be exempted from Year 1:
- GCE 'A' levels (minimum 3 'A' level passes, excluding General Paper).
- Diploma from a local polytechnic or other recognised institutions.
- Higher NITEC with GPA 3.5 and above
Applicants with Diplomas or Advanced Diplomas in related studies from polytechnics or other recognised institutions may be considered for advance standing into the Year 2 modules.
Availability
Year 1 intakes: January, May, August every year
Year 2 intakes: August every year
Course Fees
Total programme fee: S$46,224.00 (3 years) / $37,236.00 (2 years)
- All fees are inclusive of 7% GST and may be subject to change annually
- The above fees excludes textbooks
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