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
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:
In addition,
Software Technology major only:
Network Technology major only:
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:
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 approved units to complete 100 credit points/
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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 |
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.
* 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.
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
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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.