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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Information Technology (799AA.4)
Please note these are the 2018 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 68.00 | On campus |
4.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | Academic Program Area - Maths & Technology School of Arts and Communications |
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| On campus |
4.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | Academic Program Area - Maths & Technology School of Arts and Communications |
056130E | |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Double degree: Define your talent for the arts with an IT edge
Team your arts degree with an accredited Bachelor of Information Technology (IT). Discover all that university has to offer while specialising in IT, humanities and social science subjects.
Acquire diverse knowledge and skills essential for your competitive edge in the job market.
Combine a Bachelor of Arts with a Bachelor of Information Technology at UC to:
- study majors in information systems and software engineering, as well as units in web design and programming
- pursue an arts major of personal interest from the following areas of study:
- politics, society and culture
- communication, English language, writing and cultural heritage
- architecture, design and media
- follow a specific career path by also choosing a professional major
- explore open electives across the University.
Study opportunities
With course advice, you can exit this course early with a single degree:
- Bachelor of Arts.
- Bachelor of Information Technology.
Career opportunities
- Graduates achieve a broad range of technical, analytical and communication skills to address the needs of modern organisations in the public or private sectors.
- This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Important to know
Save time and complete 2 degrees in 4 years.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by the professional body, the Australian Computer Society, at the Professional level.
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
Additional admission requirements
Refer to individual courses.
Assumed knowledge
Refer to individual courses.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Information Technology (799AA) | 96 credit points
Object Oriented Software Design (7165) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- Note: Students in a double degree with Sport Coaching & Exercise Science, Sport & Exercise Science or Commerce must do this version of the major (i.e. do not do the Restricted Choice Part B unit).
Object Oriented Software Design (7165) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- From 2019 the unit code for 6365 Systems Analysis and Modelling has changed to 11486.
- Students wishing to learn a language will need to apply for cross-institutional study. Please refer to www.canberra.edu.au/faculties/arts-design/languages for further information.
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Governance in an Information Age (7069) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Introduction to Public Policy (7074) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Sociology of Health (7086) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Governance in an Information Age (7069) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Introduction to Public Policy (7074) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Sociology of Health (7086) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- Select 1 of the following options:
- This option is only for students in the Bachelor of Social Science.
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Governance in an Information Age (7069) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Introduction to Public Policy (7074) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Sociology of Health (7086) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- This option is for students who are NOT in the Bachelor of Social Science.
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Governance in an Information Age (7069) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Introduction to Public Policy (7074) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Sociology of Health (7086) | 3 credit points — Level 3
e-Law for Government and Business (6387) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Intellectual Property Law (6407) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Governance in an Information Age (7069) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Note:
- Students must select at least 6 credit points at Level 3 from the Part B units.
e-Law for Government and Business (6387) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Intellectual Property Law (6407) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Governance in an Information Age (7069) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Note:
- Students must select at least 6 credit points at Level 3 from the Part B units.
e-Law for Government and Business (6387) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Intellectual Property Law (6407) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Governance in an Information Age (7069) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Note:
- Students must select at least 6 credit points at Level 3 from the Part B units.
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- Students must select at least 6 credit points at Level 3 from the Part B units.
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- Students must select at least 9 credit points at Level 3 from the Part B units.
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- Students must select at least 12 credit points at Level 3 from the Part B units.
Introduction to Public Policy (7074) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Introduction to Public Policy (7074) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Introduction to Public Policy (7074) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Anarchy and Order in International Relations (8166) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Anarchy and Order in International Relations (8166) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Anarchy and Order in International Relations (8166) | 3 credit points — Level 2
- Students undertaking the Minor in Human Rights and Social Justice must select units that are not part of that minor.
Feminist Politics (9559) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Asia-Pacific Politics (9565) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Contemporary Cultural Practice (7009) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- Students can select a maximum of 3 credit points at Level 2 from the Part C units.
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Contemporary Cultural Practice (7009) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- Students can select a maximum of 3 credit points at Level 2 from the Part C units.
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Contemporary Cultural Practice (7009) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- Students can select a maximum of 3 credit points at Level 2 from the Part C units.
Note:
- Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation must complete unit 9316 Cultural Heritage Field School.
Introduction to Planning (7967) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Indigenous Health (8579) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Indigenous Health (8579) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Indigenous Health (8579) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Surface, Colour and Completeness (9480) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Sustainable Repair and Restoration (9479) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- The codes for these units changed in 2015 and only the newer code in each pair is available for enrolment.
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
- Any language sequence
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
- Any language sequence
Study of Language (6166) | 3 credit points — Level 1
- Any language sequence
- To complete this Major students must pass at least 6 credit points at Level 3.
Introduction to Media Production (8121) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Digital Media Literacy (9022) | 3 credit points — Level 1
- To complete this Major, students must pass at least 6 credit points at Level 3.
Introduction to Media Production (8121) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Introduction to Cinematography (7880) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Drama Production (7885) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Introduction to Media Production (8121) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Graphic Design Thinking and Research (8600) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Communication Internship (9490) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Industry & Community Engagement (Internships) (10115) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Publication Design (8608) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Sustainable Environmental Techniques (9779) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Graphic Design Thinking and Research (8600) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Industry & Community Engagement (Internships) (10115) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- Students may select no more than 9 credit points at Level 2 from the Restricted Choice units.
Note:
- Students may select no more than 6 credit points at Level 2 from the Part A units.
Note:
- Students may select no more than 3 credit points at Level 2 from the Restricted Choice units.
Note:
- From Semester 1 2018 unit 5617 Accounting for Managers is no longer offered at the Bruce campus. Students complete unit 11009 Business Decision Making instead.
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Indigenous Health (8579) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Indigenous Health (8579) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Indigenous Health (8579) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- 1. From 2020 unit 8577 Health Program Planning & Development has been replaced by 10454 Health Program Planning & Evaluation.
- 2. Students in the Bachelor of Public Health must complete the 24 credit point version of this Major.
- Students choosing to undertake the 24 credit point Major must be enrolled in the Human Nutrition degree course or have permission from the Convener of the Major.
Nonparametric Statistics (6545) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- 10235 Tackling Environmental Challenges replaces 6916 Ecology and Biodiversity from 2017. Students who have previously completed 6916 may still count it towards course completion.
Commercialisation (6351) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Note:
- From Semester 1 2018 unit 5617 Accounting for Managers is no longer offered at Bruce campus. Students complete unit 11009 Business Decision Making instead.
- Some of the listed Majors are greater than 18 credit points. Students who select such a Major will need to use Open Elective credit points to complete the requirements of the Major.
Note:- Must complete either two 18 credit point Arts Majors or one 18 credit point Arts Major and one 18 credit point Professional Major.
- Unit Levels: In selecting electives students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
Note:- Must pass 9 credit points from anywhere in the University.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Arts Major 2/Professional Major Unit
Arts Major Unit
MJ0107 Part B Unit
Semester 2
Arts Major 2/Professional Major Unit
Arts Major Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Arts Major 2/Professional Major Unit
Arts Major Unit
MJ0107 Part C Unit
Semester 2
Arts Major 2/Professional Major Unit
Arts Major Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Arts Major 2/Professional Major Unit
Arts Major Unit
MJ0057 Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Arts Major Unit
Arts Major 2/Professional Major Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
MJ0107 Part A Unit
Course duration
Standard eight semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| To provide students with a flexible preparation for many areas of vocational and professional employment, as well as the broad perspective required for informed citizenship through an in-depth understanding of three discipline areas. The course aims to equip students with a range of skills necessary for being an independent thinker, and to improve your ability to deal confidently and effectively with complex reasoning, argumentation and divergent thinking. Further, the course aims to develop students capacities to analyse and evaluate complex arguments, to construct strong and convincing arguments and to communicate those arguments effectively. It also aims to develop skills needed for idea generation and creative problem solving. The course provides foundation units in the first year to develop all the essential generic skills as listed in the UC Generic Skills Policy. The UC Generic Skills are also developed across the three Majors. While some units in some Majors focus on a few of the Generic Skills, by the completion of a Major, all the skills have been developed. These skills are developed in a general (Foundation units) and discipline specific way (Majors and Open Electives). The course also provides open electives from any discipline within the University of Canberra. |
To provide students with a flexible preparation for many areas of vocational and professional employment, as well as the broad perspective required for informed citizenship through an in-depth understanding of three discipline areas. The course aims to equip students with a range of skills necessary for being an independent thinker, and to improve your ability to deal confidently and effectively with complex reasoning, argumentation and divergent thinking. Further, the course aims to develop students¿ capacities to analyse and evaluate complex arguments, to construct strong and convincing arguments and to communicate those arguments effectively. It also aims to develop skills needed for idea generation and creative problem solving. The course provides foundation units in the first year to develop all the essential generic skills as listed in the UC Generic Skills Policy. The UC Generic Skills are also developed across the three Majors. While some units in some Majors focus on a few of the Generic Skills, by the completion of a Major, all the skills have been developed. These skills are developed in a general (Foundation units) and discipline specific way (Majors and Open Electives). The course also provides open electives from any discipline within the University of Canberra. |
| Knowledge and skills of the cutting edge development in the information technology (IT) industry and application of the knowledge and skills to real life IT systems and their business environments, policies, and management, independently and/or work in a team. | Analysis and enquiry Working independently and with others |
| Solid foundation of the relevant theories and the basic principles in IT fields, including business, information systems, system analysis and modelling, system administration, security, networking, software development, and artificial intelligence etc.; from the foundation to acquire up-to-date knowledge and skills in the future. | Analysis and enquiry Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change |
| Knowledge, skills, understanding and application of the investigation, analysis, and synthesis to IT systems and their business environments, policies, and management with a high level of professional ethics, responsibilities, values and standards. | Analysis and enquiry Problem solving Professionalism and social responsibility Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change |
| Communication skills in listening, reading, speaking, explaining, teaching, and writing from and to audiences of different backgrounds and papers of different scops and levels. | Professionalism and social responsibility Communication; Problem solving Working independently and with others |
| Expertise and skills to critique, synthesise and apply new development, skills, knowledge, and standards in the IT fields to real world IT systems, with respect to their business environments, policies, and management. | Analysis and enquiry Problem solving Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change |
| Expertise and skills in research to test established theories against a body of knowledge in IT fields; expertise and skills in designing and testing hypothesis for problem solving and conducting research; expertise and skills in contributing new knowledge and skills to the IT fields. | Analysis and enquiry Problem solving Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change |
Majors
- Major in Software Engineering (BIT) (Restricted) (MJ0107)
- Major in Information Systems (BIT) (Restricted) (MJ0057)
- Major in Public Relations (MJ0219)
- Major in Event Management (MJ0126)
- Major in Tourism Management (MJ0123)
- Major in Community Development (MJ0027)
- Major in Counselling Studies (MJ0029)
- Major in Applied Statistics (MJ0007)
- Major in Accounting (MJ0002)
- Major in Integrated Environmental Management (MJ0060)
- Major in Marketing (MJ0089)
- Major in Financial Services (MJ0040)
- Major in Public Health (MJ0181)
- Major in Entrepreneurship (MJ0143)
- Major in Journalism (MJ0217)
- Major in Applied Economics (MJ0005)
- Major in Human Nutrition (MJ0051)
- Major in Managing Human Resources (MJ0087)
- Major in Psychology: An Introduction (MJ0068)
- Major in Service Management (MJ0153)
- Major in Management, Governance & Policy (MJ0085)
- Major in Advertising (18cp) (MJ0227)
- Major in Australian Politics and Public Policy (MJ0188)
- Major in Sociology and Social Policy (MJ0106)
- Major in English Language and Literature (MJ0038)
- Major in Storytelling (MJ0171)
- Major in Design Environments (MJ0285)
- Major in Graphic Design Studio (MJ0234)
- Major in Digital Design and Production (MJ0182)
- Major in Gender and Diversity (24cp) (MJ0228)
- Major in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (MJ0120)
- Major in Museum Studies (MJ0176)
- Major in Communication Studies (MJ0216)
- Major in Architecture History and Theory (MJ0177)
- Major in Politics and International Relations (MJ0173)
- Major in Heritage Studies (MJ0221)
- Major in Conservation (MJ0220)
- Major in Intercultural Communication (MJ0291)
- Major in Design Strategies (MJ0287)
- Major in International Studies (MJ0128)
- Major in Law and Technology (MJ0081)
- Major in Media and Public Affairs (MJ0218)
- Major in Design Communications (MJ0286)
- Major in Media Arts (MJ0149)
- Major in Indigenous Studies (MJ0180)
- Major in Literary Studies (MJ0084)
- Major in Politics & Government (MJ0093)
- Major in Law and Society (MJ0080)
- Major in National Security (MJ0174)
- Major in Language Studies (MJ0079)
- Major in Creative Writing (MJ0030)
- Major in Multimedia (MJ0232)
- Major in Web Design and Production (18cp) (MJ0241)
- Major in Justice Studies (MJ0147)
- Major in Cultural Heritage Practice (MJ0140)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
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| Bachelor of Arts | BA |
| Bachelor of Information Technology | BIT |
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Arts (429AA)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (322AA)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (Brisbane Campus) (322BB)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (AIT Hyderabad) (322AB)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (PTPL) (322BA)
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | Email FAD.Student@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
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