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Bachelor of Software Engineering/Bachelor of Business Informatics (838AA.2)
Please note these are the 2017 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 Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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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.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)
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.
Research Students
Most domestic Higher Degree by Research students are supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship and are not liable for fees up the standard course duration. Find out more about your eligibility here.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
4.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
056138G | |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
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.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Double degree: Pioneer complete IT solutions for any business
Develop the strongest possible knowledge of information systems, information technology (IT) and their relationship to supporting business.
Design and build advanced systems for a wide range of business endeavours. Be an asset to any employer who values innovative problem solving with hands-on technological skills and a sensitivity to work practice.
Combine your Bachelor of Software Engineering with a Bachelor of Business Informatics at UC to:
- understand the needs of business and be able to develop solutions to solve business problems
- examine work practice issues and the intent and context of systems
- acquire a range of business languages used in accounting, management and statistics
- work with real clients on professional projects.
Study opportunities
- Take advantage of our internships for valuable industry experience.
- Exit this course early with a:
- Bachelor of Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Informatics.
Career opportunities
This course is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
Important to know
Fast track your career and finish in 4 years.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited with 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 Software Engineering/Bachelor of Business Informatics (838AA) | 96 credit points
Note:
- From 2019 the unit code for 6365 Systems Analysis and Modelling has changed to 11486.
Object Oriented Software Design (7165) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- From 2019 the unit code for System Software has changed to 11489.
Note:
- From 2019 the unit code for Information Law has changed to 11271 and for Sociology of Technology & Work to 11249.
Distributed Systems Technology (7159) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Mathematics for Information Sciences (7089) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Open Electives - 6 credit points as follows
- - Must pass 6 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
Semester 2
MJ0164 Restricted Choice Unit
MJ0164 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Object Oriented Software Design (7165)
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
MJ0163 Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Distributed Systems Technology (7159)
Course duration
Standard eight semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| 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 scopes 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. |
| Knowledge: Graduates who complete the Bachelor of Business Informatics will obtain a body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments in the information systems discipline and associated professional practice. In particular, graduates will acquire knowledge that will help to understand the intent and context of systems; business processes and associated work practices, requirements and information needs; and the impacts of actions on the business as a whole. |
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| Skills: Graduates who complete the Bachelor of Business Informatics will have developed: - cognitive skills to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory and professional practice in the areas of business analysis, business change management and implementation, project management and business strategy and planning of information systems. Graduates will have the ability to analyse and evaluate complex problems in a range of different information systems situations. - communication skills to transmit and interpret information systems work to technical and business stakeholders. |
Communication; Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving; Working independently and with others; Professionalism and social responsibility. |
| Application of knowledge and skills: Graduates who complete the Bachelor of Business Informatics will be self-directed in applying the knowledge and skills obtained to new situations in information systems practice and their ongoing professional development. They will also demonstrate a personal autonomy in their future work in planning and executing a substantial informatics project connecting information systems theory with practice. |
Communication; Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving; Working independently and with others; Professionalism and social responsibility. |
Majors
- Major in Applied Software Engineering (BSE/BBI) (Restricted) (MJ0164)
- Major in Information Systems (BSE/BBI) (Restricted) (MJ0162)
- Major in Business Informatics (BSE/BBI) (Restricted) (MJ0159)
- Major in Software Engineering (BSE/BBI) (Restricted) (MJ0163)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Software Engineering | BSE |
| Bachelor of Business Informatics | B BusInformatics |
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Business Informatics (706AA)
- Bachelor of Business Informatics (Brisbane) (706AB)
- Bachelor of Software Engineering (560AA)
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 | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
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