Bachelor of Information Technology / Bachelor of Media Arts and Production - 998AA
| Course Code: | 998AA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 1 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Education |
| Discipline(s): | Academic Program Area - Technology School of Arts and Communications |
| CRICOS Code: | 065745K |
| Selection Rank: | 68.00 |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Double degree: Extend your flair for media arts with an IT edge
Australian storytellers are making their mark on the world stage. Take your creativity to the outer limits with the latest knowledge in computer technology.
As a pioneering designer and producer of interactive and computer-based media, you’ll be rewarded with rich and creative international career opportunities.
Combine a Bachelor of Information Technology with a Bachelor of Media Arts and Production at UC to:
- study majors in information systems and software engineering
- explore units in web design and programming
- gain sophisticated knowledge and the ability to produce advanced creative works for film, television and in multimedia
- focus on the latest techniques in all forms of media production
- enjoy greater career flexibility and international work options.
Study opportunities
Exit this course early with a:
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Media Arts and Production.
Career opportunities
Accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) is being sought.
A broad perspective across both multimedia production and computing will enrich your employment opportunities in the private and public sectors.
Important to know
Fast track your career and finish in 4 years.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet normal University requirements for admission to an undergraduate course or hold qualifications deemed to be equivalent by the University?s Admissions Committee.
Additional Admission Requirements
Refer to individual courses.
Assumed Knowledge
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Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Information Technology | BIT |
| Bachelor of Media Arts and Production | B MediaA&Prod |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Bachelor of Media Arts and Production | Bachelor of Information Technology |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details.
Professional Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
Graduate Employment
The breadth offered by the double degree gives graduates a broader perspective across both multimedia production and computing, provides greater vocational flexibility and increases the range of employment opportunities in both the private and public sectors.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Broad understanding of Media Production practices, technical literacy and workflows | Analysis and inquiry |
| Advanced skills in and knowledge of one or more media production techniques, and the ability to further develop skill and knowledge within Media Arts and Production. | Problem solving Analysis and inquiry |
| Demonstrated analytical and creative skills within a problem solving context and have developed communication skills for sharing ideas and working in teams | Working independently and with others Communication |
| Creative and responsible in their application of their acquired knowledge and skills as they respond to a changing media production landscape | Problem solving Professionalism and social responsibility |
Course Duration
Standard eight semesters full time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
UCC Pathway
Diploma of Communication; Diploma of Communication Extended; Diploma of Information Technology; Diploma of Information Technology Extended.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2012->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2013->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2014->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2015->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
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