Bachelor of Information Technology / Bachelor of Media Arts and Production - 998AA
| Course Code: | 998AA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 3 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Science and Technology |
| Discipline(s): | Academic Program Area - Technology Discipline of Creative and Cultural Practice |
| UAC Code: | 366084 |
| CRICOS Code: | 065745K |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Introduction
This double degree program is designed to provide students with the conceptual and analytical skills required for a professional career in the design and production of interactive and computer-based media. 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.
Students wishing to exit with a single degree after partial completion of the double degree will need to meet the full requirements of the individual degree. Students wishing to take this path must obtain the advice of the course convener by the end of first year.
Enquiries
- 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
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
None.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Information for Current Students
There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.
- Version3 - Start Date: 01/01/2016 End Date: 31/12/2018
- Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2009 End Date: 31/12/2014
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.Information for Fee Paying Students
| Year | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | CSP |
$28,700 |
The fees detailed above 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.
Professional Accreditation
For the Bachelor of Information Technology, this course is accredited by the professional body, the Australian Computer Society, at the Professional level.
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 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 |
| 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
None.
Offerings
-
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
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.