Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems)

Admission requirements

The minimum requirements for consideration for entry to all undergraduate courses are specified in detail in the University Entry Requirements.

Successful completion of either SACE Stage 2 (Year 12) Mathematical Studies or Specialist Mathematics or International Baccalaureate Mathematics (SL or HL) is assumed for entry to the Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems).

Course aims

The course has been designed to provide graduates with:

a strong foundation in both the theoretical and the practical aspects of network systems and information technology more generally
a strong, practical understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and a commitment to them
well-developed written and oral communication skills
an ability to critically analyse and evaluate complex information and solve problems
an awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of network systems
the ability to work professionally as an individual and as a member of multi-disciplinary teams
an understanding of the need to undertake lifelong learning and the capacity to do so
preparation for future management roles as an information technology and network systems professional

The course provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study or for a career in a computing related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the award, students will be able to:

competently use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex networked information systems
demonstrate a broad understanding of the information technology and network systems disciplines
apply their skills and knowledge in a professionally responsible manner
communicate effectively with other information technology and network systems professionals and the wider global community using a wide range of communication technologies
work professionally as an individual and in a team
develop computer-based solutions appropriate to the social, political, international, economic and environmental contexts in which they are applied
engage in the process of continuing learning needed to retain the necessary level of professional skills and knowledge in the area of network systems.

On completion of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems), students will be eligible for professional membership of the Australian Computer Society.

Program of study

To qualify for the Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems), a student must complete 108 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the program of study below.

No more than 45 units of First Year topics may be counted towards the degree. Not all topics are necessarily available in a given year.

Students achieving a credit level average or better at the end of third year will be eligible to transfer to the fourth year of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems) (Honours) program.

Core - Year 1 topics

36 units comprising:

COMP1001 Fundamentals of Computing (4.5 units)
COMP1102 Computer Programming 1 (4.5 units)
COMP1711 Database Modelling and Knowledge Engineering (4.5 units)
COMP1712 Software Engineering Principles and Practice (4.5 units)
CRIM1101 Crime and Criminology (4.5 units)
ENGR1401 Professional Skills (4.5 units)
ENGR1762 Networks and Cybersecurity (4.5 units)

Plus one of

MATH1121 Mathematics 1A (4.5 units)
MATH1701 Mathematics Fundamentals A (4.5 units)
STAT1121 Data Science (4.5 units)
STAT1122 Biostatistics (4.5 units)

Core - Year 2 topics

36 units comprising:

COMP2772 Web-Based Systems Development (4.5 units)
COMP2812 Operating Systems (4.5 units)
COMP3781 Cybersecurity (4.5 units)
ENGR2871 Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) (4.5 units)
ENGR2872 Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (4.5 units)
ENGR2881 Computer Networks (4.5 units)

Plus one of:

COMP2711 Computer Programming 2 (4.5 units)
COMP2741 Application Development (4.5 units)

Plus one of:

INNO1001 Innovative and Creative Thinking: Recognizing Opportunities (4.5 units)
or
4.5 units of topics taken from Table C

Core - Year 3 topics

36 units comprising:

COMP3721 Enterprise Information Security (4.5 units)
COMP3732 Enterprise Cloud Systems (4.5 units)
COMP3751 Interactive Computer Systems (4.5 units)
ENGR3821 Network Engineering (4.5 units)
ENGR3704 Project Management for Engineering and Science (4.5 units)

Plus 4.5 units of topics taken from Table C

Plus either:

COMP3782 Information Technology Project (4.5 units) AND
4.5 units of topics taken from Table C

COMP3792 Information Technology Practicum * (9 units) AND
ENGR3750 Workplace Preparation (0 units)

* With the permission of the Director of Studies and with the agreement of the industry partner, the practicum topics may be extended by six months by enrolling in the topic COMP3741 Extended Industry Experience. COMP3741 Extended Industry Experience does not attract fees or HECS payments. International students, please be aware that your student visa conditions restrict you from undertaking the topic within Australia. Please see the topic coordinator for further details.