Bachelor of Information Technology (Digital Media)

Admission requirements

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

Knowledge of either SACE Stage 2 (Year 12) Mathematical Studies or Mathematical Methods is assumed.

Course aims

The course has been designed to provide graduates with:

a strong foundation in both the theoretical and the practical aspects of computer science and digital media production, including the use of advanced tools in the area
an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and a commitment to them
an ability to critically analyse and evaluate information and solve problems
well developed written and oral communication skills
an awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of both digital media development and computer science
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 a professional developer or computer scientist.

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 computer-based systems, specifically in the digital media arena
demonstrate a broad understanding of the information technology and digital media disciplines
apply their skills and knowledge in a professionally responsible manner
communicate effectively with other information technology professionals and the wider global community using a wide range of technologies
work professionally as an individual and in a team
develop computer-based solutions and digital media artefacts appropriate to the social, political, cultural, 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 information technology and digital media
contribute successfully to project management.

On completion of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Digital Media), students will be eligible for professional membership of the Australian Computer Society.

Program of study

To qualify for the Bachelor Information Technology (Digital Media), 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.

Core - Year 1 topics

36 units comprising:

COMP1001 Fundamentals of Computing (4.5 units)
COMP1102 Computer Programming 1 (4.5 units)
COMP1701 Simulation and Serious Game Design (4.5 units)
COMP1711 Database Modelling and Knowledge Engineering (4.5 units)
COMP1712 Software Engineering Principles and Practice (4.5 units)
ENGR1401 Professional Skills (4.5 units)
ENGR1762 Networks and Cybersecurity (4.5 units)

Plus one of:

SCME1002 Convergence Cultures (4.5 units)
VEED1003 Essential Multimedia (4.5 units)

Core - Year 2 topics

36 units comprising:

COMP2772 Web-Based Systems Development (4.5 units)
COMP2812 Operating Systems (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:***

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

Plus two of:

SCME3006  Digital Media Cultures (4.5 units)
VEED2004  Introduction to Digital Graphic Design (4.5 units)
VEED2108  Multimedia Production Part 1  (4.5 units)
VEED2201  Interaction Design (4.5 units)
VEED3005 Digital Games (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:

COMP3732  Enterprise Cloud Systems (4.5 units)
COMP3751  Interactive Computer Systems (4.5 units)
COMP3752  Computer Game Development (4.5 units)
ENGR3704 Project Management for Engineering and Science (4.5 units)
VEED2202 CGI Foundations (4.5 units)
VEED2203 CGI Practices (4.5 units)

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 Course Coordinator 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.

***Students planning to transfer to the Bachelor of Computer Science should select MATH1121 Mathematics 1A.

Combined degrees

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Digital Media) may also be studied in a combined degree program with another Bachelor degree in the College of Science and Engineering where the combination meets the requirements of the credit transfer policy.

Every effort has been made to ensure the information published on the Course Rule pages is accurate at the time of publication. Flinders University reserves the right to amend its curriculum without prior notice, and will update the Course Rules to reflect any amendments at the earliest opportunity.