C09019v6 Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
Award(s): Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) (BIT(Hons))CRICOS code: 046619G
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 48
Course EFTSL: 1
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Inherent (essential) requirements
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Further study at UTS
Other information
Overview
This course provides the opportunity for students to develop research skills, and provides greater breadth and depth in a specific area of information technology.
The honours program in IT prepares students to be active players in the knowledge economy. The course provides the research skills needed to create knowledge, a much harder and more rewarding task than simply using the knowledge created by other people. Students experience the satisfaction of creating links between the world of cutting-edge knowledge and the IT industry.
Course aims
The honours program aims to provide students with:
- a sound research methodology for the in-depth study of particular topics in information technology
- the experience of undertaking a research-oriented project
- a basis for postgraduate research or a career in industrial research and development.
Career options
This course prepares graduates for a leading role in industry-relevant research.
Course intended learning outcomes
| A.1 | Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) graduates are culturally and historically well informed, able to co-design projects as respectful professionals when working in and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. |
| B.1 | Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) graduates understand stakeholder needs and demonstrate social, ethical, and cultural awareness when researching and creating innovative solutions for diverse audiences. |
| C.1 | Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) graduates apply advanced understanding in the areas of critical thinking, problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop research solutions to complex problems. |
| D.1 | Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) graduates apply abstraction, mathematics or discipline fundamentals, software tools and up-to-date techniques to critically evaluate, design and implement solutions. |
| E.1 | Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) graduates work as an effective member of a research team or a leader of work teams, communicating effectively and operating within cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural contexts. |
| F.1 | Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) graduates critically self-review their professional performance, in collaboration with researchers, to improve themselves, their teams and workplace. They take responsibility and accountability for their own life long learning. |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline at an appropriate level.
Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree in information technology, equivalent to the UTS Bachelor of Information Technology (C10148), with a minimum weighted average mark of 65. Admission is subject to the approval of the honours program coordinator and is dependent on the availability of appropriate academic supervision within the university.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Inherent (essential) requirements
Inherent (essential) requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course.
Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course. This Statement should be read in conjunction with the UTS Student Rules.
Prospective or current student concerned about their ability to meet these requirements should discuss their concerns with the Academic Liaison Officer in their faculty or school and/or UTS Accessibility Service on 9514 1177 or at accessibility@uts.edu.au.
UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.
For course specific information see the Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.
Local students
Application is made directly to UTS by completing the relevant application forms.
International students
Application is made through UTS International.
Recognition of prior learning
Students who have previously undertaken relevant study at a recognised tertiary education institution may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL) if the subjects completed are deemed by the faculty to be equivalent to subjects in the course. Study completed more than three years prior to the date of admission cannot be recognised. Limits apply to the number of credit points of RPL granted.
Course duration and attendance
This course is offered on a one-year, full-time or two-year, part-time basis.
Course structure
The honours degree consists of research and advanced coursework.
The research component is spread over the entire course. In the first session (full time), students undertake a research methods subject and review the research literature in their chosen area; in the second session (full time), students undertake a formal research project in their chosen area.
Part-time students should undertake the project subjects in the second year of the program.
Any UTS: Information Technology master's-level subject may be taken by an IT honours student, subject to prerequisites and availability. If it aligns with their research, IT honours students may take advanced-level undergraduate electives or electives from other faculties, with the permission of the course coordinator.
Course completion requirements
| 42670 Research Foundations | 6cp | |
| 32931 Technology Research Methods | 6cp | |
| 31482 Honours Project | 12cp | |
| CBK90304 Electives | 24cp | |
| Total | 48cp |
Course program
The programs below show a suggested sequence of subjects for a student commencing the course in Autumn session. They are intended as a guide only and do not take into account such factors as recognition of prior learning, changes in attendance mode and subject availability, or satisfactory academic progress. Students should consult the Timetable Planner to confirm the availability of subjects in the current academic year.
| full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 42670 Research Foundations | 6cp | |
| 32931 Technology Research Methods | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points of electives | 12cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 31482 Honours Project | 12cp | |
| Select 12 credit points of electives | 12cp | |
| part time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 42670 Research Foundations | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of electives | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 32931 Technology Research Methods | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of electives | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| Select 12 credit points of electives | 12cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 31482 Honours Project | 12cp | |
Further study at UTS
This course is designed to be a pathway for eligible students into higher degree by research programs in information technology.
Other information
Further information is available from:
UTS Student Centre
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887) or +61 2 9514 1222
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