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Bachelor of Commerce in Information Technology
By Curtin University of Technology
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About the University

Curtin University of Technology is Western Australia's largest university with over 33,000 students. Its strength lies in its international orientation, the responsiveness of its programs to national and workplace needs and its promotion of cultural diversity and lifelong learning.

For more information about the university, log on to www.curtin.edu.au

About the Programme

Curtin University’s Bachelor of Commerce (Information Technology) is offered to students with the Advanced Diploma in Business Computing from Informatics or other equivalent qualifications. The University awards all Professional Diploma holders with the degree upon successful completion of the on-campus modules.

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Benefits of the Programme

  • Well recognised Degree
    • Degree awarded by one of the top universities in Australia
    • Degree conferred is identical to on-campus students
  • Good Curriculum
    • Newly updated curriculum that is highly relevant to the industry needs
    • Internet E-commerce, Project Management, Java Programming, Network and Website Administration
    • Balance coverage of IT and business will groom graduates to be more rounded perspective
  • A well proven programme
    • More than 1000 graduates from this programme and are working in the industry
    • Graduates obtained employment in both public and private sector such as HP, SingTech, Banks, etc
  • Cost Savings
    • Cost savings (saving of at least $20,000 from on-campus study)
  • Modular System
    • Better focus for examination units
    • Ability to retake modules without having to wait
      (shorten time span)
  • Qualified Lecturers
    • MOE and University approved lecturers
    • Taught by dedicated full time lecturers

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Recognition

Upon completion, Curtin University of Technology will award student with the Bachelor of Commerce in Information Technology certificate.

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Programme Structure

Core Modules
CT100 Marketing
C3100 Business Statistics
C3101 Object-Oriented Programming
C3102 Internet E-Commerce Programming
C3103 Project Management
C3104 IT Principles and Case Studies
C3105 Network and Website Administration
C3106 E-Commerce Internetworking

CT100 Marketing
Introduce the topic of marketing, its role and importance in any type of organisation. Topics covered include the marketing concept, marketing environment and marketing information systems.

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C3100 Business Statistics
Present a broad overview of the subject of statistics and its applications. Topics covered include the difference between descriptive and inferential statistics, features of statistics used to affirm decisions and assist in decision-making.

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C3101 Object-Oriented Programming
The problems of software quality, review of design techniques, reusability of software and object-oriented design and programming.

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C3102 Internet EC Programming
Internet based application development, multi-tier application development, world wide web programming, client and server programming, web database interfacing dynamic world wide web pages, internet security issues.

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C3103 Project Management
The use of a relevant project management software package. Project selection, structure, organisation and approaches to planning and control.

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C3104 IT Principles and Cases Studies
Analysis of case studies to explore the principles and contemporary topics of IT including integration of programming, technological infrastructure, IT management, outsourcing, alignment of IT with organisational and the IT organisational function.

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C3105 Network and Web Site Administration
Network operating systems (NOS), network file system, network administration, server administration, installation, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

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IT319 Information Systems and Management
Enable students to gain insight into and understanding of the key issues facing Information Managers today. To assist students to critically consider some of the theories underpinning contemporary information management practices.

Topics taught include: IS/IT planning, CIO, aligning IS strategy with corporate strategy, business process re-engineering, outsourcing, competitive advantage, security, evaluating investments in IS/IT, managing end-user computing and organisational impact of IS – management of change.

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C3106 E-Commerce Internetworking
Understanding of theory and practice relating to network service and support, including backup strategies, tuning networks and servers, installation and configuration of network devices and network monitoring and security.

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Programme Duration

A 16 months part-time programme. Students are recommended to take 2 modules per term.

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Advancement Pathway

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Assessment Structure

The assessment structure for this programme is by assignments, project and examinations.

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Entry Requirements

  • Local Polytechnic IT diploma holder
  • Other relevant IT diploma holder*
  • Other equivalent qualifications (subject to acceptance by Curtin University)*

*Required to complete the Curtin University Integration Programme if pre-requisites are not met.

To find out if your existing qualification meet the entry requirement, email us

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