Overview

A Murdoch degree in Information Technology will enable students to use technology to power creative solutions. They could be fighting cybercrime, using data analytics to drive decision making,or designing and building new systems, apps and games to make a real difference to the economic and social wellbeing of society. Graduates … For more content click the Read More button below. The Bachelor Information Technology has eight majors that recognise the breadth of skills and roles in the IT industry. The course is flexible in that it allows students to choose up to two majors, a major and two minors, or a major, a co-major and options. Majors include: Artificial Intelligence and Automation, Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Cyber Security and Forensics, Games Technology, and Internetworking and Network Security, Games Software Design and Production, Mobile and Web Application Development. The Murdoch Bachelor of Information Technology aims to develop graduates who are: Capable of developing creative solutions to real-world problemsWork ready with well-developed critical thinking and creative problem solving skillsAble to succeed in a range of careers including: business and systems analyst, programmer, systems administrator, software architect, internet and network security officer

Contacts

Academic Chair

Admission requirements

Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements

Learning outcomes

1.

Demonstrate a clear understanding of the role of Information Technology in society.

2.

Demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles and core concepts of Information Technology including:
a) Abstraction
b) Systems thinking

3.

Apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to design, develop and construct components, systems, relevant infrastructure and processes to meet specified requirements, including the selection and use of:

  • Innovative approaches to the synthesis of alternative solutions, concepts and procedures;
  • Information management skills and the application of research methods;
  • Appropriate tools and development environments;
  • Rigorous approaches to testing of solutions;
  • Rigorous approaches to documentation at all project stages.
4.

Develop the ability and commitment to independently acquire new knowledge and skills in order to stay abreast of developments in Information Technology.

5.

Demonstrate a capacity to function effectively both as an individual and as a member in diverse teams, using the tools and practices of formal project management, including experience of working on at least one substantial IT- related project in a team requiring evaluation of potential solutions and resulting in meeting client requirements through the delivery of a relevant artefact.

6.

Demonstrate written, oral and interpersonal communication skills that support the efficient and effective communication of developed systems through documentation, technical reports and presentations to clients and the broader community.

7.

Demonstrate confidence and competence in applying knowledge and skills of at least one IT discipline through self-directed, independent inquiry and critical self- reflection.

Structure
72 credit points

Spine9 credit points
Option18 credit points

Professional outcomes

Professional recognition
Professional accreditation
Accrediting bodies

Additional information

Research areas:Information and Computing Sciences, Technology