Faculty of Information Technology

Information
Technology
Undergraduate
Courses 2015
Australia
CHINA
india
italy
Malaysia
south africa
monash.edu/it
Why choose
Monash?
Imagine
the future.
Build it today.
Professor Maria Garcia de la Banda
(Deputy Dean, Faculty of Information
Technology) explores Luxor/Thebes
with the Monash University CAVE2™.
The most advanced facility of its type
in the world, the $1.8 million CAVE2™
is a next generation immersive hybrid
2D and 3D visualisation tool comprised
of 80 3D LCD panels in an eight metre,
320 degree, curved wall formation.
The CAVE2™ is located in the
University’s innovative New Horizons
Centre at the Clayton campus.
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The real power of
technology lies in the
creative intelligence
of the individuals
who conceive the idea,
analyse the data, and
design the solution.
IT makes business happen.
At Monash we are in the business of discovering how IT can
help us meet key global challenges in the 21st century. We are
working on how IT can better support and promote health and
medicine, productivity and innovation, social inclusion, and
sustainable practices in water, energy and the manufacture
and delivery of goods and services.
Bringing the best and brightest minds to data mining, modelling
complex systems, simulation and visualisation, optimisation,
informatics, knowledge management and other core IT studies
can help us find the solutions. We welcome you to the world of
IT possibilities.
Luxor/Thebes image courtesy of California Institute for Telecommunications
and Information Technology (Calit2) at University of California San Diego and
Electronic Visualization Laboratory (EVL), University of Illinois at Chicago
(UIC), with permission. Special thanks to Tom DeFanti, Greg Wickham,
Adel Saad, Dick Ainsworth, Dan Sandin, and Andrew Prudhomme.
Photo by Philip Chan, Monash University
CAVE2™ is trademarked by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.
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“The mission of the Faculty
of Information Technology
at Monash is to lead global
IT research and education.
Our goal is to innovate
tomorrow’s information
technology for the benefit
of society and to educate
our students to become
global technology leaders.”
Professor Frieder Seible
Dean, Faculty of Engineering and
Faculty of Information Technology
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Associate Professor Jon McCormack’s
artistic practice is based on the idea
that computer code is a unique medium
for artistic expression.
In 2012 Jon led the team that developed the
music composition software, Nodal. Nodal
introduced a new way for musicians to
compose and improvise music on a computer.
Now a commercial software app, it is used
by thousands of people all over the world
and was awarded with the 2012 Eureka Prize
for Innovation in Computer Science.
Research
excellence
The Faculty of Information Technology has a strong reputation
for excellence in research covering the spectrum of information
technology from software engineering to social science.
Our leading researchers’ strengths are in computer science,
software engineering, information systems and information
and knowledge management.
Our four research flagships are the focus for our internationally
recognised research strengths in:
■■ Computational biology
■■ IT for resilient communities
■■ Machine learning
■■ Modelling, optimisation and visualisation.
These are the hubs of our research networks.
The sensiLab is a new research space at the intersection of visualisation,
interaction and digital fabrication. Combining emerging technologies such
as low-cost virtual reality and 3D printing with initiatives such as makerspaces
and hacklabs, this interdisciplinary lab is uniquely placed to address the
emerging research challenges of the 21st century. Associate Professor
Jon McCormack examines a freshly 3D printed hypercube.
Innovative
teaching
We are committed to innovative teaching. The research conducted
by our academics through our world-class research centres ensures
our courses are cutting-edge and taught by international leaders in
their fields.
With us, you will have access to purpose-built studio environments
for your IT learning, which focus on ‘learning by doing’ in a
collaborative environment.
Professional
recognition
All our courses are accredited by the Australian Computer Society
(ACS), and the Bachelor of Software Engineering is also accredited
by Engineers Australia.
This means that when you graduate, you can apply for professional‑level
membership of the ACS and Engineers Australia.
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Where Monash
can take you
The right
mix of skills
IT will suit you if you enjoy solving multi-dimensional problems
requiring analytical thinking, or like driving innovation with your
imagination and creativity. A career in IT enables you to make a
positive difference to our world.
A career in IT also means you will often work in teams, so a
commitment to collaboration and developing good communication
skills are vital to your success.
At Monash we offer the broad range of skills to make sure you are
career ready.
Breadth and depth
of choice
Monash is the only university in the prestigious Group of Eight
universities with a dedicated IT faculty offering breadth and depth
in the choice of courses and subjects available to students.
This allows you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and
your career goals.
We offer five degrees, double degrees with Science and Commerce,
a wide choice of majors and electives, and industry experience.
We also offer exchange and study abroad options.
Global
acceptance
Your IT skills and knowledge will be globally accepted.
Ranked in the top 50 in the world for Computer Science
and Information Systems by the 2013 QS World University
Rankings by Subject, Monash sits amongst the world’s
prestigious universities.
Study
abroad
You can study in another country at one of our 120 partner institutions
in 27 countries around the world, and receive credit for your
overseas study. You can build your international view by studying at
our international campuses in Malaysia or South Africa.
For more information go to: monash.edu/studyabroad
Diploma of Languages
You can also pursue your interest in languages by undertaking
a Diploma of Languages as part of your elective program.
Students in this program often take part in study abroad or
exchange in their final year to enhance their language development.
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“Technology doesn’t just exist by itself,
it mostly supports something being done
in another field, and Monash lets you
learn both on the same campus. I chose
computer science because it has the
option for electives, so I can follow my
other interest (archaeology & ancient
history) whilst getting an IT qualification
with industry recognition.”
“The best thing about studying IT at Monash is the accessibility
of information which is a winner for me. Also the student
atmosphere is great, and there’s informal learning going on all
the time in IT.”
In 2013, Michael spent three weeks in China as part of the
China Exchange – Huawei Australia Undergraduate Work
Experience Program. Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd is a
Chinese multinational networking and telecommunications
equipment and services company headquartered in Shenzhen,
Guangdong. It is one of the largest telecommunications
equipment makers in the world and one of China’s largest
private companies.
Michael Billington, Bachelor of Computer Science
student – Vice Chancellor’s Ancora Imparo Student
Leadership Program
Jessica Scott – Bachelor of Business Information Systems – Security Consultant, Deloitte.
The IT experience at Monash
Minors and
Majors
Minors (four units) and Majors (eight units) allow you to specialise
within a degree. The choice of minors and majors will vary
depending on the degree you have chosen.
Flexibility
As all of our degrees have the same core foundation units,
they allow you to develop your specialisation based on the areas
of study that spark your imagination the most. You can even
change courses or majors as your goals become clearer.
Electives units –
you choose
All our IT undergraduate courses offer you choices through
elective subjects.
Electives allow you to tailor a part of your studies to best suit
your interests and skills.
These subjects can be used to:
■■ Undertake further in-depth study within an IT specialisation or
■■ Give greater breadth by taking subjects across other faculties,
such as languages, psychology, accounting and finance,
marketing, sciences or education
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The student
experience
Step into a Virtual World at CGBC - High school students using the developer kit version of the Oculus Rift.
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Computer Games Boot
Camp (CGBC)
CGBC is a hands-on, interactive, industry engagement event. It has
evolved and diversified into far more than just games, now providing
presentations, workshops, industry showcases, course information,
careers and pathways. As a student, if you want to learn more about
how games are designed and built, or have interests in other areas
of multimedia and ICT, this event is ideal for you.
Visit: it.monash.edu/cgbc
Monash Undergraduate
Research Projects Abroad
(MURPA)
MURPA supports a unique summer mode placement in a leading
research group overseas. It provides a research experience at the
undergraduate level in an international context. Students are placed
for a period of eight weeks, allowing them to integrate into the
research groups as team members.
This fantastic initiative gives students the opportunity to work on
cutting‑edge research projects and a unique chance to experience
life in a leading international research laboratory with world-renowned
academics from universities such as:
■■ University of California in San Diego (UCSD), USA
■■ The University of Warwick, United Kingdom
■■ The Institute for Infocomm Research, A*STAR, Singapore
Visit: it.monash.edu/murpa
Google
Tech Talk
This is an annual event where the Google Talent and Outreach
Programs team visit us at Monash University. The event includes
a presentation, giveaways and pizza!
Visit: it.monash.edu/google
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Jamie completed an industry‑based learning
placement at the ANZ bank. He began his
employment in the full-time Management Trainee
program and he has progressed to the role of
Technology Business Analyst.
“Without my qualification
from Monash, and the
experiences facilitated by Monash,
I am certain I would not be in
my current position today.”
IBL Scholarships up
to $39,000 available.
To date, all IBL
graduating students
seeking employment
have received job offers
in their final year, with
the vast majority being
recruited by our partner
organisations.
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Jamie Tarling, completed an Industry
Experience placement –
Technology Business Analyst, ANZ
Ready to
work
Our Industry Based Learning (IBL) Placements and Industry
Experience Projects ensure our students are highly sought after
in the job market.
You will complete either:
■■ One or two six-month IBL
placements with one of our
industry partners
■■ A computer science project
designing, developing and
testing software
■■ An Industry Experience
Project developing an IT
system for an external client
■■ A team-based studio project
for an external client
You draw on the knowledge and skills acquired in your course
while gaining valuable practical experience.
Industry Based Learning
(IBL)
Gain invaluable professional and business experience during one
or two industry placements that count towards your degree. All IBL
students receive a A$17,000 scholarship for each placement.
We are proud of our IBL placement program. Run for over 20 years,
and developed in conjunction with our industry partners, it is
highly successful and recognised by our industry partners as the
benchmark in real-life learning.
The key to that success is that it enables you to apply your academic
skills in a professional organisation. You will undertake graduate level
work in areas such as business analytics, IT consulting, information
security, cutting‑edge software development and project management
during six‑month industry placements.
To date, all IBL graduating students seeking employment have
received job offers in their final year, with the vast majority being
recruited by our partner organisations.
For more information go to: it.monash.edu/ibl
Industry Experience
(IE) projects
“If you enjoy the thrill, excitement and
suspense of a roller coaster ride, I think
the IE project is the perfect spark to your
IT degree. The project is an amazing
experience where you get the opportunity
to meet real clients, in a real problematic
situation and using real live systems while
gaining valuable industry experience.”
Vanessa Pung, completed an
Industry Experience project
Develop an IT system for a business client during full year projects.
The IE projects program is designed to prepare students for a smooth
transition to the workforce. Our students consistently identify their
IE project as the highlight of their course.
You apply the knowledge and skills you have gained throughout your
course, as well as research and develop new skills, in the delivery of
an IT application for a real-world client.
You work in groups of three or four to design, develop and deliver
an information system for a client. The team manages the project
through all its development stages. You communicate with all
project stakeholders, develop project documentation, present your
work to your clients, academics and other groups, and attend unit
seminars.
Academic supervisors mentor and oversee your work.
As a result of the project, you enhance your technical skills and develop
the essential ‘soft skills’ highly regarded by employers. Because you are
working in a diverse team for an extended period of time, you develop
your communication, teamwork and time management skills. You also
develop a capacity to deal ethically and competently with people
from diverse cultures and backgrounds. You become an independent
learner, an essential characteristic for IT professionals.
For more information go to: it.monash.edu/industry
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A guide to choice
At Monash, we
let you choose
how you study.
Flexibility
— and —
choice
Structured
— for —
E
ARLY
specialisation
We offer a range of courses
that provide different
professional outcomes.
We’ll be there to guide you
through all the possibilities,
so you can graduate with
an internationally recognised
qualification that can take
you anywhere.
Range of majors
Specialist focus
A comprehensive course is flexible and
evolves as your interests develop in
particular directions.
A specialist course offers you focus and
depth through specialisation in your area
of interest from the start of your studies.
Take advantage of our global
perspective, exceptional
facilities, world class academics
and industry‑based learning.
You can start with units from a range of
study areas and through your choices
progressively focus on one or two majors
and minors.
Some undergraduate specialist courses
are designed to prepare you to practice
in a specified regulated profession
upon graduation. Others concentrate
on developing particular expertise but
may be applicable to a broader range of
careers options.
Monash guides you through this process so
you graduate with a degree that combines
breadth and depth of expertise relevant to
your interests and aspirations. Your degree
may show your majors.
You will graduate with a degree that
reflects your chosen specialisation.
Two
courses
studied
concurrently
Double degree
course
Professional entry
graduate course
A double degree course lets you gain
skills in two different areas of interest
such as business information systems
and commerce or computer science
and science.
Some courses at Monash prepare you for
direct entry to a profession upon graduation
with a bachelor’s degree.
This lets you tailor your qualification to
fit your diverse interests and talents and
doubles your options when you graduate.
If you’d like to
discuss your
options call us on
1800 MONASH
(666 274) or email
[email protected]
to let us help you
make your choice.
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Double degree courses can take up to two
years less than if you took the two courses
one after the other. This is because the
electives from each degree course count
towards the other.
You will graduate with two distinct degrees.
However, you can also choose a
professional entry postgraduate course
after you have completed your bachelor’s
degree that also prepares you for entry to
a regulated profession. These are usually
master’s degrees.
Fields where we offer professional entry
courses for graduates include architecture,
law, accounting, teaching and nursing.
In some professional fields, including
law, teaching and nursing, we offer you
both options.
Information
Technology degrees
Our courses
The Faculty of Information Technology at Monash offers five degrees:
■■ Bachelor of Business Information Systems
■■ Bachelor of Computer Science
■■ Bachelor of Software Engineering
■■ Bachelor of Information Technology
and Systems
■■ Bachelor of Informatics and Computation
Advanced (Honours)
■■
■■
■■
■■
Business information systems
Computer science
Computing technology
Information management
Applications development
Enterprise information management
Games development
Information and communication
technologies
■■ Multimedia development
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■■
■■
■■
A common core for all courses
All Monash Faculty of Information Technology undergraduate
degrees have six common core units to provide every student with
a broad foundation of IT skills and knowledge. These units were
developed based on Australian and international IT curriculum
standards, and on the characteristics of IT professionals in
demand across a range of industries. These units can
be studied on any of the campuses where the faculty teaches.
Core units
Computers and networks
Data management
IT professional practice
Programming fundamentals
Project management
Systems development
Information Technology
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Bachelor of Business
Information Systems
Business information systems analysts are at the forefront of
change and guide organisations toward their goals. This degree
will develop your understanding of information systems in the
context of big business, but you’ll be able to apply your skills in
a range of settings.
The course teaches the fundamentals of using IT to model and
solve business problems. You’ll graduate with the skills to lead
communication across all levels of problem solving. The course’s
broad base will help you understand the needs of software
engineers, business managers and users.
Jessica Scott
Bachelor of Business Information Systems –
Security Consultant, Deloitte
“It is really cool to be a paid hacker.”
Jess coordinates a team of hackers to ensure security within a bank.
She completed her degree with two industry placements at Deloitte
and GE Capital.
“The industry experience gave me a unique edge over other graduates
and was a highlight in my resume. I also became personally known to
companies and their recruitment teams.”
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Bachelor of Business Information Systems
Major units of study
for specialisation
Industry
experience
Majors/
Double Degrees
You can use your electives to complete a major in:
Financial information systems
Information systems underpin modern financial systems.
Students wishing to better understand these systems may
complete the Financial information systems major. This major
introduces students to accounting and corporate finance as
well as decision support systems for finance and IT governance
and strategy. Further study includes enterprise systems, data
science and accounting electives completing this major.
Foundation
units
The course offers both an Industry Based
Learning (IBL) stream and a coursework
stream. Coursework students complete an
Industry Experience project in their final year,
which enables them to put into practice
the skills and knowledge they have learned
during the course.
Students admitted to the IBL program receive
scholarships of up to $39,000 and work
full time for one or two six-month placements
during their course.
For further information on the application and
selection process visit: it.monash.edu/ibl
■■ Business analytics
■■ Project management
■■ Data science
For more information, go to
monash.edu/coursefinder
■■ Programming
■■ Modelling
Location
■■ Systems development
■■ Optimisation
■■ Computers and networks
■■ Decision support
■■ Professional practice
■■ Business productivity tools
Elective units –
your choice
Business units such as
Accounting can add breadth to
your degree or choose IT units
to deepen your IT knowledge
Industry experience
options
■■ Industry Based Learning
Placements
Campus
Location
Clayton
2014 ATAR
ATAR
80.30
Career
options
Career
options
Our
students are particularly sought after by
professional services organisations, including
the Big Four accounting firms – KPMG,
Deloitte, EY (Ernest & Young ) and PwC
(PricewaterhouseCoopers).
Possible roles include:
■■ data scientist
■■ business analyst
■■ information security
■■ fraud and forensics
consultant
■■ risk analyst
■■ Industry Experience Project
■■ systems analyst
■■ Summer Internship
■■ IT manager consultant
(MURPA page 9)
3 years full time
6 years part time
4 years full time
(with honours)
Commerce
■■ Data management
■■ e-commerce
Duration
Duration
Double degree
course option
Majors/
Double
Degrees
Bachelor
of
■■ Web programming
Specialist focus
IBL
Core units in
areas such as
■■ Mobile apps development
Structure
Structure
consultant
■■ management
consultant
■■ project manager
ATAR
Entry requirements
Subjects you must complete and the scores you need
Entry
Requirements
ATAR
80.30
VCE
Subject
IB
Score Subject
Score SL Score HL
English (EAL) or
30
English or
4
3
English other
than EAL
25
English B
5
4
Further maths or
30
Maths studies
or
4
Maths methods or
Specialist maths
25
Maths or
4
Further maths
3
Find out more
monash.edu.au/study/coursefinder/course/3333/
CRICOS 079335B
Bachelor of Business Information Systems
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Bachelor of
Computer Science
Computer scientists are behind many of the solutions to the world’s
greatest information challenges.
They drive cutting-edge developments in bioinformatics, intelligent
systems and networking; they break new scientific ground with
sophisticated data analysis methods; they advance medical
research with new ways of predicting drug function and interpreting
genetic information; they make the web manageable with
powerful search engines; make entertainment more exciting with
ever-improving animation and gaming technologies; and they make
the digital world safer through new encryption and security systems.
Chantel Garcia
Bachelor of Computer Science and Bachelor of
Information Technology and Systems (2012)
After completing her first IT degree, Chantel decided to continue her studies and
create her own “double degree”.
“I chose to study the degree after taking a unit in Computer Science as an elective
in the last year of my Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems degree. I fell
in love with the more technical orientation of the degree and decided that it was for
me as I was looking to eventually work within this area.
“The most attractive features of the course were the in-depth algorithmic units,
which are known to be notoriously difficult, but also help students to become more
well-rounded programmers. What is fundamentally unique about this course is that
it is very hands-on, unlike similar courses at other universities around Melbourne.
“The course has definitely delivered so far, as I have noticed the improvement in my
programming capabilities, and have been able to attain a number of internships in
the industry due to my new-found knowledge.”
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Bachelor of Computer Science
Major units of study
for specialisation
Industry
experience
Majors/
Double Degrees
You can use your electives to complete a major in:
Systems development
If you want to focus on the engineering aspects of IT, this major
combines technological topics, including computer architecture
and networking, with basic training in software engineering.
This prepares you for a career working in trans-disciplinary
project teams.
Structure
Structure
Specialist focus
IBL
The course offers both an Industry Based
Learning (IBL) stream and a coursework
stream. Coursework students complete
a Computer Science project in their final
year, which involves the development of a
realistically sized software system.
Students admitted to the IBL program receive
scholarships of up to $22,000 and work full time
for one six-month placement during their course.
For further information on the application and
selection process visit: it.monash.edu/ibl
Decision support
Effective business management uses decision support systems.
These systems deliver innovative IT techniques to model
organisations and the impact of alternative choices on the
quality of the organisation’s service delivery and operational
costs. Applications include strategic planning, market analysis,
resource allocation, and scheduling. These are key business
concerns for your future employers.
Duration
Duration
3 years full time
6 years part time
4 years full time
(with honours)
Campus
Location
Clayton and Malaysia
2014 ATAR
ATAR
85.30
Double degree
course option
Majors/
Double
Degrees
Bachelor
of
Science
For more information, go to
monash.edu/coursefinder
Computational science
Only computational analysis and visualisation allow us to
study the vast amounts of data contemporary science uses.
Simulations enable us to perform virtual experiments that are
too dangerous, too difficult, or too costly to perform in reality.
They even enable us to explore hypothetical worlds. This makes
computational science a key component of all modern science
and engineering, and a very attractive skill in the job market.
Location
Career
options
Career
Ifoptions
you are looking for an exciting career,
then a degree in computer science is
the start of that journey.
Roles include:
■■ research scientist
Foundation
units
Core units in
areas such as
■■ Data management
■■ Problem solving
■■ Project management
■■ Algorithms
■■ Programming
■■ Data structures
■■ Systems development
■■ Mathematics
■■ Computers and networks
■■ Advanced programming
■■ Professional practice
■■ Theoretical applications
■■ systems analyst
■■ specialist programmer
■■ IT consultant or manager
ATAR
Entry requirements
Subjects you must complete and the scores you need
Entry
Requirements
ATAR
of computation
85.30
Elective units –
your choice
Specialise with a major in
Computational science,
Decision support or Systems
development, or broaden your
degree with subjects in areas
such as Mathematics, Science,
Engineering, Languages,
Business, etc.
Industry experience
options
VCE
Subject
IB
Score Subject
English (EAL) or
30
English or
4
3
English other
than EAL
25
English B
5
4
Further maths or
35
Maths or
further
maths or
4
3
Maths methods or
Specialist maths
25
Maths
studies
6
■■ Industry Based Learning
Placement
■■ Computer Science project
■■ Summer Internship
Score SL Score HL
(MURPA page 9)
Find out more
monash.edu.au/study/coursefinder/course/2380/
CRICOS 079336A
Bachelor of Computer Science
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Bachelor of Information
Technology and Systems
This course offers you great flexibility and a wide range of study options
for you to choose your areas of study and specialisation based on your
interests and career plans.
Options include technical computing through to information and
business-related studies.
IT and systems form the backbone of most organisations today; they
give them the ability to be better, quicker, smarter and more competitive;
they enable people in rural and remote areas to communicate and
connect with communities, cities and countries; they underpin our
access to information, online gaming and entertainment.
Howard (Houzuo) Guo
Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems –
Software developer and system engineer at PerformanceCentre
International
At age 12 Howard was the youngest certified software developer in China.
A year later he was awarded the China Youth Science and Technology
Innovation Award as well as the prestigious Soong Ching Ling Scholarship.
“Monash is very well known worldwide for its excellent IT education and it has
a very good reputation for having courses that fit the needs of the IT industry,
and teachers with rich industry and teaching experiences.”
After graduation, Howard was immediately employed by PerformanceCentre
who develop sales management software. He now works with clients such
as AAPT, American Express, Fuji Xerox, Optus and Vodafone.
“I am currently earning well above the average wage for an IT graduate thanks
to the education and advice I received from Monash.”
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Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems
Major units of study
for specialisation
Industry
experience
Majors/
Double Degrees
You can choose breadth in your studies by choosing electives
across a wide range of aspects of IT, or you can focus in depth
on one or two majors. Or you can change your mind and move
between the breadth and depth options.
You can complete the general version (no major) or you can
focus on one or two majors from a range of areas including:
Applications development
This major prepares you for a career developing and implementing
software systems. You study the process for developing
software systems from systems analysis and design through
to programming and implementation.
Structure
Structure
Range of majors
IBL
The course offers both an Industry Based
Learning (IBL) stream and a coursework
stream. Coursework students complete an
Industry Experience project in their final year,
which enables them to put into practice
the skills and knowledge they have learned
during the course.
Students admitted to the IBL program receive
scholarships of up to $39,000 and work
full time for one or two six-month placements
during their course.
You study games programming, games artificial intelligence,
games design, and current and emerging games technologies.
This prepares you for a career in the games industry.
Information and communication technologies
If you see your career in building, managing and maintaining
organisational IT infrastructure, this unit of study is your path.
Key topics covered include networks and data communications.
Campus
Location
Caulfield and
South Africa*
2014 ATAR
ATAR
78.25
Location
Games development
3 years full time
6 years part time
4 years full time
(with honours)
For further information on the application and
selection process visit: it.monash.edu/ibl
Enterprise information management
A career in how organisations manage and use information is
the focus of this major. You study information and knowledge
management, information system capabilities, information
architectures, and the processes by which application systems
are selected, acquired and operated.
Duration
Duration
Career
options
Career
options
This
degree opens up a wide range of career
opportunities for graduates.
You acquire the knowledge and skills needed
to use IT effectively and to develop and
manage IT-based systems.
Roles include:
■■ business analyst
■■ systems analyst
■■ network administrator or designer
■■ IT security consultant
■■ information manager
Multimedia development
You learn how to make effective use of multimedia as a method of
representing information, and develop your knowledge and skills in
using the technologies which are required to make digital multimedia.
These units of study are available at Monash’s Caulfield campus.
■■ web designer
■■ IT manager
■■ games and multimedia developer
■■ IT consultant
ATAR
Entry requirements
Foundation
units
■■ Data management
■■ Project management
■■ Programming
■■ Systems development
Further specialisations –
your choice
You can choose to deepen
your IT knowledge or add
breadth to your degree with
subjects that interest you from
Arts, Business, Science, etc.
Subjects you must complete and the scores you need
Entry
Requirements
ATAR
78.25
■■ Professional practice
Industry experience
options
Specialise with minors or majors
in Applications development,
Games development,
Information and communication
technologies, Multimedia
development, Enterprise
information management, or
broaden your IT knowledge and
skills by taking units across a
wide range of IT areas.
■■ Industry Based Learning
■■ Industry Experience project
(MURPA page 9)
Score SL Score HL
English (EAL) or
30
English or
4
3
English other
than EAL
25
English B
5
4
Any maths
3
3
Find out more
Placement
■■ Summer Internship
IB
Score Subject
Units 1 and 2: satisfactory
completion in two units
(any study combination)
of General Mathematics
or Mathematical Methods
or Units 3 and 4: any
Mathematics
■■ Computers and networks
Elective units –
your choice
VCE
Subject
monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/3334/
CRICOS 079335B
* The Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems degree in
Monash South Africa is known as the Bachelor of Computer and
Information Sciences. For further information visit: monash.ac.za/sit
Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems
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Bachelor of
Software Engineering
One challenge in delivering useful IT systems is that the software is too
large for a single person to produce. This means that teams of people have
to work together to produce robust, efficient software. How should that
software production process be run? How do you ensure that when you put
all the pieces together the software works every time, as software in a heart
pace-maker must; and works in real time, as the brakes in your car must?
Software engineering addresses these questions.
Software engineering covers the technical aspects of building software
systems, the tools and methods for software design, coding and testing.
It also deals with team work, planning and scheduling. Software engineers
do need strong technical and programming skills, as they are primarily
team players.
Bevan Forbes
Bachelor of Software Engineering –
Consultant, Fraud and Forensics PwC
“In my job, every client has a different computing environment, so I have to
adapt to that, to enable analysis and extraction of the data needed. In my role,
I’ve had the opportunity to work on some high profile projects and love seeing
the impact that my work has on the world. My software engineering course
at Monash gave me the technical skills I need, by exposing me to a wide
range of IT technologies.
“In our final year industry project, my team worked on a mobile app for a
government department, where we were exposed to a real-world client
and deadlines, and saw how our software had a real impact on people.”
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Bachelor of Software Enginerring
Major units of study
for specialisation
Industry
experience
Majors/
Double Degrees
The core areas of study that all students complete include:
Computer science and maths
Good software runs efficiently and computes the right answer,
every time. Computer science and maths provide the strong
theoretical foundation needed to build good software.
Specialist focus
IBL
The course offers both an Industry
Based Learning (IBL) stream and a
coursework stream. Coursework students
complete a team-based studio project for
real-world clients in their final year.
Students admitted to the IBL program receive
scholarships of up to $22,000 and work full time
for one six-month placement during their course.
Software engineering
For further information on the application and
selection process visit: it.monash.edu/ibl
Software engineers design, build, test and maintain large-scale
software systems. The units in this area of study provide the
necessary in-depth technical skills in a range of programming
languages, tools and methods.
Duration
Duration
4 years full time
8 years part time
(with honours option)
Campus
Location
Clayton and Malaysia
2014 ATAR
Fee
ATAR
85.55
Professional
recognition
Computer systems
You develop a strong technical understanding of hardware,
operating systems and networks needed for quality
software solutions.
Structure
Structure
Entry
Requirements
Accredited by both Australian Computer
Professionaland Engineers Australia.
Society
Recognition
Location
Career
options
You can choose specialisations in:
■■ Advanced computing
Career
■■ Applications development
■■ Computational science
■■ Decision support
■■ Games development
■■ Information and communication technologies
■■ Mathematics
options
Our
software engineering graduates
have industry-relevant technical skills,
with proficiency in multiple programming
languages, computer platforms and software
tools. They are also team players with
well-developed communication skills.
Some software engineering graduates
work for software development companies,
while others work in industry, commerce,
government and education.
■■ Systems engineering
Roles include:
■■ software engineer
■■ software architect
■■ software developer
■■ IT project manager
Foundation
units
Further specialisations –
your choice
■■ Data management
With approved units in IT,
Engineering and Science
■■ Project management
■■ consultant or systems specialist
■■ specialist programmer
■■ fraud and forensics consultant
ATAR
Entry requirements
■■ Programming
Subjects you must complete and the scores you need
■■ Systems development
Entry
Requirements
ATAR
■■ Computers and networks
■■ Professional practice
85.55
Core units in areas
such as
Industry experience
options
Software Engineering
■■ Industry Based Learning
Programming, Object-oriented
design, Software architecture,
Technical documentation,
Formal specifications,
Testing and quality
IB
Score Subject
(MURPA page 9)
■■ Team-based studio project
Score SL Score HL
English (EAL) or
30
English or
4
3
English other
than EAL
25
English B
5
4
Further maths or
35
Maths or
further
maths or
4
3
Maths methods or
Specialist maths
25
Maths
studies
6
Placement
■■ Summer Internship
for an industry client
Find out more
Computer Systems
Computer architecture,
Operating systems, Networks,
Cloud computing
VCE
Subject
monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/2770/
CRICOS 079338K
Bachelor of Software Enginerring
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Bachelor of Informatics
and Computation
Advanced (Honours)
This is an elite course designed for high‑achieving students who seek a degree
that provides a strong background in information technology and research training,
with the possibility of continuing onto postgraduate research studies or pursuing
employment requiring research and advanced IT development skills.
The only IT course of its kind in Australia, it features a stream of hands-on
project‑based work that gives you the opportunity to be involved in research
from the start through to the completion of the degree. In the third year of
the course you will receive a generous scholarship while undertaking either a
six‑month research placement in a research group of a participating organisation
or an Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement, and in the fourth year you will
undertake a substantial individual research project.
The course provides a strong foundation in information technology
leading to advanced studies in a chosen IT specialisation. These include
business information systems, computer science, computing technology
and information management. The degree, including the scholarship and
placement, is available to both Australian and international students.
Dr Tim Dwyer
Senior Lecturer
“My research work at Monash opened up a world of opportunity to me that
I simply would not have had with a normal IT coursework degree. I was
hired by Microsoft in the US to work on cutting-edge technologies related
to my research. I had the satisfaction of knowing that my work in Visual
Studio was being used by many millions of people all around the world.
Having research experience makes the difference between being a creator
of technologies rather than just a user of other people’s technologies.”
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Bachelor of Informatics and Computation Advanced (Honours)
Major units of study
for specialisation
Industry
experience
Majors/
Double Degrees
Computer science
You study the scientific design and application of computer
software and hardware. Your study encompasses software
design, programming, algorithm development, the computing
hardware, and the theoretical foundations of computation.
You focus on understanding the principles that will help
shape future developments.
Specialist focus
IBL
In the third year of the course you receive a
generous scholarship while undertaking either
a six-month research placement in a research
group of a participating organisation or an
Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement.
Students admitted to the IBL program receive
scholarships of up to $22,000 and work full time
for one six-month placement during their course.
Duration
Duration
4 years full time
8 years part time
Campus
Location
Clayton
For further information on the application and
selection process visit: it.monash.edu/ibl
Business information systems
2014 ATAR
ATAR
97.05
Location
Your study focuses on developing and applying IT solutions
to business problems so you are prepared for leadership roles
in IT management. You learn fundamental business and IT
concepts and how IT can be used to serve business needs.
Career
options
Career
Computing technology
You explore the technical infrastructure, both hardware and
software, on which computers run. Your study includes
web-based technologies, database, IT infrastructure and security.
options
This
degree offers the widest range of career
and research possibilities.
ATAR
Entry requirements
Information management
Your study is about improving information flows and recorded memory.
It includes the design, development, implementation, management,
use and evaluation of library, archival and record keeping systems
and services. It covers topics such as business systems,
information and knowledge management, systems support
and management.
Foundation
units
IT specialisation in one of
the following areas
■■ Data management
■■ Computer science
■■ Project management
■■ Business information
■■ Programming
Structure
Structure
Subjects you must complete and the scores you need
Entry
Requirements
ATAR
97.05
VCE
Subject
IB
Score Subject
Score SL Score HL
English (EAL) or
30
English or
4
3
English other
than EAL
25
English B
5
4
Further maths or
35
Maths or
further
maths or
4
3
Maths methods or
Specialist maths
25
Maths
studies
6
Find out more
systems
■■ Systems development
■■ Information management
■■ Computers and networks
■■ Computing technology
monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/4310
CRICOS 078761C
■■ Mathematics
Research stream
with Honours
Further specialisation or
elective units – your choice
Involvement in active research
projects from the start
to the completion of the
degree, culminating in a large
self-contained project.
Specialise in an area of your
choice with a major or minor
or broaden your degree
with subjects in areas such
as Mathematics, Science,
Engineering, Languages,
Business, etc.
Industry experience
options
Extra curricular
■■ Reseach Institute
■■ Advanced seminars
Placement
■■ Industry Based Learning
Placement
■■ Leadership programs
■■ Monash Undergraduate
Research Projects Abroad
■■ Summer Vacation project
Bachelor of Informatics and Computation Advanced (Honours)
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Scholarships
and awards
We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and awards,
designed to reward excellence, and to encourage participation
by students experiencing disadvantage.
International Merit Scholarship
Value: up to A$28,000 comprising A$5000 or A$7000 per annum
for the duration of the degree.
Eligibility: International undergraduate or postgraduate students
enrolled at an Australian Monash university campus.
Entry: Based on academic results in previous study.
Dean’s Achievement Awards
Awarded to the Faculty of Information Technology undergraduate
students with a minimum high distinction average.
Professor Cliff Bellamy Awards
Multiple awards offered annually to celebrate our high achieving
Faculty of Information Technology students across all year levels.
Equity (disadvantage) Scholarships
it.monash.edu/scholarships
Supporting access to a Monash education to students who may have
been disadvantaged because of difficult circumstances.
Sir John Monash Medal
Information Technology Excellence Scholarship
Awarded to a final year undergraduate student to recognise
extraordinary academic achievement and contribution to
social justice, human rights and a sustainable environment.
Awarded to our highest achieving students entering the Faculty of
Information Technology with a minimum ATAR of 95.
infotech.monash.edu.au/current/scholarships/sir-john-monashmedal.html
monash.edu.au/study/scholarships/merit/informationtechnology.html
Sir John Monash Scholarship Program
Information Technology Industry Based
Learning Entry Scholarship
Designed to reward achievement and encourage participation
for those whose financial and personal circumstances might
otherwise restrict their participation in a Monash education.
Awarded to Year 12 students entering the Faculty of Information
Technology with a minimum ATAR of 80.
monash.edu/study/scholarships/sir-john
IBL Placement Scholarships
Students who have completed all first year units of study with a
65% average across all units may apply for a scholarship for up
to two six-month industry placements.
infotech.monash.edu/future/courses/get-experience/industrybased-learning/scholarships.html
monash.edu/study/scholarships/merit/industry-based-learning.html
Women in Information Technology Scholarship
Awarded to high achieving women with a minimum ATAR of 90 to
encourage participation by females in IT education.
monash.edu/study/scholarships/merit/women-informationtechnology.html
For a full list of available scholarships, bursaries and awards, go to: infotech.monash.edu.au/future/scholarships/index.html
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scholarships and awards
Continue your journey
of discovery
Timothy Rasiah, Bachelor of Software Engineering: During his final year, Timothy plans to study the
development of software to apply AI (artificial intelligence) to controlling model helicopters.
Honours
degrees
An honours year is enjoyable because your studies are based
around individual projects tailored to your interests supported
by an academic supervisor.
Employers value graduates with an honours degree because it
indicates that an advanced level of work has been undertaken
and a higher standard has been reached.
Honours is the usual precursor to postgraduate study, if you want
to pursue a career in industrial research or academia.
Honours degrees are available across all our undergraduate
degrees for students interested in research.
■■ Honours degree of Bachelor of Business Information Systems
■■ Honours degree of Bachelor of Computer Science
■■ Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
■■ Honours degree of Bachelor of Information Technology
and Systems
Postgraduate
study options
We offer:
■■ Coursework degrees
■■ Master of Business Information Systems
■■ Master of Information Technology
■■ Master of Networks and Security
■■ Master of Information Technology Professional/
Master of Business Information Systems Professional
■■ Graduate Diploma in Information and Knowledge Management
■■ Graduate Certificate in Project Management
■■ Research degrees
■■ Master of Philosophy
■■ Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
For more information go to: it.monash.edu/postgrad
■■ Bachelor of Informatics and Computation Advanced (Honours)
Continue your journey of discovery
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Monash
College – for
international
students
English language
pathways
The Monash University English Language Centre is the preferred
English pathway into Monash University.
If you do not meet the English language requirement for direct entry
into your IT course you may receive a packaged offer for one of our
two programs:
Monash English
Bridging
This program is ideal for students who have narrowly missed the
English language requirement for direct entry. After successful
completion of the 10 or 15-week program, you will move directly
into your chosen Monash course without the need for an additional
IELTS test.
Note: MEB is not accepted for entry into all degrees. Those who
are ineligible should consider Monash English.
Monash
English
This program is designed for students who require additional
English language development and support to achieve the entry
requirement for entry into either the Monash English Bridging or
University courses. Course duration depends on your current
English language proficiency and your preferred destination course.
Intakes for Monash English occur every five weeks.
For more information on English language pathways go to:
monashcollege.edu.au/english
Monash University
Foundation Year
The Monash University Foundation Year program is the preferred
pathway into the first year of an IT course at Monash University.
The program is designed to provide international students with the
skills and knowledge required to succeed at Monash University.
After successfully completing the Foundation Year program and
meeting the entry requirements and prerequisites, you will have a
guaranteed place in the first year of your chosen IT degree.
For more information on the Monash University Foundation Year and
for entry requirements go to: monashcollege.edu.au/foundationyear
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Monash College – for international students
Other pathways
Technical and Further Education (TAFE)
Satisfactory completion of a TAFE certificate IV or diploma
can enable you to gain admission into an IT degree.
If your previous study in a diploma qualification is assessed
as being equivalent to Monash University subjects,
credit may be granted.
For more information go to: monash.edu/coursefinder
Transfer from other universities
Students from other universities are able to transfer to Monash.
If your previous study is assessed as being equivalent to
Monash University subjects, credit may be granted.
For more information go to: monash.edu/coursefinder
Diploma of Higher Education Studies
(Sunway)
Satisfactory completion of the Diploma of Higher Education
IT stream qualifies you for entry into the second year of Bachelor
of Computer Science at the Monash University Sunway campus.
For more information go to: monash.edu.my/study/
undergraduate/diploma-higher-education-studies
Monash University English Language Centre
(MUELC)
All of Monash’s IT courses have minimum English language
requirements. Our English language centre offers English language
programs to assist students in meeting these requirements.
■■ Monash English for International English Language Testing System
(IELTS) preparation
Single units of higher education study
If you successfully complete two approved higher education IT
single subjects, you are eligible to apply for entry into a Monash IT
undergraduate course.
■■ The Monash English Bridging (MEB) course for students who
satisfy the academic requirements for a course, but narrowly
missed out on meeting the English requirements
For more information go to: monash.edu/englishcentre
For more information go to: monash.edu/coursefinder
Transfer from another Monash course
If you decide to change your IT course, the common core subjects
in the first year can facilitate a smooth transfer.
You can also apply to transfer to a Monash IT degree from any
other Monash degree, if you meet the criteria.
For more information go to: infotech.monash.edu/future/how
other pathways
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How to
apply
Course
fees
Gaining credit for
prior study
Monash
Agent
To find information about fees, payment
dates and methods, course fees
calculators, discounts, refunds, etc.
You may be eligible for credit if you have
completed post-secondary studies
(e.g. TAFE Diploma, university level studies).
Applications may be made via Monash
Agents located in major cities around
the world. Application forms must
be submitted with certified copies
of academic transcripts and English
qualifications or results.
■■ Domestic Commonwealth
Supported Place
■■ International full-fee
Visit: monash.edu/fees
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how to apply
Visit: infotech.monash.edu.au/future/
how/rpl.html
Visit: monash.edu/study/international/
agents
Domestic students
Australians, New Zealanders and permanent residents of Australia or holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas
■■
Current Year 12 – VCE, IB
or equivalent
■■
Non-current Year 12 with
comparable Year 12 or
tertiary qualifications
■■
People applying under
the University’s Special
Admissions Scheme
Semester 1
Semester 2
February commencement
July commencement
Apply via VTAC
Apply online directly
(subject to Commonwealth Supported Place
(CSP) availability)
Visit: vtac.edu.au
For further information:
monash.edu/study/apply/domestic/entry.html
Visit: monash.edu/admissions/apply/online.html
Fees
■■ Commonwealth Supported Places – reduced course fees for eligible applicants, and
■■ HECS-HELP – reduced payment options for eligible applicants:
monash.edu.au/enrolments/loans/commonwealth-supported-place.html
■■ FEE-HELP – Loan options for eligible applicants:
monash.edu.au/enrolments/loans/domestic-full-fee.html
International students
Semester 1
Semester 2
February commencement
July commencement
Apply directly online or via a Monash Agent
Current Year 12 or IB residing in Australia?
Yes
Visit: monash.edu/study/international/apply
For further information:
monash.edu/study/international
No
Fees
Apply via VTAC
Visit: vtac.edu.au
For further information:
monash.edu/study/apply/
domestic/entry.html
Apply directly online or
via a Monash Agent
Fees for each course can be found at: monash.edu.au/fees
Visit: monash.edu/study/
international/apply
For further information:
monash.edu/study/international
All international students are required to have
current private health insurance
how to apply
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Stay in
touch
For a comprehensive list of our courses,
entry requirements, pathways and
admissions information, please go to:
monash.edu/coursefinder
You can also
Visit our websitemonash.edu/it
Follow usfacebook.com/Monash.University.InfoTech
twitter.com/MonashInfotech
Domestic students
Phone us +61 3 9903 2015
Email [email protected]
International students
Phone us +61 3 9903 4788
Email [email protected]
Or, come and see us
Open Day
Open Day gives you the chance to talk to academic staff,
meet students or tour the faculty and campus.
Date Clayton and Caulfield campus:
Sunday, 3 August 2014
Time 10.00am – 4.00pm
For more information go to: monash.edu/openday/
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Stay in touch
Study in Malaysia –
Our students have the
opportunity to continue
their studies at an
international campus.
Stay in touch
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Information Technology
Undergraduate Courses 2015
The
possibilities
Industry Based
Learning Program
Earn up to $39,000 while you gain
valuable industry experience and
completing your IT degree.
Available to our international
and domestic students.
it.monash.edu/ibl
Future student enquiries
Australian citizens, permanent residents,
and New Zealand citizens
Tel: 1800 MONASH (666 274)
Email: [email protected]
Monash online
monash.edu/it
Course finder
monash.edu/it/undergraduate
monash.edu/study/contact
International students
it.monash.edu/international
International students
Scholarships
it.monash.edu/scholarships
Australia freecall tel: 1800 181 838
Tel: +61 3 9903 4788 (outside Australia)
Email: [email protected]
Off-campus learning
it.monash.edu/ocl
Monash on YouTube
youtube.com/monashunivideo
The information in this brochure was correct
at the time of publication (April 2014).
Monash University reserves the right to
alter this information should the need arise.
You should always check with the relevant
Faculty office when considering a course.
CRICOS provider: Monash University 00008C
Monash College 01857J