Associate Degree in Information Technology

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
2 year(s) full-time

Program Code
LTCI

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 27,000 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2015

English Language Requirements
Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
067901J

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Essential requirements for admission

Prerequisites

None

Assumed Knowledge

None

Admission Requirements by Country

Bangladesh HSC	3.5
Canada High School (OSSD)	60
Eynesbury FSP	310
German Abitur	3.3
India (best 4)	60
Kenya KCSE (average)	B
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	6
Malaysia UEC	32
Norway GPA	3
Pakistan HSSC	75
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	6
Sweden GPA	13
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	6
USA SAT (2400)	1500
Vietnam	7
Australia	65
IB (best 6)	26
Nepal HSEB	60
HKDSE	16

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This qualification is only available as an exit point from the following programs: LBCP, LHSG (or LBSG), and LHIT.

Aim

This program aims to provide a solid grounding in the application of computer and information technology to prepare graduates for a career specialising in networking, software development or IT security, particularly in a small to medium business setting.

Content & Structure

The Associate Degree in Information Technology consists of two years full-time study or 72 units.

The program has an information technology core of 58.5 units plus a minor of 13.5 units selected from the following specialisations: Programming, Networking, or Network Security.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Network Fundamentals	INFT 1012	4.5
Problem Solving and Programming	COMP 1039	4.5
Information Technology Fundamentals	INFT 1016	4.5
Design Thinking and Digital Innovation	INFS 1020	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Systems Analysis	INFS 1021	4.5
Database Fundamentals	INFT 1020	4.5
Programming Fundamentals	COMP 1040	4.5
IT Project Management	INFT 1021	4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Interface Design, Interaction and Experience	INFT 1004	4.5
Web Development	INFT 2064	4.5
Minor
Minor		4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Systems Design	INFS 2037	4.5
Elective
Minor		4.5
Minor		4.5

Rules & notes

Notes

1. The majority of the courses are delivered at the Mawson Lakes Campus with the remainder taught at City West or Magill. Please check the timetable to confirm the location and possible external mode offering.

2. The University elective is a course from any school or program within the University of South Australia that is freely chosen by students, subject to pre-requisite requirements and availability.