BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer scientists, software engineers, programmers
and other computing professionals are experts on how
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the most complicated and intricate problems. Curtin University is an innovative, global university, with
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This course provides coverage of aspects of modern computing
students for jobs of the future.
and computer networks. It covers fundamental programming and
security knowledge as well as specialises in network programming Curtin is ranked in the top one per cent of universities
and other aspects of distributed computing. The course uses worldwide in The Academic Ranking of World Universities
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basics before moving onto advanced topics. Graduates from the The university is ranked below 100 worldwide in the
course will have sound knowledge of computer systems and following 7 areas:
processes involved in software development and maintenance. Mining and Mineral Engineering, Hospitality and Tourism
The aim of this course is to prepare students for the areas of ICT Management, Earth Sciences, Chemical Engineering,
found to be most in demand and for positions that are most difficult Nursing, Remote sensing and Education.
to fill. Curtin works closely with industry partners to fine tune the
course and provide work-based opportunities to students.

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COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE STRUCTURE (24 UNITS)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE YEAR 1 Semester 1 UNIT CODE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Introduction to Software Engineering ISAD1000
Course entry requirements Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM NPSC1003
Fundamentals of Programming COMP1005
• Mathematics is essential and calculus is desirable -
SC and HSC result to be assessed Fundamental concepts of data security ISEC2001
YEAR 1 Semester 2 UNIT CODE
• Satisfy the minimum academic entry requirements
Unix and C Programming COMP1000
• Meet the minimum English competency level Data Structures and Algorithms COMP1002
Linear Algebra 1 MATH1015
Foundation Program
Computer Systems COMP2000
Candidates who do not meet all entry requirements can enrol
YEAR 2 Semester 1 UNIT CODE
in the Foundation Program in order to gain admission to the
Bachelor degree Operating Systems COMP2006
Select one elective unit
Duration Unix Systems Programming COMP2002
The programme is run over three years (six semesters) Computer Communications CNCO2000
YEAR 2 Semester 2 UNIT CODE
Intake
Database Systems ISYS2014
February and July
Computing Topics COMP2005
Application procedures Mobile Cloud Computing CNCO3003
Candidates must complete the application form available at Select one elective unit
Curtin Mauritius Future Students Centre and must submit relevant YEAR 3 Semester 1 UNIT CODE
copies of the following documents: Human Computer Interface ICTE3002
Capstone Computing Project 1 ISAD3000
• Copies of educational qualifications
Distributed Networks CNCO3000
• Two passport - size photographs Select one elective unit
• Copy of National Identity Card and Birth Certificate YEAR 3 Semester 2 UNIT CODE
Capstone Computing Project 2 ISAD3001
(The originals of the above documents are needed for certification
purposes) Engineering Management MGMT3000
Advanced Computer Communications CNCO3002
Career Opportunities: Business Internship MKTG3009
This course can help you become a/an:
> IT algorithm designer > IT analyst
> Software developer > IT support professional
> Cyber security professional > Programmer
> Web applications developer

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