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Programme Structure
Programme can be completed in 3 Years.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with a major in Network Technology
Subjects in the Network Technology specialisation include: Cloud Computing Architecture, Networks and Switching, Network Routing Principles, Advanced Web Development, Data Visualisation, ICT Innocation Project, ICT Design Project, Secure Remote Access Networks, Enterprise Network Server Administration.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with a major in Software Technology
Subjects in the Software Technology specialisation include: Cloud Computing Architecture, Object Oriented Programming, Data Visualisation, ICT Innovation Project, ICT Design Project, Software Development for Mobile Devices, Advanced Web Development, Interface Design and Development.
Entry Requirements
Requirements depend on your entry level. Expand for more details.
| Entry Level | Entry Requirements Required by Partner University / School |
|---|---|
| INTI Diploma | Having completed an INTI Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent with an average of 60% (CGPA 2.50). Credit transfer up to the equivalent of 1 year. (Other diplomas are subject to Swinburne University’s approval) |
| Malaysian Diploma | Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent with an average score of 65%. (Note: Any other Diploma with minimum CGPA of 2.75 are subject to Swinburne University’s approval) |
| INTI Foundation | Having completed on INTI Foundation programme with an average of 60% (CGPA 2.40). (Average of 60% in English – study must be completed not more than two years prior to commencing study at Swinburne) |
| Foundation* | Having completed a Foundation programme with an average of 65%. (Average of 60% in English – study must be completed not more than two years prior to commencing study at Swinburne). Other Foundation programmes are subject to Swinburne University’s approval. |
| STPM | Pass 3 subjects in STPM with minimum CGPA 2.50 |
| UEC | Pass UEC with 5Bs and Average of best 5 subjects – Score of 4 and below. E.g. Student obtains the following marks for best 5 subjects: B4, B3, B3, B4, B6. Total score is: 4 + 3 + 3 + 4 + 6 = 20. Average score = 20/5 = 4 (A1: 100 – 85; A2: 84 – 80; B3: 79 – 75; B4: 74 – 70; B5: 69 – 65; B6: 64 – 60; C7: 57 – 55; C8: 54 – 50; F9: 49 – 0) |
| Cambridge A Levels | Minimum value of 8 must be achieved in 3 subjects at A Levels. (Grades for A Levels: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2,E=1) |
| Australian Senior High School Certificate | Minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 60. Score of 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) for Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent |
| Australian Foundation Programme | Minimum average score of 65%. (Average of 60% in English – study must be completed not more than two years prior to commencing study at Swinburne) |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | Evidence of IB Diploma Award Minimum 6 subjects including minimum 4 in pre-requisite subjects. Minimum 24 points. The minimum score requirement is derived by adding the result in each subject. A minimum score of 4 is required in pre-requisite subjects |
*Australian Foundation and Swinburne University approved Malaysian Foundation
Please note that other qualifications will be assessed on a case-to-case basis and subject to Swinburne University’s approval.
Note: For Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology, students need to obtain a credit in
a) Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; or
b) Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at SPM level need to take and pass the reinforcement Mathematics subject.
| Entry Level | English Language Requirements |
|---|---|
| IELTS | Overall 6.0 (No individual band below 6.0) |
| TOEFL iBT | Overall 64 (No less than 13 in reading, 12 in listening, 18 in speaking, 21 in writing) |
| PTE | 50 (Communication skill no less than 50) |
| SPM | English 1119 (GCE-O) with minimum C grade & successful completion of A-Level/STPM. |
| GCE O-Level | Credit in English |
| STPM | Grade C in 920 English Literature |
| MUET | Band 4 |
| Cambridge English C1 Advanced | 169 (No band less than 169) |
| INTI Academic English Programme (AEP) (Level 4) | Pass Level 4 with minimum 60% |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | Minimum of 4 in English A1 or A2 (Higher and Standard Levels) or minimum of 5 in English B (Higher Level) |
| Common European Framework | B2 |
Students meet the English Language entry requirement if they study for at least two years study at the level of a Malaysia Diploma or Bachelor studies with English as the language of instruction. Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter must be provided.
For English Language Requirements, please refer to https://www.swinburne.edu.au/study/international/apply/entry-requirements/ on the English Requirements table.
Note: International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above.
To find country-specific entry requirements visit our international entry requirement page
Career Opportunities
Explore your career possibilities.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with a major in Network Technology
Security consultant, network administrator, systems administrator, information security analyst.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with a major in Software Technology
Web developer, software designer, mobile application developer, software developer.
Additional information
This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies while giving students the competitive edge.
This degree is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
Majors:
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with a major in Network Technology
Learn about the design, installation, management of complex ICT infrastructure, plan and deploy secure network systems utilising current practices in IP technologies, network security, and scalable server deployment.
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with a major in Software Technology
With a Swinburne Software Technology major you’ll learn software, how to enhance it, and what to use when, as you program yourself for a well-paid career. Discover how to enhance and maintain existing applications, as well as assist in make appropriate software choices for any organisation’s needs.
