C2004 · Monash University · UG comprehensive

Bachelor of Information Technology

Faculty of Information Technology

Minimum ATAR: 70
Full time: 3 years
Part time: 6 years
Credit points: 144
Campus: —
Mode: On campus

First-year units

Level 1 units every student in this course takes or chooses from.

FIT1045Software development 1: Programming foundationsProgramming is not just about writing code; it is about learning how to turn ideas and problems into clear, reliable instructions that a computer can execute. This unit introduces programming through computational thinking, algorithm design…
FIT1047Computing systems 1: foundations and operationsEvery time you run a program, open a file, connect to a network, train a model, deploy a service, or launch a container, layers of computing systems are working beneath the surface. This unit helps you understand those layers and gives you…
FIT1062Data managementThis unit introduces the principles of data management through the design, implementation, and use of relational databases. It develops foundational skills in modelling data, translating real-world requirements into sound relational designs…
FIT1050Web developmentThe web is where people encounter many of the tools, services and experiences that shape everyday digital life. This unit develops your ability to design and build effective web experiences by combining web technologies, user-centred design…
FIT1060Human understanding and AI navigationHuman Understanding & AI Navigation introduces you to the foundations of human‑centred computing, and the skills and knowledge needed to design and work effectively in an AI-integrated world. You will learn how humans experience technology,…
BEI1501Engaging complexityEngaging complexity is an immersive introduction to the world of complex challenges - social, environmental, institutional, and technological - where clear-cut solutions are rare, and understanding takes time. In this unit, you’ll learn to…
BEI1067Evidence for actionEvidence for action focuses on the skills and mindsets needed to investigate complex problems using a range of qualitative and quantitative methods. You’ll learn how to conduct interviews, run surveys, engage in fieldwork, and explore datas…
BEI1270Indonesian studies (Religion, Indonesian language, Pancasila, and Civic education)This unit integrates the four compulsory Indonesian curriculum units; Religion (Agama), Indonesian Language (Bahasa Indonesia), Pancasila, and Civic Education (Kewarganegaraan) through a project-based approach. You will participate in semin…

Course structure

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Part A. Specified studies

48 cp

You must complete 48 credit points, comprising: - core studies (30 credit points); and - practice studies (18 credit points)

Core studies

30 cp

You must complete the following four units (24 credit points) and one elective unit (6 credit point) as outlined in Part C.

FIT1045Software development 1: Programming foundations6 cp
FIT1047Computing systems 1: foundations and operations6 cp
FIT1062Data management6 cp
FIT2119Computing in practice: Professional practice6 cp

Practice studies

18 cp

You must complete the following units

FIT2130Computing in practice: Project practices and management6 cp
FIT3222Computing in practice: Project 1 6 cp
FIT3223Computing in practice: Project 26 cp

Part B. Major studies

48 cp

You must complete the software development major. Note. A major requires eight units with no more than two units at level one (12 credit points) and at least three units (18 credit points) at level three.

FIT1050Web development6 cp
FIT2175Usability6 cp
FIT1060Human understanding and AI navigation6 cp
FIT2095Full stack development6 cp
FIT2133Software development 2: Object and data modelling6 cp
FIT3146Maker lab6 cp
FIT3178iOS app development6 cp
FIT3200Inclusive interaction design6 cp

Part C. Elective studies

48 cp

You must complete 48 credit points of elective units. Electives can be chosen from across the Monash Indonesia campus, as long as you have met the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units. Please note that completion of the following Innovation and Leadership units will allow you to complete a second major. If you are in a double degree course you don't complete Part C. Some units required for the other degree will be credited as electives towards this degree.

BEI1501Engaging complexity6 cp
BEI1067Evidence for action6 cp
BEI2766Shaping futures6 cp
BEI2515Catalysing change6 cp
BEI2500Design thinking for global challenges6 cp
MGI3991Leadership principles and practices6 cp
MON3500Research, experimentation and discovery6 cp
MON3750Monash Innovation Guarantee6 cp

Part D. Indonesian studies

You must complete the following unit. Note: the workload requirements (including contact hours) for each of these subjects is 2 hours per week. These units must be undertaking in parallel with your other units and cannot be completed outside Indonesia.

BEI1270Indonesian studies (Religion, Indonesian language, Pancasila, and Civic education)0 cp