Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology

Acquire knowledge on designing, installing, and managing intricate ICT infrastructure; planning and implementing secure network systems based on contemporary methods in IP technologies, network security, and scalable server deployment.
By majoring in Software Technology at Swinburne, you will acquire knowledge about software and its enhancement, as well as the appropriate tools for programming—all while preparing yourself for a lucrative career. Find out how to improve and sustain current applications, and help in selecting suitable software for any organization's requirements.

Entry Level and Requirements

• Diploma : Having completed an INTI Diploma Programme 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 Computer Science/ Software Engineering/ IT/ Information System or equivalent with an average score of 65% Note: Any diploma in Science and Technology with minimum CGPA 2.50 are subject to Swinburne University's approval
• 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 2.80
• 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 70. 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

Note: For Bachelor of Computer Science, students need to obtain a credit in
a) Additional Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; or
b) Mathematics and 1 Science/Technology/Engineering subject at SPM level or its equivalent

 
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.

Network Technology Specialisation: 

• 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

Software Technology Specialisation:

• 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