Bachelor of Information Technology (Mobile and Apps Development)
Course summary for international students
G = Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
S = Geelong Waterfront Campus
W =Warrnambool Campus
X = Off campus
| Award granted | Bachelor of Information Technology (Mobile and Apps Development) |
|---|---|
| Campus | Offered at Melbourne Burwood Campus |
| Off-campus | Yes |
| Next available intake | March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2) |
| Indicative annual fee 2014 | $23,340* AUD |
| CRICOS course code | 077406G |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| IELTS Requirement | Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 (or equivalent). More information is available at www.ielts.org |
| Deakin course code | S303 |
| VTAC Codes | 1400516093 - Burwood (Melbourne), International full-fee paying place |
| Faculty contacts | Deakin International |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Fees and charges
- Career opportunities
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Entry requirements - general
- Credit for prior learning - general
- How to apply
Course overview
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Mobile and Apps Development) focuses on theories, technologies and skills required to design and develop apps on modern mobile platforms, giving you the knowledge to help you thrive in this fast-growing field. It is designed for students who are interested in the broad aspects of mobile apps design and development – from frontend mobile devices all the way to the backend systems that support mobile apps.
The course provides you with suitable foundation training in key IT skills, specialised skills in mobile apps design and development, as well as generic professional skills such as writing, communication and ethical skills. It covers key mobile apps technologies from two major platforms: Android and iOS (Apple’s mobile operating system). In addition to technology-specific skills, you will also learn cross-platform development skills through the latest HTML5, backend cloud computing services (e.g. maps) and frontend JavaScript frameworks.
Units in the course may include assessment hurdle requirements.
Fees and charges
Fee paying place - International (IFP)
A Fee paying place is one for which the University does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Fees for international students apply to persons living in Australia with Temporary Resident status, provided that there is no limitation on study and persons living abroad who are not Australian citizens and do not have Permanent Resident status in Australia.
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.
* The 'indicative annual course fee' cited has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2014, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2014 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on 'indicative course fees' to calculate the total future cost of their course.
Career opportunities
As the uptake of broadband and mobile devices increases, industries of all types are developing new mobile apps to satisfy the needs of its customers. Developments in mobile devices are also shaping the way businesses and their employees work. Collectively, these consumer-to-consumer, business-to-consumer and business-to-business needs are driving a demand for mobile apps developers.
Graduates of this course may find career opportunities in roles such as iOS developer, iPhone application developer, Android developer, iOS web developer, mobile developer, mobile applications architect, mobile deployment officers and mobile applications programmer.
Course rules
The course comprises a total of 24 credit points, which must include the following:
- 16 credit points of core (prescribed) units
- 8 credit points of elective units
- Completion of SIT010 Safety Induction Program (0 credit-point compulsory unit)
- Level 1 – maximum of 10 credit points
- Level 2 and 3 – minimum of 14 credit points over both levels
- Level 3 – minimum of 6 credit points of which at least 4 must be SIT Course Grouped units
Course structure
Level 1
Trimester 1
| SIT101 | Fundamentals of Information Technology |
| SIT105 | Critical Thinking and Problem Solving |
| SIT120 | Introduction to Apps Design |
| SIT010 | Safety Induction Program * |
Plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
| SIT102 | Introduction to Programming |
| SIT103 | Introduction to Database Design |
| SIT104 | Introduction to Web Development |
Plus one elective unit
Level 2
Trimester 1
| SIT223 | Information Technology Professional Skills |
| SIT263 | Interface Design |
| SIT206 | iOS Programming |
Plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
| SIT202 | Computer Networks |
| SIT203 | Web Programming |
| SIT207 | Android Programming |
Plus one elective unit
Level 3
Trimester 1
| SIT374 | Project Management |
| SIT305 | Advanced Apps Development # |
Plus two elective units
Trimester 2
| SIT302 | Project |
| SIT313 | Mobile Computing |
Plus two elective units
*Note: SIT010 is a 0 credit point safety induction unit.
# Not available until 2015
#Recommended elective units:
| SIT151 | Game Fundamentals |
| SIT153 | Introduction to Game Programming |
| SIT162 | Interactive Media Systems |
| SIT182 | Introduction to Computer Security |
| SIT322 | Distributed Systems |
| SIT323 | Practical Software Development |
# Recommended elective units may have their individual prerequisites that students must satisfy through either completing the units within the course and/or by undertaking additional elective units.
Entry requirements - general
General admission requirements for entry into undergraduate courses for international students at Deakin are summarised in the undergraduate admission requirements table (194kb).
Some courses may have additional entry requirements.
Students must also meet the undergraduate English language requirements.
Credit for prior learning - general
If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for credit for prior learning. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your credit for prior learning.
Your credit for prior learning is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.
You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
How to apply
- Applicant Portal: Use our online application system to submit and track your application now OR
- Apply through a Deakin International office: Fill out an application form and submit it to a Deakin International office OR
- Apply through a Deakin representative: Take your application form to your preferred agent for assistance.
Tracking your application
If you have already applied and wish to enquire about your application please refer to the relevant area through which you originally applied.
- If you applied through a Deakin representative please contact your representative.
- If you applied through a Deakin International office please contact deakin-int-admissions@deakin.edu.au
