If you enjoy giving IT technical advice and are keenly interested in software architecture, systems analysis and creating and managing websites, then you will find your niche studying for the Bachelor of Information Technology.
Three years full-time
Part time study is also available
2023 Semester 1: 13 February to 30 June
2023 Semester 2: 15 July to 17 November
This programme is eligible for the Zero Fees Scheme.
Solve real problems for real industry clients by exploring progressive technologies and developing e-commerce and business solutions.
Drawing on both computer science and information systems, this degree covers:
The first year provides a foundational knowledge in software development and design fundamentals, operating systems, computer networks and programming. The second year builds on this base knowledge with more advanced programming, databases, networking, web applications and managing computer projects.
The final year pulls it all together with topics in networking, databases, web applications, and a full year, full scale project.
Students are assigned their own state of the art computer for the duration of their studies.
YEAR ONE
Compulsory
501 Information Technology Operations
The learner will apply essential knowledge and concepts of computer hardware, operating systems, applications and networks.
ITC 502 Fundamentals of Programming and Problem Solving
Apply the principles of software development to create simple working applications.
ITC 503 Professional Practice
To provide students with the knowledge to apply professional, legal and ethical principles and practices in a socially responsible manner, and apply communication, personal and interpersonal skills relevant to IT roles.
ITC 504 Enterprise
To assist students to demonstrate understanding of the development of effective IT solutions for enterprise.
Elective
Four of the following papers may be chosen from the list below. Electives 1, 2 and 3 may be from any other programme with permission of the Programme Manager. Papers must be at a minimum of Level 5.
ITC 505 Introduction to Networks
To introduce fundamental concepts and technologies in networking and implement a simple network.
ITC 506 Operating Systems
To introduce key operating systems concepts and administer a computer system.
ITC 507 Technical Support
To introduce IT service management, and trouble shoot and resolve a range of common system, networking, application and security problems using appropriate tools and procedures.
ITC 508 Database Administration
To introduce key database concepts as well as manage and administer a relational database.
ITC 509 Web applications Implementation
To provide students with the skills to select and use appropriate development methodologies, develop user interfaces using software development standards, create scripted components to given specifications, and install and configure frameworks and applications.
IT511 Business Computing
Students will understand, discuss, evaluate and apply information technology to meet business requirements and perform research.
ITC 513 Programming
Write and maintain programmes using appropriate design patterns, data structures and algorithms.
YEAR TWO
ITC 601 Project Management
To enable students to understand the requirements of project planning and control and use project management software to manage tasks.
ITC 604 Systems Analysis and Design
Compulsory - one of the following papers to be chosen:
IT606 Object Oriented Databases
ITC607 Data management
A minimum of three of the following "GEN' coded or "IT/ITC" coded Level 6 electives must be taken plus up to 30 credits at Level 5 or above from this or other programmes with permission of programme manager:
ITC605 Web Services and Design Methodologies
ITC606 Algorithms and Data Structures
IT607 Advanced Programming
IT608 Game Development I
IT611 Applied Computing
Students will use software applications in developing computer-based solutions for business problems.
IT612 Applied Graphics
Development of graphical content is fundamental in many modern industries such as the Game and Web Development Industries. This paper expands on the work carried out in IT506 and develops enhanced skills in the area of design, creation and presentation of graphical content.
IT617 Mobile Application Development
Prepare students for development of applications for Mobile devices for recognised marketplaces.
IT 620 Routing and Switching
To plan, configure and implement simple routing and switching protocols, and associated technologies, including SSH and access control lists.
YEAR THREE
IT701 Project
To provide students with the opportunity to research, select, integrate and apply a range of techniques and technology to solve a workplace problem.
Elective Options to the value of 120 credits
A minimum of three of the following Level 7 electives must be taken from "IT/ITC' coded courses plus 45 credits at level 5 or above from this or other programmes with permission of programme manager:
IT610 Help Desk
To provide students with knowledge, skills and practical experience related to supporting users in an IT environment.
IT703 Database Design and Implementation
IT705 Human Computer Interaction
IT708 Information Systems in Management
IT709 Web Applications
IT710 Game Development ll
IT711 Advanced Networking
IT712 Professional Skills for Information Technology
Provide students with IT Service Operations Management knowledge concentrating on skills and practices to for delivering quality IT services.
IT715 Embedded Systems
To provide students with an introduction to microcontrollers and embedded systems and their use in interacting with their environment.
IT717 System Security
IT721 Software Engineering
IT722 Algorithims and Problem Solving
At the successful completion of this programme, students will have the required competencies to function successfully and effectively at entrance levels within the information technology sector. It is anticipated that graduates from the degree programme will be able to pursue professional careers in the following areas within the information technology industry:
Management: Entry level management/team leader in information systems development analysis, design and production of information systems to meet prescribed specifications and needs within an organisational context.
Database: Creation and support of database systems, analysis of processes and data flow leading to building effective database systems within an organisation's information system.
Technical: Information systems support selecting, configuring and supporting hardware, operating systems, networks, and software components of an organisation's information system.
Web Applications: Analysis, design and production of web interfaces and the back-end systems that support them.
Programming: Creating and supporting a variety of software applications.
School Leavers
University Entrance NCEA Level 3: Three subjects at Level 3 or above made up of the following:
Mature ApplicantsApplicants in this category will be the age of 20 by March 1 of the first year of enrolment in the programme, and have provided evidence of relevant prior learning and experience. For example, successful completion of a programme of study at Level 3 or above in a related discipline and/or employment in the IT related sector for two or more years.
Special Application
Applicants who have successfully completed courses from any equivalent level programmes may be admitted to the Bachelor of Information Technology programme through cross credit processes.
Applicants who have relevant experience in the information technology industry may seek admission to the Bachelor of Information Technology programme through a Recognition of Prior Learning process. Their experience will be taken into account for the purpose of admission. Where such applicants gain admission, credit may be given for experience relevant to the learning outcomes of particular modules.
Part time Admission
Applicants may apply for part time admission, providing they meet the above requirements.
English Language Requirements
Applicants, whose first language is not English, or who come from a country where the language of instruction in schools is not English, are required to provide evidence of having achieved one of the following
NCEA Level 3 with University Entrance, or
an International Baccalaureate Diploma or Cambridge A- level qualification for which the teaching and assessment was conducted in English; or
Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA),or Trinity College London Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CertTESOL);or
Successful completion of all primary education (being the equivalent of New Zealand primary school years 1 to 8) and at least three years of secondary education (being the equivalent of three years from New Zealand secondary school years 9 to 13) at schools in either New Zealand,,Australia,Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States one of the countries listed in Rule 18.5 where the student was taught using English as the language of instruction; or
Successful completion of at least five years of secondary education (being the equivalent of New Zealand secondary school years 9 to 13) at schools in either New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States where the student was taught using English as the language of instruction; or
Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Bachelor Honours degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Masters' Degree or Doctoral Degree, the language of instruction of which must be in English and which must be from a tertiary education provider from New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom or the United States or
Successful completion of one of the following internationally recognised proficiency tests listed below to the level required of the programme of study and with all scores achieved in a single test during the two years preceding the proposed date of enrolment
IELTS test - Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 TOEFL Paper based test (pBT) - Score of 550 (with an essay score 5 TWE) TOEFL Internet based test (iBT) - Score of 60 (with a writing score of 18) Cambridge English Examination - B2 First or B2 First for schools or C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 169. No less than 162 in each skill. OET - Minimum of Grade C or 200 in all sub-tests NZCEL - a) Expiring Level b) Current: a) Level 4 (Academic) b) Level 4 (Academic) Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42 Language Cert - C1 Expert International ESOL Written (LRW) PASS with no less than 25/50 in each skill and Spoken (S) PASS Trinity ISE - ISE II with no less than distinction in any band
* New versions of some NZCEL qualifications, and in some cases new qualifications, were published on 13 June 2017. These are intended to replace pre-existing versions and qualifications, which have been given expiring status until discontinued on 31 December 2019. (a) denotes expiring (b) denotes current
Suggested ThemesThere exists the opportunity to have a specialised theme in your degree. This will still require all compulsory courses and credit allocations, but have suggested elective courses.Themes are based on student interests and the current employment opportunities obtained by previous students, including programming, web development, network administrators and teaching.The most common of these themes are listed below along with the associated modules.
ManagementGEN100 Introduction to Academic SkillsIT601 Systems Analysis and DesignIT604 Project ManagementIT708 Information Systems and ManagementIT712 Professional Skills for Information TechnologyPlus selected papers from SIT's Bachelor of Commerce.
DatabaseIT501 Fundamentals of software development and designIT601 Systems analysis and designIT603 Data models and databasesIT606 Object oriented databasesIT703 Database design and implementation
TechnicalCS101 Hardware for ComputingCS102 Computer NetworksIT705 Human Computer InteractionIT711 Advanced Networking
Web ApplicationsMultimedia degree courses in design and interactive web pages:IT502 ProgrammingIT506 Web and Graphic Design IIT512 Fundamentals of ProgrammingIT609 Fundamentals of Web DevelopmentIT612 Applied GraphicsIT705 Human Computer InteractionIT709 Web Applications
ProgrammingIT502 ProgrammingIT512 Fundamentals of ProgrammingIT607 Advanced ProgrammingIT608 Game Development IIT705 Human Computer Interaction
*Please note that not all elective options will be available in any one year.
Every candidate for the qualification of Bachelor of Information Technology is required to follow a programme of study for a minimum period of three years.
The overall programme of study for every candidate requires 360 credits for successful completion of the qualification.
In order to be awarded the Bachelor of Information Technology, the student will have been credited with all required papers and electives as specified in the programme schedule.
A student completing the Bachelor of Information Technology will normally be expected to complete the three-year programme (full-time equivalent) within 5 years.
Please note students failing to attend for 80% of timetabled programme hours may forfeit Zero Fees entitlement.
Most classes are held Monday to Friday, 9.00am-5.00pm at SIT's main Invercargill campus. Evening classes may be scheduled.