Accounting/Information Technology
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Accounting/Bachelor of Information Technology
CRICOS course code
067180D
Length
4.5 years (or 4 years in an accelerated program)
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
Combined expertise in business and IT provides a powerful skill-set in an increasingly competitive professional environment; employers emphasise continuing demand for graduates with such skills, boosting employment opportunities in both public and private industry. this double degree features an opportunity to meet industry demands, and to undertake industry-based studies.
Industry-Based Learning scholarships are available in this course. Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit the Science, Technology and Engineering Faculty website for more details.
Course structure
First-year studies include information technology fundamentals, object-oriented programming, information systems, business law, accounting, and economics.
Later-year studies include intermediate object-oriented programming, information systems development, databases, mathematics, computer networks, auditing and taxation, management and management accounting, financial accounting, and electives from information technology, business or other disciplines.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Information systems, software development, programming, computer technology, accounting, management. See individual course entries for further information.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
20 320
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTU Foundation Studies - 70
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2008 (indicative only) - Not applicable
International Baccalaureate - 24
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 7
Sri Lankan A Levels - BBC
MICSS (UEC) - 4A 2B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 73
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.7
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 73
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.4
National (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.8
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's <b> Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs</b>, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the International College website.
Subject prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to the Australian VCE Units 3 & 4 (any) with a study score of at least 20.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Career opportunities
Globally-accredited accounting firms have indicated a need for graduates who have both accounting and information technology qualifications. Employment opportunities include computer systems management, auditing and other managerial roles.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Information Technology has Australian Computer Society accreditation.
The Bachelor of Accounting has been accredited by both CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia. Graduates are eligible for membership with either professional accounting body or with other professional groups such as the National Institute of Accountants (NIA) and the Association of Chartered Accountants (ACCA).
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au