Accounting/Information Technology
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Accounting/Bachelor of Information Technology
Length
4.5 years full-time (4 years for 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
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Apply through VTAC for first-semester entry, or to the University for Mid-Year Entry (visit www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/mid-year).
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.htmlMiddle Band
Re-ranking is based on study scores achieved in prerequisite studies and Business studies (any) and criteria associated with the La Trobe University Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme
Selection
ENTER n/a
Extra requirements
Mature-Age Entry: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.
Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form, and may also be required to complete a maths test or bridging program. Contact (03) 9479 2591 or sci.tech@latrobe.edu.au for more information.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any) and Mathematics (any).
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
Globally-accredited accounting firms have indicated a need for graduates with both accounting and IT qualifications. Employment opportunities include computer systems management, auditing and other managerial positions.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society. The Bachelor of Accounting is accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia. Graduates are eligible for membership with either professional accounting body or 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
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Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering, Bendigo campus:
T (03) 5444 7351
Faculty of Law and Management:
T (03) 5444 7350
W www.latrobe.edu.au/business
All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover