Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Information Technology (RZBC) – Bendigo
This double degree program combines the Bachelor of Business (all specialisations except information technology) with the Bachelor of Information Technology. The course enables students to undertake an in-depth study of information technology and one of economics, international business, business law, human resource management or marketing. Employers have indicated that there is a high demand for graduates with such expertise. Students should carefully check professional body requirements before finalising their course of study.
Course structure
This double degree is of four and a half years full time duration and requires the completion of 540 credit points overall. Students may complete this double degree in four years as part of an accelerated study program. In order to be admitted to the two degrees, a total of 36 units of 15 credit points each for a total of 540 credit points, and the individual requirements of each of the degrees must be achieved. The information technology major in the Bachelor of Business is not available in this double degree. Students should consult with the course coordinator for specific unit requirements for professional accreditation.
Industry-based learning
A limited number of scholarships are offered for students to undertake an industry-based learning component in the course. The program is normally available only to students who have completed three full years of study. Each industry-based learning unit is undertaken full-time for half a year and is equivalent to two units in the double degree program. Further details may be obtained from the industry-based learning coordinator.