Bachelor of Multimedia (Networks and Computing) /
Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications and Internet Technologies)

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Fast Facts

• Credit available to students with a TAFE qualification or a relevant post-secondary qualification
• This course is also offered through the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Program. Successful applicants are awarded HECS waiver scholarships and will be funded for the duration of their course
• The course has optional industry-based Learning year for students wishing to gain professional experience
• Course will enable graduates to join the Institution of Engineers Australia as graduate members and provide credit at Level 2 towards professional membership of the Australian Computer Society.

Course Description

The five year double degree program in Bachelor of Multimedia (Networks and Computing)/Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications and Internet Technologies) provides in-depth specialist engineering knowledge of the international telecommunications industry and global networks and also of technical and creative aspects of multimedia systems. This is particularly relevant to the continued convergence of multimedia systems and communications networks, currently typified by the World Wide Web.

Aims and Objectives

• Develop understanding of the basic science and engineering principles underlying telecommunications and Internet technologies and an ability to apply that knowledge
• Develop understanding of appropriate engineering methods and techniques
• Develop in students abilities to function effectively as an individual and in project teams, whether as manager, leader or team member
• A sound knowledge of design of multimedia applications and an appreciation of the various skills required
• Knowledge of the computer networking and software technologies typical for multimedia production facilities, and skills in analysing, specifying and supporting those networking and software resources
• An understanding of the changing face of multimedia, in relation to both acceleration in the use and development of technology, and its impact on society.

Entrance Requirements

Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent.

VCE Prerequisites: Units 3 & 4 - a study score of at least 20 in English (any) and a study score of at least 20 in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics.

Program Structure

The course involves completion of 40 subjects (or equivalent) over a full-time five year period. Entry is possible in both Semester 1 (Feb) and Semester 2 (July). An optional optional Industry-Based Learning year is available to students.

All students will undertake an Industry Linked Final Year Project.

Brochures

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