The Bachelor of Business (IT Networking) has been specifically designed to provide learning in the specialization of IT Networking coupled with developing knowledge and skills in business processes and functions. This degree aims to provide students with business knowledge of how organizations operate and to appreciate the role and functioning of IT networking for achieving business goals. Students will gain an appreciation for the broad aspects of business while specializing in the application
of IT networking within the organizational context.

• FEE-HELP is available but is subject to availability.
• Credit transfers for studies passed above the Certificate IV level can reduce the price and duration of this course.
• This course is currently available to domestic students only.
  

Duration

Six trimesters over 2 years

Location

Melbourne

Start Dates

March, July and November each year

Course Structure

Year 1

Year 2

Assessment

This course uses a variety of assessment methods including:

• Case studies
• Written reports
• Practical exercises
• Presentations
• Essays
• Laboratory Exercises
• Projects
• Class Tests
• Mid-subject examination
• End of subject examination

Modes of study

Some of the modes of study used at Carrick include:

• Tutorial group discussions
• Lectures
• Group work
• Audio or visual presentations
• Self-directed learning through research
• Problem-solving
• Demonstrations
• Practical Tasks
• Computer Laboratory based tasks

Graduate outcomes

On completion of the course graduates will be academically prepared for professional entry to the ICT industry. Graduates will be employable in technical and professional ICT networking roles as designers, developers, engineers, analysts and administrators.

Credit Transfers

Carrick Higher Education offers a credit transfer process to all students upon enrolment. Information and support are provided to enable applicants to gather relevant evidence to support their clam for credit transfer.

Entry requirements

To gain entry into the Bachelor of Business (IT Networking) students must meet one of the following entry requirements:

• successful completion of year 12 or equivalent qualification or
• successful completion of Certificate IV or equivalent qualification.

and, in the case of international students where English is not the student’s first language an IELTS with an overall band score of at least 6.0 or equivalent proficiency as provided by other testing mechanisms.

Where an applicant is mature age (21 years or older) and the applicant has not completed year 12 or Certificate IV or equivalent an interview can be arranged for the applicant to demonstrate that they have an ability to undertake the course. Evidence of this ability can be made by way of a portfolio of work undertaken in employment or community engagement and testimonials.

International students who do not meet the English requirements can undertake an ELICOS (English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students) programme such as the type offered at the Carrick Institute of Education or another NEAS approved provider.

Course Packaging

International students can package English (EAP 1 and/or EAP 2), the Carrick Foundation Program or any vocational program with this degree and pay only $1000 deposit towards the degree.