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PROSPECTUS 2018 MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY YOUR ON-CAMPUS PATHWAY TO MURDOCH UNIVERSITY MURDOCHINSTITUTE.WA.EDU.AU
WELCOME
CONTENTS
4 Murdoch Institute of Technology
6 Murdoch University
8 Our Campus
10 Living in Perth
12 Your Pathway to Success
PROGRAMS
14 Murdoch University
Preparation Course
16 Murdoch University Preparation
Course Curriculum
18 Murdoch University Preparation
Course Unit Descriptions
20 Diploma of Business
At Murdoch Institute 22 Diploma of Communication &
Media Studies
of Technology (MIT) we 23 Diploma of Information &
take pride in offering Communication Technology
our students the very 25 Diploma Curriculum
26 Diploma Unit Descriptions
best guidance and
28 General English
support. Our dedicated Learning is a wonderful privilege Murdoch Institute of Technology
and a highly rewarding endeavour will provide you with the academic 29 English for Academic Purposes
team is here to help that will open new opportunities and foundations required for undergraduate
you throughout your change your life for the better. studies at Murdoch University and LIFE AT MIT
alternative entry to a range of Murdoch 30 Student Life
studies, to ensure At Murdoch University you are supported
as you choose the best way for you University bachelor degrees.
31 Our Location
peace of mind and a to make your mark – to discover, Located on the Murdoch University
challenge and solve. You will leave campus, the highly supportive and 32 Accommodation
learning experience your studies with job-ready skills and structured yet academically challenging
that is both successful benefit from a strategic, well-rounded environment at Murdoch Institute of IMPORTANT INFORMATION
and relevant education – the result of Technology will give you every opportunity 35 Academic Calendar
and enjoyable. high quality teaching, leading edge to thrive in your chosen course.
36 International Fees &
research and strong industry links. With our support and your dedication, Entry Requirements
Murdoch University is a place you will be well on your way to realising
38 Domestic Fees &
where people from all over the your study and career goals.
Entry Requirements
world come together to make their
mark and to make a difference. 39 Application Form
We look forward to welcoming 41 Terms & Conditions
you to Murdoch University.
Murdoch Institute of Technology reserves the right
to alter, amend or delete information relating
to programs and student services without prior
notice. Murdoch Institute of Technology assumes
no responsibility for the accuracy of information
provided by third parties. Dates listed for 2018
are indicative and may be subject to change in
Professor Eeva Leinonen Kelly Pattison line with the University calendar. Information was
Vice Chancellor College Director correct at time of printing (November 2017). V1.0.
Murdoch University Murdoch Institute of Technology
STUDY ON
CAMPUS
MURDOCH
GUARANTEED
PATHWAY
(based on successful
completion)
INSTITUTE
OF
UNIVERSITY
MAINTAINED
SYLLABUS
TECHNOLOGY PREPARATION
FOR UNIVERSITY
Murdoch Institute of Technology (MIT) FLEXIBLE
provides domestic and international students STUDY OPTIONS
with direct pathways to undergraduate study
at Murdoch University. You will experience INDIVIDUAL
university life within a highly supportive yet ATTENTION
academically challenging learning environment.
STUDY ON CAMPUS UNIVERSITY SYLLABUS PREPARATION ACADEMIC SUPPORT PERSONAL SUPPORT PACKAGED
Experience university life right from the MIT courses have been designed in ORIENTED LEARNING Study in a highly supportive, structured Caring and confidential advice is available ENROLMENTS
start, with all lessons held at Murdoch collaboration with Murdoch University Lectures are supported by workshops, and academically challenging to you on matters such as coping with MIT together with Murdoch University
University’s Perth campus. As the only academic staff and taken from the tutorials and seminars which involve environment. As a student you will have study pressures, sudden illness or offers packaged enrolments for
college on campus, you will have access to current University syllabus to ensure group discussions. You will be assessed access to a range of support services personal concerns. Students may be international students to assist in
a range of the University’s academic and the best possible preparation for through course work, group projects designed to help you to achieve your referred to qualified practitioners where meeting the University’s academic
recreational facilities at an easy transition into either first and individual examinations, which will goals. Additional learning opportunities, appropriate. and English entry requirements.
one of Australia’s largest campuses. or second year of undergraduate help you to adapt to the delivery and direction and assistance is provided We can also help you to understand what Successful international students
study at Murdoch University. assessment methods you can expect through: is required from you as a student and are guaranteed direct entry into
DIRECT ENTRY to experience at university. Importance §§ free Academic Skills workshops and provide you with guidance to ensure your Murdoch University without having to
PATHWAYS FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE is also placed on your personal study free English Language workshops MIT experience is a successful one. reapply. Domestic students receive
techniques to encourage development §§ one to one academic support from MIT’s assistance from MIT staff with their
Murdoch Institute of Technology offers Enjoy flexibility while you study. MIT
of effective time management,
a variety of programs and pathways offers multiple start dates and course
research and note-taking skills.
dedicated Student Support Officer
§§ guidance on program and unit selection
INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION enrolment to Murdoch University.
from Year 11 or 12 (or the international lengths depending on your academic We’re proud of our experienced and
equivalent) to suit your individual level, availability and your selected §§ one to one consultation time with
qualified academics. You will benefit NATIONAL
academic needs and career goals. degree you wish to study at Murdoch CULTURALLY DIVERSE teachers when needed
immensely from the smaller class sizes ACCREDITATION
University. With three intake dates per Our MIT students come from culturally §§ advice on locating subject-specific
Pathways to further study exist from at MIT; an average class of 15 (maximum Our Diploma programs are nationally
year (February, June and October) and and linguistically diverse backgrounds, tutors for private subject tutoring
the Murdoch University Preparation of 25) students compared to a lecture hall accredited by the Tertiary Education
multi-track (fast track / slow track options with students enrolled from over 40 §§ access to MIT’s Student Learning Centre. of hundreds means you will receive the
Course into the first year and from Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
available in the MUPC program) you can different countries, meaning you will individual attention and focused support
Diploma Courses into the second and are Australian Qualification
complete relevant courses in different have the opportunity to study with needed as you prepare to integrate into
year of your related undergraduate Framework (AQF) recognised. Our English
time frames to suit your needs, with the students from around the globe. your mainstream tertiary studies.
degree at Murdoch University. language programs are endorsed by the
option to choose from a wide variety of
National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS).
Bachelor degrees at Murdoch University.
4 5
$2.5 MILLION WHY MURDOCH HELP WITH
WORTH OF UNIVERSITY? YOUR CAREER
Studying at Murdoch University isn’t just Our Careers and Employment Centre
MURDOCH
about learning in your chosen field. You’ll can help with your CV, work experience
AWARDED EACH YEAR explore new ways of thinking, discover placements and interview coaching
different perspectives and make a by providing mentoring programs, an
difference by applying cutting-edge theory extensive resource library and an online
with real-world experiences to ensure job register.
you’re ready for a successful career. We’re
UNIVERSITY
passionate about what we do and we’re
OUR MURDOCH
#1
EMPLOYMENT
MEDIAN
here to help you gain the skills, knowledge
and life experience you need to achieve
your goals.
COMMUNITY
Making friends, exploring new interests
and having fun are all a huge part of your
SALARY IN WA IN A There are many reasons why Murdoch
uni experience. At Murdoch you’ll have
NUMBER OF COURSES1 University is the perfect place for you.
the chance to join our student clubs and
Guild, be part of a range of uni events,
Murdoch University is home to a community of WORLD-CLASS become a volunteer or spend your free
over 23,000 students including 2,000 international FACILITIES time at our Sports and Recreation Centre.
A Murdoch education means access to a
students from over 120 countries studying ONE OF range of unique courses and real-world LEADING ACADEMICS
together in Perth. The University brings together AUSTRALIA’S facilities. Our state-of-the-art facilities
LARGEST
Our teaching staff have won awards,
include an operating veterinary clinic,
cutting edge scholarship and real-world practice CAMPUSES nationally renowned engineering pilot
published books and achieved some
amazing accomplishments – but most
to provide you with the skills and knowledge (227 HECTARES) plant, fully-equipped TV and radio studios,
importantly they’re committed to helping
practising chiropractic clinic, sports
you learn. More than 73 per cent of
needed for successful professional careers. science performance labs and our world-
Murdoch staff hold a doctorate degree, so
class law moot court. You’ll also have
you can be supported by top academics
24 hour access to computer labs and our
from around the globe, benefiting from
Library Learning Common.
their experience, knowledge and networks
of contacts to help you launch your career.
HIGHEST OVERALL INDUSTRY RELEVANT
QUALITY We work closely with industry, businesses,
the community and the government across
WIDE RANGE OF
COURSES
RATINGOF
ANY
UNIVERSITY IN WA FOR
a range of exciting projects and initiatives,
providing you with opportunities to apply
your theory in a practical environment.
We have a variety of courses offering
undergraduate majors in Arts, Business,
ENGINEERING2 Through work-integrated learning,
practicum placements, hands-on projects
Education, Engineering, Law, Nursing
and Science. Our flexible course
and internship experiences, you will learn structure gives you the opportunity to
exactly how to meet industry demands. combine different majors to maximise
your qualifications, allowing you to
create a unique degree for broader
GLOBALLY CONNECTED career opportunities.
Murdoch University's score for
BY THE GOOD UNIS GUIDE FOR
STUDENT-STAFF International outlook in the Times Higher
WORLD-CLASS
RATIOS
Education's world University ranking for
2
2017 is within the top 60 in the world, RESEARCH
illustrating our culturally diverse staff and We are one of the leading research
student community. With campuses in universities in Australia, with 87% of
Perth, Singapore and Dubai, we proudly our research being assessed as world
support more than 23,000 students from standard and higher. As a member of
120 different countries. the Innovative Research Universities
TOP
group we collaborate with a number of
distinguished Australian universities
60
to conduct research of national and
international standing (ERA, 2016).
1 Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Engineering and Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences, Languages, Nursing,
IN INTERNATIONAL Psychology, Veterinary Science. Good Universities Guide 2018..
2 Good Universities Guide 2018.
OUTLOOK3 3 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
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Find out more about Murdoch University’s
South Street campus by attending an open day
or take an online tour at www.murdoch.edu.au
OUR
CAMPUS
FACILITIES AMENITIES
1 MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 12 ENGINEERING TUDENT GUILD SHOP AND
S
CAMPUS BOOKSHOP
2 EDUCATION AND HUMANITIES 13 SCIENCE AND COMPUTING
3 MURDOCH UNIVERSITY VILLAGE 14 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES WIDE RANGE OF FOOD AND
A
Living on campus offers you the opportunity DRINK RETAILERS
15 VETERINARY BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
to make the most of the MIT study experience
with easy access to classes and the University 16 VETERINARY CLINICAL SCIENCES MULTI-FAITH WORSHIP CENTRE
facilities available.
17 NURSING SIMULATION SUITES
ANKING FACILITIES FOR BANKWEST,
B
4 SPORTS CENTRE
18 CLINIC PADDOCKS UNICREDIT AND ANZ
The Sports and Recreation Centre provides
facilities for basketball, volleyball, netball, 19 ANIMAL HOUSE PADDOCKS
badminton, soccer and squash. A fully MURDOCH GUILD TAVERN
COMPUTER ACCESS
equipped gymnasium is also available.
Computers in the Learning Common are
Murdoch University’s Perth campus lies just 15km 5 SOCIAL SCIENCES available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
There are also a number of other computer
HEALTH CENTRE
south of Perth’s CBD. It covers 227 hectares, 6 AMENITIES BUILDING
The Amenities Building is home to the
laboratories located on campus for student use.
making it one of Australia’s largest campuses. Student Guild, Kulbardi, the Chiropractic SECURITY ON CAMPUS
Clinic and tutorial rooms. The Murdoch University Security Services team
are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
7 HEALTH RESEARCH CENTRE Services include patrols of the campus and
escort services. Emergency telephone call
PARKING MURDOCH SPORTS LIBRARY COMPUTER 8 LIBRARY
INSTITUTE OF CENTRE ACCESS points are situated across campus.
The Murdoch University library has a huge range
TECHNOLOGY of books and journals (print and electronic),
catalogues, articles, DVDs and more, with
qualified library staff on duty providing help
whenever needed.
9 ECONOMICS, COMMERCE AND LAW
10 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
SPORTS SOCCER
COURTS PITCH 11 PHYSICAL SCIENCES
4
6 CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC
10 12
BUSH
COURT 17
1 5 11 13
2
8
14
15
9 4 SPORTS CENTRE
10
0M
BANKSIA
COURT
16 ANIMAL CLINIC
20
3 6 19
16
0M
7
30
0M
40
0M
50
CHELODINA 8 LIBRARY
0M
RESERVE
8 9
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Find out more about studying in
PERTH
Perth at www.studyperth.com.au
LIVING IN
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
24.7 C AVERAGE SUMMER
○
TEMPERATURES 1
12 C AVERAGE WINTER
○
TEMPERATURES 1
SUNNY
WARM SUMMERS
MILD WINTERS
WHITE SAND CONVENIENT
FEATURES BEACHES
OF PERTH
DIVERSE FOOD
FREE BUSES IN CBD
Students also
receive 40%
BEAUTIFUL NATURE discount for
A cosmopolitan city with a population of approximately CULTURE
other transport
2 million people, Perth is located on the bank of the
Swan River in Western Australia.
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Consistently ranked as one of the top ten most livable cities in Perth combines its lively urban charm of bustling
NIGHTLIFE
the world, Perth is a youthful and diverse city with one third of
its students from overseas. With 3000 hours of sunshine a year,
shops, restaurants and bars with spectacular outdoor
spaces including King’s Park and the Botanic Gardens,
TH MOST
SHOPPING
LIVABLE
CITY
more than any other Australian capital city, you’ll enjoy warm one of the worlds largest inner city parks and endless DIVING
summers and short, mild winters. coastline of white sand beaches, meaning there is
plenty to do when its time for a break from study.
IN
THE WORLD2
2.04
Population
COST OF LIVING
Typical budget for an Australian MILLION3
student living out of home in Perth:
COST PER WEEK EXPENSE
Direct flights to Perth from From $165 Rent*
based on single room
these major cities:
1/3
Sydney (4.5 hours) From $80 Food
Melbourne (4 hours)
From $15
Public transport
Bali (3.5 hours) Perth students are
Bangkok (7 hours) From $10 Phone INTERNATIONAL4
Singapore (5.5 hours)
Jakarta (4 hours)
From $5
Internet
Perth
Sydney Kuala Lumpur (5.5 hours)
From $80 Entertainment
Hong Kong (8 hours)
TOTAL
Melbourne Guangzhou (8 hours) 1
Reference www.bom.gov.au
Dubai (13.75 hours) From $355 ($18,460 annually) 2
Economist Intelligence Unit -
Global Liveability Ranking 2016.
3
Australian Bureau of Statistics 2016.
10 * www.studyperth.com.au/live-perth/living-expenses 4
studentcities.com.au
YOUR
PATHWAY TO
Our academically challenging yet supportive environment inspires
and empowers you to do your best. With entry options to suit
every student entering from Australian Year 11 or 12 or the
international equivalent, Murdoch Institute of Technology acts
as the bridge to further tertiary study at Murdoch University.
SUCCESS
POSTGRADUATE
EAP 2
EAP 2
Students also need to satisfy
GENERAL
IELTS 6.0-7.0 ▸
Year 11/12 or
ENGLISH FOR EAP 1 academic entry requirements
ENGLISH ACADEMIC
international
equivalent ▸
YEAR 1
Mature age ▸ PURPOSES MURDOCH 50%+
UNDERGRADUATE
UNIVERSITY
pass in
Elementary IELTS 5.5 ▸ all units**
Most popular degrees and majors include: Animal Science, Biomedical Science, Business,
Pre-intermediate Year 11/12 or
international
Year 11/12 or PREPARATION Chiropractic Science, Computer Science, Education, Engineering, Hospitality and Tourism
Intermediate equivalent ▸
international
equivalent ▸ COURSE Management, Law, Nursing, Strategic Communication and Psychology
Mature age ▸
YEAR 2
EAP 1
DIPLOMA 50%+ UNDERGRADUATE
pass in
YEAR 3+
all units
Diploma of Business Bachelor of Business
IELTS 5.5 ▸
§§ Accounting §§ Human Resources CAREER
Year 12 or §§ Banking Management
international Upon graduation you may choose to
Diploma of Information §§ Business Law §§ International Business
equivalent ▸ follow one of the many career paths
and Communication §§ Economics* §§ Management
available to you. The list below provides
ATAR 50+ ▸ Technology §§ Finance §§ Marketing an example of the employment industries
§§ Hospitality and Tourism and graduate career sectors in which
Mature age ▸
Diploma of
50%+ Management you will be able to apply your new skills,
pass in
Communication and all units confidence and knowledge.
Media Studies Bachelor of Science
§§ Accounting §§ Information
§§ Business Information §§ Games Technology §§ Business Technology
Systems §§ Internetworking and §§ Chiropractic §§ Law
§§ Computer Science Network Security* Science §§ Marketing
§§ Cyber Forensics and §§ Mobile and Web §§ Communications §§ Media
Information Security* Application Development
§§ Conservation §§ Production
50%+ §§ Games Software Design
pass in §§ Digital Security §§ Public Relations
all units and Production
§§ Government §§ Retail
Bachelor of Arts §§ International Aid §§ Hospitality §§ Tourism
* Major requiring addtional units to be taken at §§ Tourism and Events* and Development
Murdoch University.
§§ Information
** Majors such as Law (78%) and Chiropractic Science Security
(65%) require an increased average for progression. Bachelor of Communication
§§ Global Media and §§ Journalism
13
Communication §§ Strategic Communication
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY STUDY PLANNER
PREPARATION COURSE
MIT offers flexible study paths, with a number of multiple start dates and course lengths to choose
from, depending on your academic level, availability and degree destination at Murdoch University.
MUPC INTO MURDOCH UNIVERSITY SEMESTER 1
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2 TRIMESTER 3 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
February June October February July
MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
The Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) prepares you
for successful transition to degree-level study, providing a pathway MUPC 6
Option 1
2 UNITS 2 UNITS 2 UNITS
YEAR 1 YEAR 1
to the first year of study of a bachelor degree at Murdoch University.
Option 2
3 UNITS 3 UNITS
You can choose a program and intake according to your individual
needs, academic advancement and unique career aspirations. MUPC 4 2 UNITS 2 UNITS YEAR 1 YEAR 1
MUPC 3 3 UNITS YEAR 1 YEAR 1
WHY STUDY A MURDOCH UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSE?
§§ Successful completion of the Murdoch University Preparation §§ Articulation available to all undergraduate degrees at MUPC INTO MURDOCH UNIVERSITY SEMESTER 2
Course (MUPC) will provide you with direct entry into first year Murdoch University, with the exception of a Bachelor of TRIMESTER 2 TRIMESTER 3 TRIMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
of your chosen Bachelor degree at Murdoch University. Veterinary Science, which can be accessed through a June October February July
§§ You will receive individual guidance and support to achieve Bachelor of Animal Science. MURDOCH
MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
your personal and academic goals. §§ Options are available to fast track the MUPC and complete it in UNIVERSITY
§§ There are three MUPC programs to suit your individual one trimester or take more time and complete over two or three
MUPC 6
Option 1
requirements and abilities. trimesters. 2 UNITS 2 UNITS 2 UNITS
§§ Flexibility to begin your studies at any one of the three different YEAR 1
§§ Experience life on campus while studying at Murdoch
Option 2
University’s South Street campus. intake dates every year (February, June and October). 3 UNITS 3 UNITS
MUPC 4 2 UNITS 2 UNITS YEAR 1
MUPC 3 3 UNITS YEAR 1
PROGRAM OPTIONS PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Murdoch Institute of Technology offers three Murdoch University You will study up to six units, depending on the necessary
Preparation Course options. The appropriate program for you will
depend on your academic qualifications, English proficiency and
MUPC and their chosen bachelor degree at Murdoch University.
Please refer to page 16 for further information and unit
STRUCTURE
preferred Bachelor’s degree at Murdoch University. recommendations. You will study a number of core and elective units, aligned with your selected MUPC, to the required standard
MUPC 6 MUPC 4 MUPC 3
in order to progress to your chosen degree at Murdoch University (as illustrated below).
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSE 6 (MUPC 6)
Program length 2-3 trimesters 2 trimesters 1 trimester
The MUPC 6 program includes six units, which may be completed (15 weeks per (15 weeks per (15 weeks per
over two or three trimesters. This course is for students who have trimester) trimester) trimester)
successfully completed Year 11 or the international equivalent Intake dates 2018 Feb 19, Jun 18, Oct 15
and meet the necessary English entry requirements.
MUPC 6 MUPC 4 MUPC 3
2019 Feb 18, Jun 17, Oct 14
6 Units 4 Units 3 Units
English entry IELTS 5.5 overall (no band less than 5.0), or 2 core units 2 core units 1 core unit
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSE 4 (MUPC 4) requirements equivalent. +4 elective units +2 elective units +2 elective units
The MUPC 4 program is comprised of four units, which may Academic entry Australian Year 11 or equivalent (See academic entry
be completed over two trimesters. It is for students who have requirements requirements on page 36-38)
finished Year 12, with no ATAR subjects. Tutorial size Average 15, maximum 25
Study load 9 hours per unit per week plus workshops
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSE 3 (MUPC 3) Minimum age
PATHWAY
16 years
The MUPC 3 program is an accelerated course made up of three MURDOCH INSTITUTE MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
units, which may be completed over one trimester. It is for students OF TECHNOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE
who have successfully completed Year 12 or the international Successful completion of the
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY POSTGRADUATE
equivalent and meet the necessary English entry requirements. Murdoch University Preparation YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3+
PREPARATION COURSE
Course allows you to progress
CAREER
into the first year of your
selected undergraduate degree
at Murdoch University. DIPLOMA
14 15
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY MURDOCH UNIVERSITY MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
PREPARATION COURSE CURRICULUM
ENGINEERING
Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering 4 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Mathematics and Statistics II†,
(Honours) Information Technology I, Chemistry†, Physics†
Electrical Power Engineering (Honours) 4 Mathematics and Statistics I
You will study a number of units, determined by your chosen course. MIT staff can provide guidance on the appropriate units for Environmental Engineering (Honours) 4
your individual study goals and degree destinations or you may choose to select your own subject stream of interest. Industrial Computer Systems 4
Engineering (Honours)
Instrumentation and Control Engineering 4
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (Honours)
Recommended Units (core and electives) Renewable Energy Engineering 4
Bachelors Degree Required progression (Honours)
(First year entry) Years Intakes Score from MUPC Intakes Core Units Elective Units
LAWS
ARTS Laws (LLB) (Honours) 4 Feb, Jul 78% + Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Introductory Law
History 3 Feb 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Marketing, Management, Laws + Arts (Combined) 5 Information Technology I,
Philosophy 3 Information Technology I Economics, Introductory Law, Communications II Language for Study
Indonesian 3 Feb 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Communications II Laws + Business (Combined) 5 Feb, Jul 78% Communications I, See Recommended Units associated with specific
Laws + Criminology (Combined) 5 Information Technology I, Behaviour destinations.
Japanese 3
Language for Study,
Theatre and Drama 3 Mathematics and Statistics I
English and Creative Writing 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Marketing, Management,
NURSING*
Introductory Law, Communications II
Nursing 3 Feb 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Chemistry,
Global Politics and Policy 3 Language for Study, Management, Economics,
Information Technology I, Human Biology
Introductory Law, Communications II
Mathematics and Statistics I
Psychology 3 Language for Study, Human Biology,
Communications II SCIENCE
Sociology 3 Language for Study, Management, Economics, Animal Health 3 Feb 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Mathematics and Statistics II†,
Introductory Law, Communications II Animal Science 3 Information Technology I, Chemistry†, Physics†, Human Biology
Mathematics and Statistics I
Tourism and Events 3 Language for Study, Marketing, Management, Biological Sciences 3 Feb, Jul
Communications II Biomedical Science 3
International Aid and Development 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Accounting, Marketing, Chiropractic Science + 5 Feb 65%
Information Technology I, Management, Economics, Introductory Law, Clinical Chiropractic
Mathematics and Statistics I Communications II Molecular Biology 3 Feb, Jul 50%
Community Development 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Marketing, Management, Economics, Introductory Chemistry 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Mathematics and Statistics II†,
Law, Communications II Chemistry†, Physics†
Engineering Technology 3 Feb
Security, Terrorism and 3 Management, Economics, Introductory Law,
Mineral Science 3
Counterterrorism Studies Communications II
Physics and Nanotechnology 3
Sustainable Development 3 Management, Economics, Introductory Law,
Communications II Business Information Systems 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Mathematics and Statistics II†
BUSINESS Computer Science 3
Accounting 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Accounting, Marketing, Cyber Forensics and Information Security 3
Banking 3 Information Technology I, Management, Economics, Introductory Law Games Software Design and Production 3
Mathematics and Statistics I Games Technology 3
Business Law 3
Economics 3 Internetworking and Network Security 3
Mobile and Web Application 3
Finance 3
Development
International Business 3
Clinical Laboratory Science 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Mathematics and Statistics II†,
Management 3 Chemistry†, Human Biology
Crop and Pasture Science 3
Marketing 3
Environmental Management and 3
Hospitality and Tourism Management 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Accounting, Marketing, Sustainability
Information Technology I, Management, Economics, Introductory Law,
Human Resources Management 3 Environmental Science 3
Mathematics and Statistics I Communications II
Laboratory Medicine 1^
CREATIVE MEDIA Marine Biology 3 Feb
Games Art and Design 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Accounting, Marketing,
Marine Science 3 Feb, Jul
Information Technology I, Management, Economics, Introductory Law,
Mathematics and Statistics I Communications II Conservation and Wildlife Biology 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Chemistry†, Human Biology
Graphic Design 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Communications II Forensic Biology and Toxicology 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Language for Study, Chemistry†, Physics†,
Sport and Excercise Science 3 Feb Human Biology
Sound 3
Photography 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Communications II Sport and Health Science 3 Feb, Jul
Screen Production 3 Information Technology I Mathematics and Statistics 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Mathematics and Statistics II†
Psychology 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I,
CRIMINOLOGY Information Technology
Crime Science 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Human Biology, I, Language for Study,
Criminal Behaviour 3 Information Technology I, Communications II, Introductory to Law Human Biology,
Mathematics and Statistics I Communications II
Legal Studies 3
Veterinary Science 5 Feb Transfer available from Animal Science based on academic results and other selection criteria.
COMMUNICATION
Strategic Communication 3 Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications I, Language for Study, Marketing, Management,
* International students need to meet specific English requirements for these majors.
Journalism 3 Information Technology I Economics, Introductory Law, Communications II † Students who receive 50% or above in Mathematics and Statistics II, Chemistry and Physics may be eligible for preclusion from some first year units at Murdoch University.
^ After completing the Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science plus a second major in Biomedical Science, Molecular Biology or Forensic Biology and Toxicology.
Global Media and Communication 3
Mathematics and Statistics I is a prerequisite for some degree destinations and must precede Mathematics and Statistics II. Please contact MIT for more information.
EDUCATION* Please note that some elective units may not be offered every trimester. Recommended subjects will vary by degree destination.
Early Childhood and Primary Teaching 4 Feb 50% Feb, Jun, Oct Communications 1, Unit selection is dependent on teaching
Primary Teaching 4 Information Technology 1, specialisation. Please consult MIT staff.
Mathematics and Statistics I
Primary, 1-10 Health and Physical 4
Education
Secondary Teaching + Arts 5
Secondary Teaching + Science 5
16 17
MURDOCH UNIVERSITY PREPARATION COURSE Jieye (Geri)
UNIT DESCRIPTIONS Liu
China
MUPC pathway to B. Science in
Animal Science
Each unit of study builds concepts from an introductory
level through to University entrance level, bridging gaps
in subject knowledge and learning techniques.
Studying at MIT has given
CORE UNITS ELECTIVE UNITS Introductory Law PLAW1
Legal obligations, risks and
me the skills and confidence
Communications I PCOM1 Accounting PACF1 responsibilities facing both employers to complete my assignments
Oral and written skills required to Understand the financial operations and employees in a range of fields and write well academically.
communicate effectively in further of different forms of business and industries. It will also address
studies. Includes researching, organisations and non-trading some of the personal rights and Murdoch has a reputation as
analysing, organising and presenting enterprises. Develop skills and responsibilities, from a legal perspective, one of the best Vet schools
information using the most efficient knowledge in processing financial data, of individuals in Australia.
communication processes. producing and analysing reports. Language for Study PLAN1
in Australia, with the degree
Information Technology I PICT1 Chemistry PCHM1 This unit is designed to give students recognised internationally,
Develop competencies which will Physical and chemical properties increased ability and confidence
in the English language skills
and there is even an animal
give the flexibility to explore and of substances, the nature of matter
use software packages to meet and a study of chemical reactions required for University study. farm on campus. When I
study and career demands. and processes. Overview of Management PMAM1
chemical science and its impact on
graduate, I plan to work in a
Mathematics and Statistics I PMAS1 Roles of management within various
Includes the foundations of algebra,
society and the environment. types of businesses in Australia and small practice or a pet clinic
calculus and statistics (basic level Communications II PCOM2 the wider trading community. Provides as a Veterinary Scientist.”
mathematical skills). Prerequisite for the An analysis of media communication an overview of the influencing factors
Mathematics and Statistics II Elective. including construction and meaning in to be considered by managers.
language systems and complex media Marketing PMAR1
technologies; an awareness of the Roles of marketing within various types
political, social, economic, historical and of businesses in Australia and the wider
technological implications of the media. trading community. Provides an overview
Economics PECO1 of the marketing mix and the influencing
The economic framework in which factors to be considered by marketers.
societies operate. Introduction to Mathematics and Statistics II PMAS2
the concepts of Market Forms, the Builds on the algebra and statistics
application of economic principles components of mathematics and
to manufacturing firms and an statistics I, and introduces vector
introduction to broad macroeconomic geometry and trigonometry. Provides
concepts and their applications. sound preparation for students
Human Biology PHBT1 intending to pursue tertiary studies.
Biological evolution of humans, the Physics PPHY1
human life cycle, the structure, processes Matter and energy and their interactions
and function of the human body including – includes basic principles of physics and
cellular respiration, synthesis and growth. their applications to the technologies
on which modern society depends.
Involves practical investigations, tasks
incorporating logical and analytical
thinking and the communication of
scientific information and ideas.
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DIPLOMA OF Marvelous
BUSINESS
Chatikobo
Zimbabwe
Diploma of Business
pathway to B. Business
(Accounting) / B. Laws
Designed to give you a comprehensive
introduction to the business world, THE FACTS
this diploma program provides a direct Program length 2-3 trimesters
(15 weeks per trimester)
pathway into the second year of a range Unit options Please refer to the
MIT is the ideal
of Murdoch University degrees. curriculum on page 25 environment for a
Hours of tuition 4 hours per unit per week
smooth transition into
Entry requirements
The Diploma of Business is designed for The Diploma of Business incorporates See pages 36-38 for more
information university with all the
those of you interested in a Bachelor of the study of business as a process,
Business at Murdoch University, with a its organisational context and the Tutorial size Average 15, support and guidance
choice of major in the following: environment in which it operates. You maximum 25
necessary for success.
§§ Accounting will develop the basic knowledge and Minimum age 17 years
§§ Banking skills to enable you to work successfully I learnt a lot and
Intake dates 2018 Feb 19, Jun 18, Oct 15
in a variety of business settings across
§§ Business Law
a wide range of business functions. 2019 Feb 18, Jun 17, Oct 14 really improved my
§§ Economics*
Individual guidance on unit selection ** Eligible domestic students who satisfy citizenship interpersonal skills,
§§ Finance and residency requirements may apply for FEE-HELP.
§§ Hospitality and Tourism Management
will ensure your completed MIT diploma Go to www.studyassist.gov.au for more information. critical thinking and
meets the core unit requirements of your
§§ Human Resources Management intended major(s) at Murdoch University. academic writing skills.”
§§ International Business
§§ Management
§§ Marketing
* Majors requiring additional units to be taken at
Murdoch University.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES STRUCTURE
§§ Financial Representative These are just an example of the many
§§ Marketing Manager different careers that might be available
§§ Supply Chain Analyst to students who graduate from a related
§§ Hotel Manager degree at Murdoch University.
8 Units
§§ Economist 6 core units
§§ Accountant +2 elective units
PATHWAY MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
MURDOCH INSTITUTE
Successful completion of the OF TECHNOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE
Diploma of Business allows you
POSTGRADUATE CAREER
to progress into the second year DIPLOMA YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3+
of your selected undergraduate
degree at Murdoch University.
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DIPLOMA OF DIPLOMA OF
COMMUNICATION & INFORMATION &
COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
MEDIA STUDIES
Develop an understanding of how information THE FACTS
Ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in THE FACTS technology is embedded in society and explore Program length 2-3 trimesters
film, journalism or public relations, this diploma Program length 2-3 trimesters (15 weeks per trimester)
(15 weeks per trimester) its wide-ranging role both in its physical
provides a solid understanding of the theoretical Unit options Please refer to the
Unit options Please refer to the form and as a communication process. curriculum on page 25
and practical elements of communication. curriculum on page 25
Hours of tuition 4 hours per unit per week
Hours of tuition 4 hours per unit per week The Diploma of Information and This Diploma provides an introduction to Entry requirements See pages 36-38 for more
The Diploma of Communication and Media This Diploma will develop your Entry requirements See pages 36-38 for more Communication Technology is designed computer software, hardware, processes, information.
Studies is designed for those of you understanding of the basics of information. for those of you interested in studying a information systems and programming
Tutorial size Average 15,
interested in studying a Bachelor of Arts at communication, and the many social Bachelor of Science at Murdoch University, languages as they are being used today
Tutorial size Average 15, maximum 25
Murdoch University, with a choice of major impacts it has. Upon successful maximum 25 with a choice of major in the following: and developed for the future. The skills
in the following: completion of this Diploma program and knowledge gained throughout Minimum age 17 years
Minimum age 17 years
§§ Business Information Systems
§§ Global Media and Communication you will qualify for direct entry into the diploma can be applied in a huge Intake dates 2018 Feb 19, Jun 18, Oct 15
§§ Computer Science
§§ Graphic Design* the second year of a range of Murdoch Intake dates 2018 Feb 19, Jun 18, Oct 15 variety of sectors providing support, 2019 Feb 18, Jun 17, Oct 14
University Bachelor of Arts degrees. §§ Cyber Forensics and Information
§§ Journalism 2019 Feb 18, Jun 17, Oct 14 direction and inspiration to both small
Security* ** Eligible domestic students who satisfy citizenship
and large organisations. Upon successful
§§ Screen Production* ** Eligible domestic students who satisfy citizenship §§ Games Software Design and Production and residency requirements may apply for FEE-HELP.
and residency requirements may apply for FEE-HELP. completion of this diploma program you Go to www.studyassist.gov.au for more information.
§§ Strategic Communication* §§ Games Technology
Go to www.studyassist.gov.au for more information. will qualify for direct entry into the second
§§ Tourism and Events* §§ Internetworking and Network Security* year of a range of Murdoch University
* Majors requiring additional units to be taken at
Murdoch University. §§ Mobile and Web Application Bachelor of Science degrees.
Development
* Majors requiring additional units to be taken at
Murdoch University.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES STRUCTURE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES STRUCTURE
§§ Fundrasier or Event Manager These are just an example of the many §§ Business Analyst These are just an example of the many
§§ Advertising Account Manager different careers that might be available §§ Systems or Security Analyst different careers that might be available
to students who graduate from a related §§ IT Security Manager to students who graduate from a related
§§ Public Relations Consultant
degree at Murdoch University. §§ Game Programmer degree at Murdoch University.
§§ TV or Radio Program Manager
8 Units 8 Units
§§ Media Planner or Buyer 6 core units
§§ Web Designer 6 core units
§§ Corporate Communications Manager +2 elective units +2 elective units
PATHWAY PATHWAY MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
MURDOCH INSTITUTE
MURDOCH INSTITUTE MURDOCH UNIVERSITY
Successful completion of the OF TECHNOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE
Successful completion of the Diploma OF TECHNOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE Diploma of Information and
of Communication and Media Studies POSTGRADUATE CAREER
POSTGRADUATE CAREER Communication Technology allows DIPLOMA YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3+
allows you to progress into the second DIPLOMA YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3+
you to progress into the second
year of your selected undergraduate
year of your selected undergraduate
degree at Murdoch University.
degree at Murdoch University.
22 23STUDY PATHWAY DIPLOMA CURRICULUM
There are a number of flexible pathways to study at Murdoch University, with multiple start dates and
course lengths to choose from based on your availability and prior learning. You will study and pass eight units over two or three trimesters. Successful completion
of the required units will ensure you receive a recognised diploma qualification as well as
direct entry into the second year of your selected degree at Murdoch University.
TRIMESTER 1 TRIMESTER 2 TRIMESTER 3 SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
February: 15 weeks June: 15 weeks October: 15 weeks February July
MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MURDOCH UNIVERSITY MURDOCH UNIVERSITY MURDOCH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Required Recommended Units (core and electives)
OPTION 1 3 UNITS 3 UNITS 2 UNITS YEAR 2 YEAR 2 progression Score
Bachelors Degree (Second year entry)† Intakes from Diploma Intakes Core Units Elective Units
OPTION 2 4 UNITS 4 UNITS YEAR 2 YEAR 2
ARTS
English and Creative Writing* Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Academic Learning Skills, Introduction to Media, Contemporary
History* Jun, Oct Introduction to Communication, Culture
OPTION 3 3 UNITS 3 UNITS 2 UNITS YEAR 2 Introduction to Digital
Philosophy* Media Skills, Introduction to
Sociology* Journalism, Introduction to
OPTION 4 4 UNITS 4 UNITS YEAR 2 Sustainable Development* Public Relations, Ideas and
Identity
Theatre and Drama*
Tourism and Events*
International Aid and Development*
Global Politics and Policy*
Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism
Studies*
CREATIVE MEDIA
Graphic Design* Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Academic Learning Skills, Introduction to Media, Contemporary
Jun, Oct Introduction to Communication, Culture
Introduction to Digital
Screen Production*
Media Skills, Introduction to
Journalism, Introduction to
Public Relations, Ideas and
Identity
COMMUNICATION
Global Media and Communication Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Academic Learning Skills, Introduction to Media, Contemporary
Journalism Jun, Oct Introduction to Communication, Culture
Introduction to Digital
Strategic Communication* Media Skills, Introduction to
Journalism, Introduction to
Public Relations, Ideas and
Identity
BUSINESS
Aoi Accounting Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Academic Skills for Business,
Jun, Oct Foundations of Accounting,
Foundations of Business Law
Furuya
Business Law
Foundations of Economics,
Finance Foundations of Management
Human Resources Management and Governance, Foundations
Japan Management
Mathematics for Business,
Transforming Business
Banking Feb, Jul 50% Feb,
MUPC 6 pathway to Economics* Jun, Oct
B Sc. Chiropractic Hospitality and Tourism Management Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Foundations of Business Law,
Jun, Oct Introduction to Tourism Systems
International Business Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Foundations of Marketing,
Jun, Oct Understanding International Politics
Marketing Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Foundations of Marketing
Jun, Oct
SCIENCE
I chose MIT as I wanted Business Information Systems Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Academic Skills for Business, Introduction to Information Systems
Jun, Oct Foundations of Programming,
to enroll in B Sc. Computer Science Feb, Jul 50% Feb, Foundations of Discrete
Jun, Oct Mathematics, Foundations
Chiropractic at Murdoch Cyber Forensics and Information Security* of Data Communications,
Games Software Design and Production Foundations of Computer
University. When I Games Technology
Systems, Principals of Computer
Science
complete my course, I Internetworking and Network Security*
Mobile and Web Application Development
will get an international † With successful completion of all subjects.
licence of Chiropractic, * One or two additional units are required to complete first year. In most situations, these may be taken as general electives in second year, which will not require additional time to complete the degree.
so I will be able to work
anywhere in the world.”
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please visit handbook.murdoch.edu.au/units
DIPLOMA selected themes, such as violence or the Principles of Computer Science ICT167 students to the marketing organisation
UNIT DESCRIPTIONS
relationship between the individual and This unit is designed to develop the skills and planning process, marketing research
the community, students are introduced of problem-solving and program design and information gathering methods and
to the ideas and approaches central to the using an Object Oriented programming some of the analysis tools marketers use.
arts, social sciences and humanities, and language. Major topics: algorithm design; Introduction to Information
are invited to reflect on competing moral procedural abstractions; the use of Systems2 ICT158
and social arguments. Writing and critical libraries as collection of black-box code This unit provides a broad introductory
thinking skills are a core focus of the unit. modules; the concepts of pre- and post- understanding of information systems,
Introduction to Communication CMS100 conditions; strings, arrays, introduction
Units studied in the Diploma Programs are the same units This unit introduces students to the to object-oriented concepts including
viewed from organisational and societal
contexts, and provides students with a
studied by first year students at Murdoch University, preparing fundamental principles of communication. data abstraction, encapsulation, classes balance of technical and organisational
The unit covers perception and identity and object references, inheritance; perspectives to serve as the basis
you for an easy transition into second year of University. in communication, as well as the fields introduction to recursion; streams and file for further study in the discipline. It
of mass communication, professional, input and output; the definition and use of introduces business environments and
intercultural and cross-cultural common classes – lists, stack and queues. explores how technology is integrated into
CORE UNITS it introduces students to concepts
and practices necessary for a basic
linear transformations of the plane,
propositional and predicate logic,
communication. It also familiarises
students with the main approaches and
Transforming Business BBS150
The relationship between business and
business, government and community
systems. It also provides an introduction
Academic Learning Skills BAR100 understanding of business reports. mathematical induction, Boolean key concepts in Communication Studies. the wider community continues to change to decision making and systems theory,
This unit is for students enrolled in a The topics addressed in financial algebra and logic networks. Introduction to Digital Media Skills IDD129 in new and significant ways. This unit and considers the role of IT professionals
BA degree. It will help you make the accounting include the accounting Foundations of Economics BUS171 allows students to understand the purpose in solving organisational problems.
This unit introduces fundamental
transition to university culture and equation, cash vs accrual accounting, and nature of business activity and the
This unit provides a valuable foundation of digital media production concepts and Introduction to Media Studies CMS101
introduce you to the range of lifelong Australian Accounting Standards, factors that influence and constrain
how economies operate, how businesses processes, providing students with basic This unit introduces students to
learning skills beneficial for university and financial statement analysis. business behaviour and decisions, as
and individuals use economics in their skills in designing, capturing, editing foundational concepts and theories
and beyond. These include organisational Foundations of Computer Systems ICT170 decision making, and why governments and publishing a range of media for the well as the commonalities and differences relevant to the study of media. Media
as well as thinking, problem-solving and This unit introduces students to the implement certain economic policies. web. It also explores the theoretical across various regions and countries. is understood as a global discourse
communication skills. It will develop fundamentals of computer systems and These include policies on employment, consequences of digital production that is traditional and contemporary,
interpersonal skills that encourage you
to question, listen and act ethically;
how they underpin IT infrastructures
supporting enterprise processes.
inflation, the environment, interest
rates and the welfare of society. The
processes providing students with an
understanding of the methods and
ELECTIVES incorporating historical and new
perspectives. We explore the role media
tolerate ambiguity, embrace openness, Topics include digital logic, memory, unit also covers international issues issues of digital communication. Contemporary Culture CMS102 plays in shaping institutions, identities
curiosity and intellectual risk-taking. storage, processing paradigms, including international trade, foreign This unit introduces students to and legal and ethical positions.
Introduction to Journalism JOU104
Academic Skills for Business BBS100 operating systems, programming debt and the global economy. foundational concepts, theories and
This unit discusses the professional Introduction to Tourism Systems3 TOU101
This unit provides a range of generic languages, systems development, Foundations of Management approaches to the study of culture.
role of journalists and introduces This unit outlines the structure of the
learning skills specifically for Bachelor deployment and professional ethics. and Governance BUS176 It is premised on understanding the
students to the skills of news gathering tourism system and the multiplicity
of Business students. It aims to Students will acquire an understanding relationship between power, identity and
This unit offers an introduction to and reporting. Students will also be of sectors and industries within those
equip students with competency of a computer system’s functional the role of the media in the production
the discipline of management and introduced to a range of issues that systems, with a focus on events. Students
in communication skills in literacy, components, their characteristics, and dissemination of culture. We
governance. Workshops emphasise have a bearing on the professional are introduced to models of tourism,
numeracy, and information technology performance, interactions and use in IT. consider how culture and knowledge
generic skill development for report practice of journalism, including media the global and regional dimensions of
in the context of Business Studies, Foundations of Data research, writing, group work and law, ethics and the culture of news. are produced, communicated, mediated tourism and event developments. Tourism
including summarising academic papers, Communications ICT169 techniques that improve individual and how they construct ‘self-hood’. for sustainable development, policy
Introduction to Public Relations PRO107 We also discuss cultural expression in
essay writing, cogent argumentation, This unit provides an introduction to skill acquisition. Topics include and planning for tourism and events
referencing and information evaluation. This unit introduces the practice and everyday life and popular culture.
data communications. The architectures business ethics, governance, is also an important topic covered.
theory of public relations, including its
Foundational Mathematics of TCP/IP and OSI models are studied the contemporary workplace and Foundations of Business Law BSL165
history in Australia and internationally, Understanding International
for Business BUS130 and students completing the unit will be cross-cultural management. This unit introduces students to the
and the development of communication Politics4 POL161
This unit aims to show students how conversant with the devices, technology Foundations of Programming ICT159 Australian legal system, its operation
strategies and tactics for publics. It This unit aims to produce a critical
quantitative analysis facilitates personal and language of data-communications. and development, and to the principles
This unit introduces key aspects of allows students to begin to develop understanding of global affairs. This
and corporate financial decisions by Practical exercises with switches and of law applicable to core areas of
computer programming including an understanding of ethical issues, unit’s major assumption is that what
focusing on financial mathematics to routers will place the theory in context. business, such as contract law, tort
data storage and manipulation, and professional values, campaign we see as comprising ‘international
value debt and equity securities. The unit The unit covers significant portions of law and agency law. Students studying
problem solving using a high-level planning and writing techniques in politics’ is not determined exclusively
introduces techniques used to collect, the Cisco CCNA Certification curriculum. Business will usually find this unit an
programming language. Topics include: the field of public relations as a global by what is out there, but also by
calculate, and interpret information Foundations of Discrete algorithms and problem-solving; testing communications management profession. essential prerequisite to further studies. something in our own heads. It examines
used as the basis for pricing mortgage Mathematics MAS162 methodologies; fundamental aspects of Foundations of Marketing1 BUS183 various theoretical approaches and
loans, evaluating superannuation In this unit, students will learn to use a programming language including data This unit provides an appreciation explores issues such as globalisation,
performance and quantifying and the prominent mathematical computer types, input/output, simple selection of how marketing creates value for development, environmentalism,
selecting investment alternatives. package MATLAB to perform basic and iteration control structures, data business, society and customers. As the and the global economy.
Foundations of Accounting BUS170 mathematical procedures and to structures, and one-dimensional arrays. foundational Marketing unit, it introduces
This unit provides an introduction solve problems in the general area of Ideas and Identity BAR150
and broad overview of fundamental discrete mathematics. Topics include:
This unit explores the power of ideas
financial and management accounting recurrence relations, solving equations Some degree destinations will require you to take certain electives to complete your required year one course load, these include:
to change the world, focusing on their
concepts. The unit is suitable for anyone graphically and iteratively, computer 1. Foundations of Marketing must be undertaken for students who intend to enter year two Bachelor of Business in Marketing or International Business.
birth, transmission, evolution, and 2. Introduction to Information Systems must be undertaken for students who intend to enter year two Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems.
undertaking a commerce degree as arithmetic, basics of counting and
global impacts. Through the study of 3. Introduction to Tourism Systems must be undertaken for students who intend to enter year two Bachelor of Business in Hospitality and Tourism Management or Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Events.
discrete probability, matrices and 4. Understanding International Politics must be undertaken for students who intend to enter year two Bachelor of Business in International Business of Bachelor of Arts in Global Politics and Policy,
International Aid and Development and Security, or Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies.
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