BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Computer scientists, software engineers, programmers and other computing professionals are experts on how technology
works and how computing can address even the most complicated and intricate problems.

ABOUT THE DEGREE

This course provides coverage of aspects of modern computing ABOUT CURTIN UNIVERSITY
and computer networks. It covers fundamental programming and Curtin University is an innovative, global university, with campuses
security knowledge as well as specialises in network programming in Perth, Mauritius, Dubai, Singapore and Malaysia. We are known
and other aspects of distributed computing. The course uses for our high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and
Python as a tool for learning programming. Linux skills are taught commitment to preparing students for jobs of the future.
throughout the course and emphasis is placed on learning the
Curtin is ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in
basics before moving onto advanced topics. Graduates from
The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2020 and has
the course will have sound knowledge of computer systems and
received a five star rating in the QS Stars University Ranking 2019.
processes involved in software development and maintenance.
The university is ranked below 100 worldwide in the following
7 areas:
The aim of this course is to prepare students for the areas of
Mining and Mineral Engineering, Hospitality and Tourism
ICT found to be most in demand and for positions that are most
Management, Earth Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Nursing,
difficult to fill. Curtin works closely with industry partners to
Remote sensing and Education..
fine tune the course and provide work-based opportunities to
students.

Make tomorrow better. curtinmauritius.ac.mu

COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE STRUCTURE (24 UNITS)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE YEAR 1 Semester 1 UNIT CODE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Introduction to Software Engineering ISAD1000
Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM NPSC1003
Course entry requirements
Fundamentals of Programming COMP1005
• Mathematics is essential and calculus is desirable -
Fundamental concepts of data security ISEC2001
SC and HSC result to be assessed
YEAR 1 Semester 2 UNIT CODE
• Satisfy the minimum academic entry requirements Unix and C Programming COMP1000
Data Structures and Algorithms COMP1002
• Meet the minimum English competency level
Linear Algebra 1 MATH1015
Foundation Program Computer Systems COMP2000
Candidates who do not meet all entry requirements can enrol YEAR 2 Semester 1 UNIT CODE
in the Foundation Program in order to gain admission to the Operating Systems COMP2006
Bachelor degree Network Systems Design CNCO3001
Unix Systems Programming COMP2002
Duration
Computer Communications CNCO2000
The programme is run over three years (six semesters) YEAR 2 Semester 2 UNIT CODE
Database Systems ISYS1001
Intake
Computing Topics COMP2005
February and July
Select one elective unit
Application procedures Select one elective unit
YEAR 3 Semester 1 UNIT CODE
Candidates must complete the application form available at
Human Computer Interface ICTE3002
Curtin Mauritius Future Students Centre and must submit
relevant copies of the following documents: Capstone Computing Project 1 ISAD3000
Distributed Networks CNCO3000
• Copies of educational qualifications
Select one elective unit
• Two passport - size photographs YEAR 3 Semester 2 UNIT CODE
Capstone Computing Project 2 ISAD3001
• Copy of National Identity Card and Birth Certificate
Engineering Management MGMT3000
(The originals of the above documents are needed for Advanced Computer Communications CNCO3002
certification purposes) Business Internship MKTG3009

Career Opportunities:
This course can help you become a/an:
> IT algorithm designer > IT analyst
> Software developer > IT support professional
> Cyber security professional > Programmer
> Web applications developer

For more information: curtinmauritius.ac.mu

PLEASE CONTACT THE Disclaimer: Please note that Curtin Mauritius reserves Note: To qualify for a degree 600 Credits (or 24 study
the right to change the content and method of units) must be obtained, within the appropriate
FUTURE STUDENTS CENTRE assessment, to change or alter tuition fees and any combination of study units as prescribed in the
unit of study, to withdraw any unit enrolment in any curriculum. No exit certificate is awarded.
[email protected] unit or program and/ or to vary arrangements for any
programme (c) Copyright Curtin Mauritius 2020
TELFAIR,
MOKA, Course Structure Disclaimer: Curtin University reserves
the right to alter the internal composition of any course
MAURITIUS to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance.
Any changes to the internal composition of a course
(230) 401 65 11 will protect the right of students to complete the course
(230) 433 30 05 within the normal time frame and will not result in
additional cost to students through a requirement to
undertake additional units.
curtinmauritius.ac.mu