Look around, Information Technology (IT) is everywhere - your TV, laptop, gaming system, mobile phone, watch, music, movies, kitchen, car, bank and your next gig tickets. It is changing the way we live, learn, work and even socialise.
If you are interested in driving this exciting revolution, within a truly globalised and fast changing industry, then the ANU Bachelor of Information Technology is for you.
You will get a strong grounding in computing fundamentals to tackle the progressive nature of IT. With IT being an intrinsic part of all industries, knowledge of software development and information systems is highly sought after by the best employers.
This degree can also be taken as a flexible double with almost any other degree at ANU.
ANU offers an outstanding variety of programs for Australia's next generation of language leaders, with more languages offered than at any other university in Australia. The ANU Bachelor of Languages is a wonderful way to take advantage of that, through the study of two (or more) languages, in combination with other areas of interest.
Your language education experience is designed to engage you with the structural, grammatical and idiomatic components of your chosen language or languages. This is further contextualised using cultural, social and historical concepts, issues and topics. You can start at beginning level, or at higher levels if you have past experience. Exciting opportunities exist for you to immerse yourself in your chosen language and culture through study abroad, and to combine your language study with a range of other areas.
Career Options
Graduates from ANU have been rated as Australia's most employable graduates and among the most sought after by employers worldwide.
The latest Global Employability University Ranking, published by the Times Higher Education, rated ANU as Australia's top university for getting a job for the fourth year in a row.
Employment Opportunities
All large and small organisations, both public and private, need people to work on their IT systems, or want staff with other professional training who have advanced IT skills.
IT students typically work as programmers, network administrators/managers, systems or business analysts, and web designers/developers. Rewarding career opportunities in technology and management are available to students with this degree plus 3 - 5 years work experience.
The career options for combined degree students are wide and varied with IT skills adding a real competitive advantage.
All students who complete the BInfTech degree are eligible for professional membership of the Australian Computer Society provided they complete a major in Information Systems or Software Development.
All large and small organisations, both public and private, need people to work on their IT systems, or want staff with other professional training who have advanced IT skills.
IT students typically work as programmers, network administrators/managers, systems or business analysts, and web designers/developers. Rewarding career opportunities in technology and management are available to students with this degree plus 3 - 5 years work experience.
The career options for combined degree students are wide and varied with IT skills adding a real competitive advantage.
All students who complete the BInfTech degree are eligible for professional membership of the Australian Computer Society provided they complete a major in Information Systems or Software Development.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion, students will be able to:
1. Analyse well defined problems, and design, implement and evaluate solutions that demonstrate an understanding of the systems context in which software is developed and operated including economic, social, historical, sustainability and ethical aspects.
2. Recognise connections and recurring themes, including abstraction and complexity, across the discipline.
3. Adapt to new environments and technologies, and to innovate.
4. Demonstrate an operational understanding of the foundations of computer science including programming, algorithms, logic, architectures and data structures.
5. Communicate complex concepts effectively with diverse audiences using a range of modalities.
6. Work effectively within a team in order to achieve a common goal.
7. Demonstrate commitment to professional conduct and development that recognises the social, legal and ethical implications of their work, to work independently, and self- and peer-assess performance.
Upon successful completion of a Bachelor of Languages, graduates will be able to:
- communicate proficiently and confidently in at least one language
- identify the structure and uses of languages studied
- recognise and contrast the societies and cultures of the languages chosen, and their socio-historical context
- construct a global schema of the connections between the languages studied and their geographical, social and cultural origins
- recognise the importance and value of intercultural communication.
Further Information
The B Information Technology program allows students to approach information technology from either a technical, constructive angle, starting with courses in programming, or from a conceptual, critical or information and organisational management angle. It widens the approach to computing to include the creative and conceptual touch, starting by applying scripting to the application area of new media (video and audio), rather than from learning traditional general purpose programming languages applied to algorithms. The technically oriented student can major in Software Development; whereas the more conceptually oriented student can major in Information Systems.
Students should follow the COMP1030/COMP1040/COMP2140 pathway instead of the COMP1100/COMP1110 pathway if they are undertaking the Information Systems Major, Information Intensive Computing Major or the Human Centric Computing Major.
The Software Development major aims to develop the conceptual and practical skills for software development and the technology of computer systems; the Information Systems major focuses on developing an understanding of organisations, the management of computer systems applications in them, and the accompanying systems analysis and design.
All of the majors are founded on an introduction to the principles of programming, a broad perspective on the computing discipline and profession, and an introduction to the functional structure of computers. They also require a grounding in mathematics and theoretical computer science, which is a means of developing the ability to work with abstractions, a fundamental requirement for understanding and applying ideas in computing.
It should be noted that students commencing this degree in Semester 2 (July) without credit/status for previous post secondary studies, may be unable to complete the Software Development major within 3 years. Students will be able to complete the Information Systems major, or complete the degree without a major.
For students seeking to complete some self-study to improve their Maths prior to attempting MATH1005, Susanna Epp's Discrete Mathematics with Applications textbook (3rd or 4th edition) is recommended, given its style, level and coverage of similiar content. It has also been recommended that for students who have completed a lower level of Mathematics at highschool or through vocational studies review 2x2 matrix arithmetic in preparation for MATH1005.
The B Information Technology program allows students to approach information technology from either a technical, constructive angle, starting with courses in programming, or from a conceptual, critical or information and organisational management angle. It widens the approach to computing to include the creative and conceptual touch, starting by applying scripting to the application area of new media (video and audio), rather than from learning traditional general purpose programming languages applied to algorithms. The technically oriented student can major in Software Development; whereas the more conceptually oriented student can major in Information Systems.
Students should follow the COMP1030/COMP1040/COMP2140 pathway instead of the COMP1100/COMP1110 pathway if they are undertaking the Information Systems Major, Information Intensive Computing Major or the Human Centric Computing Major.
The Software Development major aims to develop the conceptual and practical skills for software development and the technology of computer systems; the Information Systems major focuses on developing an understanding of organisations, the management of computer systems applications in them, and the accompanying systems analysis and design.
All of the majors are founded on an introduction to the principles of programming, a broad perspective on the computing discipline and profession, and an introduction to the functional structure of computers. They also require a grounding in mathematics and theoretical computer science, which is a means of developing the ability to work with abstractions, a fundamental requirement for understanding and applying ideas in computing.
It should be noted that students commencing this degree in Semester 2 (July) without credit/status for previous post secondary studies, may be unable to complete the Software Development major within 3 years. Students will be able to complete the Information Systems major, or complete the degree without a major.
For students seeking to complete some self-study to improve their Maths prior to attempting MATH1005, Susanna Epp's Discrete Mathematics with Applications textbook (3rd or 4th edition) is recommended, given its style, level and coverage of similiar content. It has also been recommended that for students who have completed a lower level of Mathematics at highschool or through vocational studies review 2x2 matrix arithmetic in preparation for MATH1005.
Admission Requirements
Admission to all programs is on a competitive basis. Admission to undergraduate degrees is based on meeting the ATAR requirement or an equivalent rank derived from the following qualifications:
• An Australian year 12 qualification or international equivalent; OR
• A completed Associate Diploma, Associate Degree, AQF Diploma, Diploma, AQF Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate or international equivalent; OR
• At least one standard full-time year (1.0 FTE) in a single program of degree level study at an Australian higher education institution or international equivalent; OR
• An approved tertiary preparation course unless subsequent study is undertaken.
Click HERE for further information about domestic admission.
More information about ATAR requirements for individual programs can be found HERE.
The table below is a guide to the entry level required for domestic applicants. Exact entry level will be set at time of offer.
- ATAR:
- 80
- QLD Band:
- 10
- International Baccalaureate:
- 28
Domestic applicant entry requirements
Queensland Band equivalents are a guide only - selection is made on a UAI equivalent that is not available to students.
International applicant entry requirements
International applicants may view further information on admissions requirements at Entry Requirements for International Undergraduate Applicants
The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs as required.
Pathways
There are a range of pathways available to students for entry into Bachelor of Information Technology:
-ANU College: An Associate Degree from ANU College might be a pathway into Bachelor of Information Technology for eligible students.
-ANU Diploma: A Diploma of Computing from ANU is a pathway into Bachelor of Information Technology for eligible students.
-Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT): A Diploma in Information Technology from CIT might be a pathway into Bachelor of IT for eligible students and might also provide advance standing into the program.
-International agreements/pathways: College of Engineering and Computer Science has a range of articulation agreements with institutions around the world. Students completing the appropriate qualification in these institutions may be approved for entry and credit exemptions towards Bachelor of Information Technology.
-Maths Bridging course: ANU College offers a Maths Bridging course for students who do not meet pre-requisite for Maths for entry into Bachelor of IT. Successful completion of the Maths Bridging course meets the Maths pre-requisite for entry into this program (other entry requirements still apply).
Prerequisites
ACT: Maths Methods major
NSW:Mathematics
SA/NT: Mathematics 1 (single)
TAS: Mathematics Stage 2
QLD: Maths B or Maths C
VIC: Mathematical Methods 3/4 or Specialist Mathematics
WA: Applicable Mathematics or Calculus
IB: Mathematics (SL) or Mathematics (HL)
Adjustment Factors
The National Access Scheme 2014
ANU offers bonus points for nationally strategic senior secondary subjects, and in recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies.
Bonus points are applied to all applicants with an ATAR at or above 70. Points are awarded in accordance with the approved schedule, and no more than 10 points (maximum 5 academic points and maximum 5 equity points) will be awarded.
Bonus points do not apply to programs with an ATAR cutoff of 98 or higher.
Bonus Points are only awarded to domestic applicants applying for admission through UAC who have not previously attempted tertiary study.
How to apply
Academic Bonus Points: senior secondary students do not need to apply for ANU academic bonus points. They are automatically added in accordance with the schedule.
Educational Access Scheme: senior secondary students do not need to apply if their school is part of the Priority School Funding Program or Country Areas Program. All other applicants should refer to http://www.uac.edu.au/eas/ for more information.
Indicative fees
Bachelor of Information Technology - Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Bachelor of Languages - Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $39,024.00
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Information Technology flexible double degree component requires completion of 96 units, of which:
A maximum of 36 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
The 96 units must include:
30 units from the completion of the following compulsory courses:
COMP1600 Foundations of Computing
COMP2100 Software Design Methodologies
COMP2300 Computer Organisation and Program Execution
COMP2420 Introduction to Data Management, Analysis and Security
MATH1005 Discrete Mathematical Models
6 units from completion of course from the following list:
COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving
COMP1130 Programming as Problem Solving (Advanced)
6 units from completion of course from the following list:
COMP1110 Structured Programming
COMP1140 Structured Programming (Advanced)
30 units from completion of a 3000- and 4000-level courses from the following subject areas:
COMP Computer Science
INFS Information Systems, only if completing the Information Systems major
A minimum of 6 units and a maximum of 24 units from completion of further courses from the following subject areas:
COMP Computer Science
INFS Information Systems, only if completing the Information Systems major
A minimum of 0 units and a maximum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:
MATH1013 Mathematics and Applications 1
MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2
MATH1115 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 1
MATH1116 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 2
MATH2301 Games, Graphs and Machines
STAT1003 Statistical Techniques
STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods
A minimum of 0 units and a maximum of 12 units from completion of courses from the following list:
ENGN1211 Discovering Engineering
VCUG3001 Unravelling Complexity
The Bachelor of Languages flexible double degree component requires completion of 96 units, of which:
A maximum of 36 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
The 96 units must consist of:
Either
48 units from completion of one of the following language majors:
Ancient Greek
Arabic
Chinese Language
French Language and Culture
German Language and Culture
Hindi Language
Indonesian Language
Italian Language and Culture
Japanese Language
Korean Language
Latin
Persian
Sanskrit Language
Spanish
Thai Language
Urdu Language
Vietnamese Language
Or
24 units from completion of the one of the following advanced minors
Advanced Ancient Greek
Advanced French Studies
Advanced German Studies
Advanced Hispanic Culture
Advanced Hispanic Linguistics
Advanced Hispanic Studies
Advanced Italian Studies
Advanced Latin
Advanced Spanish Studies
Either
24 units from courses listed in the International Communication major
Or
24 units from completion of one of the following language minors, which must be in a different language to the advanced minor:
Ancient Greek
Arabic
Chines Language
Classical Chinese
French Language and Culture
German Language and Culture
Hindi Language
Indonesian Language
Italian Language and Culture
Japanese Language
Japanese Linguistics
Korean Language
Latin
Russian
Persian
Sanskrit Language
Spanish
Thai Language
Urdu Language
Vietnamese Language
24 units from completion of one of the following language minors, which must be in a different language to both the language major and the advanced minor completed above:
Advanced Ancient Greek
Advanced French Studie
Advanced German Studies
Advanced Hispanic Culture
Advanced Hispanic Linguistics
Advanced Hispanic Studies
Advanced Italian Studies
Advanced Latin
Advanced Spanish Studies
Ancient Greek
Arabic
Chinese Language
Classical Chinese
French Language and Culture
German Language and Culture
Hindi Language
Indonesian Language
Italian Language and Culture
Japanese Language
Japanese Linguistics
Korean Language
Latin
Russian
Persian
Sanskrit Language
Spanish
Thai Language
Urdu Language
Vietnamese Language
A minimum of 12 units from completion of courses listed in the Linguistics major
A minimum of 6 units from completion of courses listed in any of the following majors:
Asian Studies
Computer Science
Contemporary Europe
English
International Communication
Latin American Studies
Mathematical Modelling
Mathematics
Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
Pacific Studies
Majors
Bachelor of Languages Majors
Bachelor of Information Technology Majors
Minors
Bachelor of Languages Minors
Bachelor of Information Technology Minors
Specialisations
Bachelor of Languages Specialisations
Bachelor of Information Technology Specialisations
Study Options
| Year 1 | COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving 6 units OR COMP1130; | MATH1005 Discrete Mathematical Models 6 units | LING1001 Introduction to the Study of Language 6 units | Major 1000 level Course 6 units |
| COMP1110 Structured Programming 6 units OR COMP1140; | COMP1600 Foundations of Computing 6 units | Linguistics Course 6 units | Major 1000 level Course 6 units | |
| Year 2 | COMP2100 Software Design Methodologies 6 units | COMP2300 Computer Organisation and Program Execution 6 units | Minor 1000 level Course 6 units | Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units |
| Computing elective | Computing elective | LANG Course 6 units | Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | |
| Year 3 | COMP2420 Introduction to Data Management, Analysis and Security 6 units | 3000 level Computing elective | LANG Course 6 units | Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units |
| 3000 level Computing elective | 3000 level Computing elective | Minor 1000 level Course 6 units | Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units | |
| Year 4 | 3000 level Computing elective | Computing elective | Minor 2000 level Course 6 units | Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units |
| 3000 level Computing elective | Computing elective | Minor 2000 level Course 6 units | Major 2000/3000 level Course 6 units |
Honours
The BInfTech program with honours requires an additional year of study after the pass degree of Bachelor of Information Technology. Admission is by invitation based on performance in the best 48 units of 2000- and 3000- level Information Technology and Mathematics courses and generally requires an average performance at better than Credit level. The honours program includes advanced coursework and a major individual project worth 50% of the year. Honours grades are awarded on the result of the whole year's work. For more details refer to http://cs.anu.edu.au/honours/
Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Information Technology Honours program requires the completion of 48 units from the completion of INFT4005.
Degree Structure
| Year 1 48 units | Semester 1 | Coursework 12 units | Research Project 12 units |
| Semester 2 | Coursework 12 units | Research Project 12 units |
A single Honours grade and mark is awarded of either first class honours (H1); second class honours, division A (H2A); or second class honours, division B (H2B) on the result of the whole year's work. This is the only grade and mark which appears on your academic transcript.
H1 - 80 - 100%
H2A - 70 - 79%
H2B - 60 - 69%
For information about honours, please see Bachelor of Languages (Honours)
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The ANU
Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) program is accredited by the Australian
Computer Society. The three year degree prepares graduates to enter the
computing industry work force as novice practitioners to develop software or to
apply computing in human organisations. The BIT can also be taken as a part of
many double degrees.
Single degree
- This degree requires 144 units (each course is typically 6 units)
- Typically you will study four courses per semester (total of 24 units)
- You can study a computing major (48 units) or minor (24 units)
- You have 48 units (eight courses) of electives that can be taken from Computer Science or from any other area of the university.
Double degree
- This degree requires 96 units (each course is typically 6 units) from the BIT rules
- Typically you will study four courses per semester (total of 24 units)
- You can study a major (48 units) or a minor (24 units).
- There are no university electives in the double degree.
- You can choose your double degree with BIT from Programs and Courses
About this degree
Typically you will study 4 courses per semester (total of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 24 courses across your whole degree
- The degree is made up of compulsory requirements (seven courses) and an additional suite of computing requirements (nine courses)
- You can choose to study a computing major or minor – note that completing a major
- In the single degree program you will have 48 units (eight courses) of electives. You may use these to study further computing courses, courses from elsewhere in the university, or a major or minor from another area of the university.
- In the double degree, you have no electives - your other degree requirements use up all of these.
Enrolment Status
While it is possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester, which is called studying part-time, it will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an international study you must always be full-time
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
- When you enrol for the first time you will typically study '1000-level' courses. These courses have '1' as the first number in their course code, such as COMP1100.
- You need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second Semester though note that you can change your Semester 2 courses all the way until July.
- You can’t study more than four courses (24 units) per semester, eight for the year, and international students cannot study less than 24u a semester.
- You may take 1000-level courses later in your program. But remember you can’t count more than ten 1000-level courses (60 units) towards your single degree or six 1000-level courses (36 units) towards your BIT half of the double degree.
- In choosing your first year programming courses you will have a choice of doing COMP1030, COMP1100 or COMP1130 in Semester 1, and COMP1040, COMP1100, COMP1110 or COMP1140 in Semester 2. The standard courses are COMP1100/1110 but if you have a strong maths background, and/or significant programming experience, you might like to choose COMP1130/1140. Note that you choose COMP1130 you will be able to drop back to COMP1100 in the first 2 weeks. Similarly if you are not confident in your maths or computing ability, you will be able to enrol in COMP1030 in Semester 1 and then COMP1100 in Semester 2, followed by COMP1110 in Semester 1, 2018.
Majors and Minors
See available majors and minors for this program
You have the option to complete a major as a part of your BIT – note that a major is required for Australian Computer Society Accreditation:
Electives
- If you are in the single degree then in your first year you have two electives to choose.
- To find 1000-level (first year) elective courses, use the catalogue search.
- You have four electives to choose in your first year. These can be additional computing courses (eg: COMP1720, COMP1710, COMP2400, INFS1001), other electives that may count as COMP courses (MATH1013 MATH1014, STAT1003, STAT1008, ENGN1211), engineering oriented electives (such as PHYS1001 or PHYS1101 or ENGN1218 ).
- If you have an interest in another area (eg management, mathematics, psychology, languages) then you should explore first year courses in these areas and in particular, look at the majors and minors in these areas. These will give you an idea of the first year courses that you should study.
- Students whose first language is not English and who feel they would benefit from not only some additional English assistance but who would like to learn more about the Australian academic style (eg essay structure, oral presentations, critical thinking, plagiarism and poor academic practice), might like to seek enrolment in ESEN1101 Essential University English
Study Options
Bachelor of Information Technology - Semester 2 Commencement
This study plan is for those students commencing in semester 2. Due to the different offering of courses, your study plan is different from those students who commence in semester 1.Bachelor of Information Technology single degree
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving 6 units OR COMP1130; | MATH1005 Discrete Mathematical Models 6 units | Elective course 6 units | Elective course 6 units |
| COMP1110 Structured Programming 6 units OR COMP1140; | COMP1600 Foundations of Computing 6 units | Elective course 6 units | Elective course 6 units |
Bachelor of Information Technology double degree
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving 6 units OR COMP1130; | MATH1005 Discrete Mathematical Models 6 units | Other Degree course 6 units | Other Degree course 6 units |
| COMP1110 Structured Programming 6 units OR COMP1140; | COMP1600 Foundations of Computing 6 units | Other Degree course 6 units | Other Degree course 6 units |
Academic Advice
For assistance, please email: studentadmin.cecs@anu.edu.au
Single degree
Three years full time (144 units) - 4 courses per semester (24 units)
A maximum of 60 units of 1000 level courses
One of the following language majors (48 units):
• Ancient Greek
• Arabic
• Chinese Language
• French Language and Culture
• German Language and Culture
• Hindi Language
• Indonesian Language
• Italian Language and Culture
• Japanese Language
• Korean Language
• Latin
• Persian
• Sanskrit Language
• Spanish
• Thai Language
• Urdu Language
• Vietnamese Language
One of the following language minors (24 units):
• Advanced French Studies
• Advanced German Studies
• Advanced Hispanic Culture
• Advanced Hispanic Linguistics
• Advanced Italian Studies
• Advanced Spanish Studies
• Ancient Greek
• Arabic
• Chinese Language
• Classical Chinese
• French Language and Culture
• German Language and Culture
• Hindi Language
• Indonesian Language
• Italian Language and Culture
• Japanese Language
• Japanese Linguistics
• Korean Language
• Latin
• Russian
• Persian
• Sanskrit Language
• Spanish
• Thai Language
• Urdu Language
• Vietnamese Language
A minimum of 12 units from completion of courses in the Linguistics Major
A minimum of 6 units from courses in any of the following majors:
• Asian Studies
• Contemporary Europe
• English
• International Communication
• Latin American Studies
• Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
• Pacific Studies
Eight Electives from across the ANU (48 units)
Double degree
• This degree requires 96 units
• A maximum of 36 units of 1000 level courses
One of the following language majors (48 units):
• Ancient Greek
• Arabic
• Chinese Language
• French Language and Culture
• German Language and Culture
• Hindi Language
• Indonesian Language
• Italian Language and Culture
• Japanese Language
• Korean Language
• Latin
• Persian
• Sanskrit Language
• Spanish
• Thai Language
• Urdu Language
• Vietnamese Language
One of the following language minors (24 units):
• Advanced French Studies
• Advanced German Studies
• Advanced Hispanic Culture
• Advanced Hispanic Linguistics
• Advanced Italian Studies
• Advanced Spanish Studies
• Ancient Greek
• Arabic
• Chinese Language
• Classical Chinese
• French Language and Culture
• German Language and Culture
• Hindi Language
• Indonesian Language
• Italian Language and Culture
• Japanese Language
• Japanese Linguistics
• Korean Language
• Latin
• Russian
• Persian
• Sanskrit Language
• Spanish
• Thai Language
• Urdu Language
• Vietnamese Language
A minimum of 12 units from completion of courses in the Linguistics Major
A minimum of 6 units from courses in any of the following majors:
• Asian Studies
• Contemporary Europe
• English
• International Communication
• Latin American Studies
• Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
• Pacific Studies
About this degree
Single degree
In a Bachelor of Languages degree program you will study a total of 144 units. Typically you will take 4 courses per semester (total of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 24 (6-unit) courses across your whole degree.
You'll need to take one language major (8 courses), one language minor (4 courses), take two courses (12 units) from the Linguistics major, and one courses (6 units) from the following majors - Asian Studies, Contemporary Europe, English, International Communication, Latin American Studies, Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies, Pacific Studies. You'll also get to choose eight electives (48 units) from courses right across ANU. You can use these electives to try a range of courses or to take a major or minor in a non-Arts subject.
Double degree
In a Bachelor of Languages degree program you will study a total of 96 units. Typically you will take 4 courses per semester (total of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 16 courses across your whole degree. However, for each semester you are likely to take 2 courses from your Bachelor of Languages degree and then 2 courses from the other half of your double degree – still a total of 4 courses a semester.
You'll need to take one language major (8 courses), one language minor
(4 courses), take two courses (12 units) from the Linguistics major,
and one courses (6 units) from the following majors - Asian Studies,
Contemporary Europe, English, International Communication, Latin
American Studies, Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies, Pacific
Studies.
Enrolment Status
While it's possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester, which is called studying part-time, it will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an international student you must always be full-time.
• A course (usually 6 units) can only be counted towards one major or minor.
• You need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second Semester.
• You can’t study more than four courses (24 units) per semester, eight for the year.
• You need to enrol in courses for your chosen language major
• You need to enrol in courses for your chosen language minor
You may take 1000-level courses later in your program. But remember you can’t count more than ten 1000-level courses (60 units) towards your single degree or six 1000-level courses (36 units) towards your Bachelor of Languages half of the double degree
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
When you enrol for the first time you will study ‘1000-level’ courses. These courses have ‘1’ as the first number in their course code, such as ARTS1234.
Majors and Minors
See available majors and minors for this program
You will need to enrol in:
Courses for both First Semester and Second Semester
Two 1000-level courses (12 units) from one of the language majors. If your chosen major is Chinese or Japanese, you will need to enrol in the four courses (24 units) in your first year.
Two 1000-level courses from one of the language minors
One Linguistics Major Course
Two 1000-level elective courses (12 units)
I have chosen a major from the approved above list. How do I choose the two 1000-level courses for my major?
• All of these approved majors have only two 1000-level courses available, one in First Semester and one in Second Semester. You should enrol in both of these courses. If you have studied a language previously you will need to take a Language Placement Test before enrolling in your chosen language for 2016.
If I have chosen to complete a Chinese or Japanese major, which courses do I enrol in for my major?
For a Chinese major you should enrol in:
• CHIN1012 - Modern Chinese 1A: Spoken Chinese in First Semester
• CHIN1013 - Modern Chinese 1B: Written Chinese in First Semester
• CHIN2022 - Modern Chinese 2A: Spoken Chinese in Second Semester
• CHIN2023 - Modern Chinese 2B: Written Chinese in Second Semester
For a Japanese major you should enrol in:
• JPNS1012 - Spoken Japanese 1 in First Semester
• JPNS1014 - Written Japanese A in First Semester
• JPNS2003 - Spoken Japanese 2 in Second Semester
• JPNS2005 - Written Japanese B in Second Semester
(If you have studied Chinese or Japanese previously you will need to take a Language Placement Test to determine the level of courses you should enrol in for 2016)
How do I choose 1000-level courses for my minor?
If your chosen language minor has 1000-level courses listed, you should choose these courses; typically there will be no choice as there are only two 1000-level courses offered.
If you have studied a language previously you will need to take a Language Placement Test to determine the level of courses you should enrol in for 2016.
Electives
Single Degree
While you only need to enrol in courses for a language major, a language minor, you can use your electives to enrol in 1000-level courses for other Arts majors or minors. That way you keep your options open. Once you've selected courses for the major and/or minor you should choose electives to make up the 24 units each semester.
Study Options
Bachelor of Languages - Single Degree
This is a typical study pattern for the first year of a student undertaking a Bachelor of Languages.Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | Major 1000 level Course 6 units | Minor 1000 level Course 6 units | Linguistics Major Course 6 units | Elective 1000 level Course 6 units |
| Major 1000 level Coure 6 units | Minor 1000 level Course 6 units | Linguistics Major Course 6 units | Elective 1000 level Course 6 units |
Single Study Plan 2
Chinese LanguageStudy Options
| Year 1 48 units | CHIN1012 Modern Chinese 1A: Spoken Chinese 6 units | CHIN1013 Modern Chinese 1B: Written Chinese 6 units | Minor Language Course 6 units | Elective Course 6 units |
| CHIN2022 Modern Chinese 2A: Spoken Chinese 6 units | CHIN2023 Modern Chinese 2B: Written Chinese 6 units | Minor Language Course 6 units | Elective Course 6 units |
Bachelor of Languages - Double Degree
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | Major 1000 level Course 6 units | Minor 1000 level Course 6 units | Degree B 6 units | Degree B 6 units |
| Major 1000 level Course 6 units | Minor 1000 level Course 6 units | Degree B 6 units | Degree B 6 units |