Bachelor of Information Technology
Application Development Specialisation
Dive into application development with our Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) specialization! Craft innovative web and Windows applications, master sought-after Java programming skills, and develop leadership qualities for project success. This transformative program unlocks your potential to become a versatile application developer. Join us and launch your exciting career in the ever-evolving IT landscape.
Duration: 3/6 Years
CRICOS CODE: 106833M
Location:
Sydney: Level 2, Suite 4B, 5A, 5B & 6A,
1-17 Elsie Street Burwood, NSW 2134
Adelaide: Level 3, 27-29 Currie Street Adelaide, South Australia 5000
Course fee:
$45,000
Course
Overview
Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of Information Technology with Gateway Business College’s Bachelor in Information Technology program, tailored for aspiring tech enthusiasts in Sydney, Adelaide and beyond. Our comprehensive Information Technology course in Adelaide and Sydney is meticulously crafted to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic world of tech.
At Gateway Business College, we understand the importance of staying ahead in the fast-paced realm of Information Technology. That’s why our curriculum, designed for international students seeking a top-tier university technology degree in Adelaide and Sydney, is meticulously curated to reflect the latest industry trends and practices. From mastering core Information Technology subjects in Adelaide and Sydney to delving into specialized areas of study, our program ensures you’re well-prepared to tackle the challenges of today’s digital landscape.
Through a blend of hands-on training, industry-relevant coursework, and immersive projects, you’ll gain invaluable experience that mirrors real-world scenarios, setting you up for success in a variety of Information Technology roles. Whether you aspire to be a software Tester/Developer, App Developer, Programmer, or cybersecurity expert, our program provides the perfect foundation for launching your career in tech.
But our commitment to your success doesn’t end there. As an Australian university for international students, Gateway Business College offers a supportive learning environment equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and industry-standard software. Our dedicated faculty and staff are here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring you receive the schooling and support needed to excel in your Information and Technology degree.
Join us at Gateway Business College and unlock your potential in Information Technology. Chart your course towards a rewarding career and become part of a vibrant community where innovation thrives and opportunities abound.
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Information Technology is an award at AQF Level 7. It is a tightly integrated specialist degree with both a theoretical and practical focus that prepares graduates for careers in information technology. There is an emphasis on career-focused learning and developing technological understanding and skills that are in high demand worldwide.
The degree first develops the core knowledge and understanding required by all IT professionals and then provides for a choice of specialist study in two high-demand areas of Information Technology – Application Development and Cyber Security.
The Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs) scaffold to develop the Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) and together these learning outcomes progressively ensure the GBC Graduate Attributes and ensure graduates meet the requirements of IT professionals as expressed through the Seoul Accord, the ACS Core Body of Knowledge for IT Professionals, and the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA).
To satisfy the requirements of the Bachelor of Information Technology, a student must successfully complete 300 credit points, or 24 subjects. The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is a specialist degree with both a theoretical and practical focus that aims to develop technological understanding and skills that are in high demand worldwide.
| Course duration: |
3 years full-time 6 years part-time |
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Course fee: |
$45,000 |
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Delivery Mode: |
Full-time
Part-time |
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Next Semester date: |
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AQF Level |
7 |
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Next Intake July 2024 |
Program outcomes
Practical Experience
You Are Job Ready
Learn From Industry Professionals
Foster Multicultural Connections
Career Pathway
Some of the exciting roles awaiting you upon completion of your studies in IT and computing are:
Computer Support Specialist
Providing technical assistance and support to computer users.
Systems Analyst
Analyzing and designing information systems to meet business needs.
Software Tester/ Developer
Ensuring the quality and functionality of software through testing and development.
App Developer
Creating applications for various platforms to meet user needs.
Programmer
Writing, testing, and maintaining computer programs and code.
Web Developer
Designing and building engaging websites and web applications.
Tech Sales Consultant/ Manager
Offering expert advice and solutions to clients on technology products and services.
Cloud Computing Specialist
Managing and optimizing cloud infrastructure and services.
User Experience (UX) Designer
Enhancing user satisfaction by improving the usability, accessibility, and pleasure provided in the interaction with digital products.
Data Scientist
Analyzing and interpreting complex data to inform business decisions and strategies.
With a career in IT and computing, you’ll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, with opportunities spanning various industries and locations. Whether you’re creating groundbreaking technology or utilizing it to improve lives, your work will have a tangible impact on the world around you.
The demand for IT and computing professionals is skyrocketing not just in Australia but worldwide. In fact, according to job projections, the growth in these fields is remarkable:
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Database administrators, systems administrators, and ICT security specialists are expected to see a 40% increase (29,100 jobs) between 2021 and 2026.
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Software and applications programmers, including analyst programmers, developer programmers, software engineers, and software testers, will witness a 27% surge (42,200 jobs).
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Computer network professionals, such as computer network and systems engineers, network administrators, and network analysts, will experience a 22% rise (7,900 jobs).
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ICT business and systems analysts are projected to have a 13% increase (5,900 jobs).
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ICT managers, including chief information officers and ICT project managers, will see an 18% growth (14,400 jobs).
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ICT support and test engineers are anticipated to have a remarkable 44% surge (4,800 jobs).
With this surge in job opportunities, the future looks exceptionally promising for graduates in the IT and computing field. Seize the opportunity and pave your way to a bright and fulfilling career in the world of technology!
Course Structure
CRICOS Course Code
106833M
Course duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Campus Location
Sydney and Adelaide
Delivery Mode
Full-time
Intakes
March, July and November
Number of subjects
24
Number of core subjects
20
Number of elective subjects
4
Credit points per subject
12.5
Full Course Credit Points
300
| Year Semester Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Description | Prerequisites |
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ICT102 |
Introduction to Programming |
This subject introduces the fundamental concepts of programming.
This course will enable students to effectively analyse a well-define problem, design the appropriate programming solution and implement it.
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None |
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ICT103 |
Database Systems |
This subject introduces students to the concepts of databases and provides solid grounding in
designing and implementing a relational database according to the given requirements.
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None |
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ICT104 |
Mathematics for Computing |
This subject introduces students to mathematical reasoning for solving real world problems.
The main topics covered are logic, proofs, graphs, sets, functions, recursion, counting, probability and algorithms.
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None |
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STA101 |
Business Statistics |
Business statistics utilises predictive analytics to make assumptions about the economic and
financial positioning of organisations within broader markets as well as manage risk, optimise organisational performance and make informed business decisions.
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None |
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ICT106 |
Object Oriented Programming |
This unit introduce students to object-oriented programming concepts and design
of graphical user interfaces (GUI).
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None
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ICT107 |
System Analysis and Design |
This subject covers the main concepts related to information system development
that include system planning, feasibility study, requirement gathering, system analysis and design.
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None
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ICT108 |
Introduction to Computer Networks |
Introduction to Computer Networks This subject includes the networking concepts, protocols and
techniques that are fundamental for the Internet and its applications.
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None |
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COM101 |
Business Communications |
Effective communication is essential for
conducting a successful business, as transactions and networks depend on it.
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None |
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ICT202 |
Operating Systems |
This subject provides the functional overview
of the organisation, services and components of the operating systems.
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ICT102 -
Introduction to Programming
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ICT203 |
Introduction to Cyber Security |
This subject will provide students with knowledge of cyber security issues,
the principles and strategies for information security as well as other topics include cryptology, ethical and legal practices; techniques for identifying, detecting, and defending against cyber-security threats; and the process of incident response and analysis.
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None |
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ICT205 |
IT Project Management |
This subject covers the fundamental
project management methodologies applicable to IT projects.
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None |
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ICT206 |
ICT Governance and Ethics |
This subject introduces students to
the concepts of IT ethics, ethical theories, issues of cyberspace, intellectual property, privacy, ethical issues related to the Internet and the emerging technologies.
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None |
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ICT211 |
Web Design and Development |
This subject introduces the fundamental concepts of design
and development of web content. It provides an introduction to client-side web technologies and best practices to design and effectively develop web content.
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ICT102 - Introduction to Programming |
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ICT212 |
Human Computer Interaction |
This subject introduces the fundamental concepts of technology design
and user interaction. It provides a multidisciplinary overview of best industry relevant practices to effectively design and evaluate systems.
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None |
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ICT311 |
Mobile Application Development |
This subject provides students with essential skills in
designing, developing and deploying mobile applications.
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ICT106, ICT211 |
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ICT312 |
Selected Topics in Application Development |
This subject provides knowledge and skills to develop multimedia
systems that students can use for implementing applications using recent trends.
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None |
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ICT313 |
Cloud Application Development |
This subject provides an overview of cloud computing,
its taxonomy and services to the students.
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ICT106, ICT203, ICT211, ICT311 |
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ICT314 |
Advanced Web Application Development |
This subject will focus on developing advanced
we application development skills using modern techniques and frameworks.
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ICT211, ICT212 |
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ICT318 |
Capstone Project 1 – Application Development |
Students will collate and combine their knowledge and practical experiences gained
from the Application Development major and will apply all these skills to develop an application as their capstone project.
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At least 200 credit points including ICT203, ICT206, ICT221, ICT222 |
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ICT319 |
Capstone Project 2 – Application Development |
In this second subject, students will continue their work in groups on
their industry project and will develop and test their projects.
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ICT318 |
| Year Semester Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Description | Prerequisites |
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ICT204 |
Artificial Intelligence |
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ICT106 -
Object Oriented Programming
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ICT221 |
Information Security |
The main purpose of this unit is to enable students to master the basic theories and methods
of information security so that students can understand various types of security incidents and attacks, and the technologies and methods to prevent, detect and react adversaries in the information systems.
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None |
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ICT222 |
Cyber Security Management |
This unit provides an introduction to cyber security management. It tackles GRC
(Governance, Risk Management, Compliance) and incident response.
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None |
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ICT321 |
Digital Forensics |
This unit provides a general introduction to the concepts, theories, principles,
and practice of digital forensics. Topics include data acquisition and validation, forensic methodologies, file systems examination, graphics file investigation, network and email investigation, legal issues, professionalism and ethics, and also the current development in the field.
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ICT221 - Information Security and ICT222 - @ Cyber Security Management |
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ICT323 |
Ethical Hacking |
This unit is an introduction to ethical hacking with a particular focus on Internet enabled
services and technologies. Students will develop an understanding of modern techniques that can be employed to evaluate the security of implemented network configurations.
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ICT221 - Information Security and ICT222 - Cyber Security Management |
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ICT324 |
Cyber Security Analytics |
This subject provides an overview of the how machine learning is being used for providing
automated detection and prevention of cyber security threats. The students are introduced to the use of different machine learning algorithms, supervised and unsupervised for detecting different security threats.
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Prior study equivalent ICT321 and ICT323 |
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ICT325 |
Network and Security |
This subject covers modern network and system security concepts, strategies and techniques.
Students develop practical and working tactics to achieve the understanding of digital security in networks, operation systems, databases and servers.
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ICT221 - Information Security and ICT222 - Cyber Security Management and
ICT203 Computer Networks
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English language level requirements
| Domestic Students | Band 2 in EAL/D |
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International Students
| Test | Threshold requirement |
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IELTS |
overall 6.0 with 6.0 in each module |
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PTE Academic |
overall score of 50 – 57 |
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
Applicants may apply for RPL in cases where they can demonstrate significant experience and/or knowledge of the course or subject for which they are applying for RPL credit.
This may include, but is not limited to:
- Prior study in a similar discipline.
- Professional experience within their proposed field of study.
Applications for RPL must include supporting documentation, which may include:
- A detailed CV
- Professional references.
- Certificates, reports, testimonials, or affidavit relating to the applicant's learning, skills, competency or knowledge.
- Certified copies of certificates and diplomas.
Credit granted for prior learning will be recorded as ‘credit granted through recognition of prior learning’ on the student’s academic record. Credit granted for prior learning will not exceed one third of the overall credit to be gained in the course upon successful completion.
The result of an RPL application will be communicated to the student in writing, and a record of the application and outcome will be kept.
| Student cohort | Educational and other qualifications and skills required for entry | Alternative admission arrangements |
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Australian School Leavers |
Completion of NSW HSC or equivalent qualification with a minimum Band 2 in English Standard or English EAL/D and a Band 2 in Mathematics Standard 2 or any one of the following suggested quantitative subjects including Business Studies, Economics, Financial Studies , Physics, Chemistry, Biology or an equivalent approved subject..
Domestic students whose first language is not English are required to provide evidence of satisfying GBC’s English language requirement. |
Completion of at least 1 year of an approved tertiary qualification, which is equivalent to AQF Level 5 or higher.
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International students / Students Completing Secondary School Overseas |
Successful completion of a qualification equivalent to the NSW HSC with passing grades in Mathematics or an appropriate quantitative subject such as Business Studies, Economics, Financial Studies , Physics, Chemistry, Biology or an equivalent approved subject.
Students whose first language is not English are required to provide evidence of satisfying GBC's English language requirement. The minimum overall standard required for overseas qualifications is listed in Table 1 below. If your qualification is not listed please contact Gateway Business College. |
Completion of at least 1 year of an approved tertiary qualification, which is equivalent to AQF Level 5 or higher.
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Special and/or alternative entry: non-school leavers (mature-age applicants and/or those who do not hold their HSC or equivalent) |
Applicants without a formal qualification but with appropriate years of relevant work experience will be considered. |
Skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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Special and/or alternative entry: articulation pathway admissions |
Completion of at least 1 year of an approved tertiary qualification, which is equivalent to AQF Level 5 (Diploma) or higher. |
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Graduates of the Bachelor of Information Technology should be able to:
- Integrate and apply a broad and coherent knowledge of information technologies with depth in selected areas of study and apply this knowledge to solve a range of practical problems.
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of theoretical and technical information and processes and analyse and adapt the latest information technologies with intellectual independence, self- learning capabilities and creativity to identify and solve real-world ICT problems with sound decisions and judgement.
- Demonstrate theoretical and operational skills to solve problems in creative, appropriate, and effective ways that exhibit critical analysis, sound judgment and intellectual independence and communicate IT knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills to produce effective, ethical, socially responsible, and collaborative solutions that consider internal and external stakeholder perspectives, relevant contextual information, and professional and industry standards and expectations.
- Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative on complex IT projects using a range of technical, analytical, managerial, leadership and interpersonal skills and the responsibility and accountability as a lifelong learner for own learning and professional practice.
- Apply evidence-based and theoretical disciplinary and contextual knowledge, problem solving and creative thinking skills to anticipate challenges and produce solutions to contemporary IT problems.
Demand for Graduates
- The ACS Australia’s Digital Pulse 2019 prepared by Deloitte Economics forecasts that Australia’s technology workforce will grow by 100,000 workers in trend terms between 2018 and 2024, at an average annual growth rate of 2.3% (exceeding overall workforce growth of 1.3% p.a.) with the technology workforce increasing to 792,000 workers.
- A snapshot of the sector reveals that Australia’s technology workforce has seen average trend growth of 2.5% per annum between 2011 and 2018, outpacing growth in the overall Australian labour market of 1.7% over this period.
- The report notes that while university technology course completions have been seen slight growth, the future forecast for technology skills has not materially changed over the last four years and meeting the voracious demands for more technology workers from Australia’s businesses will be a huge challenge. While Australia’s pipeline of technology workers and skills is gradually improving the number of degree completions will not meet the growing demand.
- IT services exports grew from $2.93b in 2016-17 to $3.78b in 2017-18. As a result, the IT services trade surplus increased from $170m to $515m.
- The current COVID-19 pandemic has generated extensive and rapid growth in information technology and communications services and the immediate future is likely to see even greater demand for technology skills.
- Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, ACS forecasts suggested that technology workers will need another 164,000 qualifications over the period 2018 – 2024 in trend terms, with 121,000 of these in higher level postgraduate and undergraduate degrees.
- Productivity growth in the Australian economy will be increasingly driven by digital technology. The growing digital economy means that IT skills will play an increasingly important role in future economic growth. Australia needs to ensure that its education system, policy settings and business practices are all working towards equipping the country’s workers with the required technological skills.
- Big Data, cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence and robotics are going to be significant influences in both the IT and Business sectors and there already is enormous growth in cyber-security – 16.9% increase in jobs over the past 5 years. (Dept. of Employment, 2019 Industry Employment Projections Report).
Graduate Career Outcomes
Graduates of this course will have the experience to perform a range of professions within the fields of accounting and finance. These include:
- Account Manager
- Application Programmer
- System Analysts
- IT Support Engineer
- Web Developer
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Systems Engineer
- Ethical Hacker
IT Elective – Students must complete two IT electives. An IT elective can be any IT subject offered by GBC that is not specified as core in your specialisation. Elective choice must comply with the limits on subject level (maximum 137.5 credit points (11 subjects) at 100 level) and any subject pre-requisites must be met. (Not all possible IT elective subjects will be offered in a given semester and the timetable may further restrict elective choice.)” and “.
Open Elective – Students must complete two further electives called open electives. An open elective can be any subject offered by GBC (including IT subjects from other specialisations) that are not specified as core in your specialization. Elective choices must comply with the limits on subject level (maximum 137.5 credit points or 11 subjects at the 100 level) and meet any subject prerequisites. (Please note that not all possible open elective subjects will be offered in a given semester, and the timetable may further
restrict elective choices.)
