The Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology degree programme offers an alternative. The two programmes are very similar. A comparison of the two programmes can be found in the table below.
Table. Comparison between BSCHCN and BCOMPHITBCOMP/BCOMPHIT | BSCCN/BSCHCN |
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More all-rounded computing | More networking oriented |
Graduates have the breath of understanding of theories and practices in the field of computing | Graduates are well versed with the principles and application of computing and networking |
Honours graduates are further enhanced with knowledge and skills in developing applications on and for the Internet. | Honours graduates are euipped with in-depth understanding with selected areas in computing |
Honours degrees are sometimes required for the entry into postgradaute programmes, especially research based postgraduate programmes such as MPhil and PhD.
The mutli-exit system allows students to complete an ordinary degree first and then to study for a honours degree later.
Table. Comparison between Honours and Ordinary Degrees.
Ordinary Degrees | Honours Degrees |
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Eligible for most jobs in the private and public sectors | Essential for some jobs in the public sector such as AO, SO - possibly better starting salary point. |
Satisfy the requirement for some Master programmes | Essential for some Master programmes with stronger emphasis in research and advanced study (eg. research MSc, MPhil or PhD) |
Students' performance is only illustrated through the results of individual courses | Students' performance is clearly identified by the Honours classification |
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