This plan is for students who wish to undertake a Major in Information Systems.

Information Systems is concerned with planning, analysis, design and operation of computerised systems used to process information in commerce, industry, government and research organisations. The data processing needs of the organisation are studied by systems analysts. Solutions to these needs, generally involving computerised equipment, are determined, and systems of processing information are designed and implemented.

Graduates often follow careers as programmers, systems analysts, business analysts, information technology specialists, data administrators, EDP auditors and database administrators. Major employers of Information Systems graduates include government departments, banks, oil companies, insurance companies, large manufacturing enterprises, retail companies, service industries, universities and other research organisations, and computer marketing organisations.

To satisfy single major requirements, students must complete 48 UOC. To satisfy double major requirements, students must complete 42 UOC. For a minor, students must complete any 4 courses from the 'Required' or 'Options' List.

Required Courses

Honours level study is available for this plan. For details, see the Honours plan entry.