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Information Systems - 3979
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Program Description
Program Objectives
Program Structure
General Education Requirements
Honours
Academic Rules
Fees
Professional Recognition
Further Information
Area(s) of Specialisation

Program Summary

 
Faculty: Australian School of Business
 
 
Contact: http://www.fce.unsw.edu.au
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Typical Duration: 3 Years
 
 
Typical UOC Per Session: 24
 
 
Min UOC Per Session: 3
 
 
Max UOC Per Session: 24
 
 
Min UOC For Award: 144
 
 
Award(s):
 
 
Bachelor of Science (Major)
 
 
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
 
 

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems degree is a highly prized qualification which provides business skills along with a specialisation in information systems. The program is intended to develop conceptual and practical skills. After an introductory first stage, students will learn about business analysis systems and design, data management, business systems infrastructure and security as well as mathematics, management accounting and commercial programming.

Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes

This three year degree is designed for students interested in the use and application of IS and IT in a commercial environment. It combines courses that assist students to learn about the technical environment of IS as well as develop an understanding of the business implications of these systems. Organisations are always looking for "business savvy" IS graduates who understand the technical issues which surround and impact their business systems. IS graduates from this degree can target careers in areas such as: communications networks analysis and development; IS security development; e-business systems development; business intelligence systems construction and IS and IT architecture and infrastructure development and maintenance. The program includes courses from many disciplines including: Information Systems, Technology and Management, Computer Science, Mathematics, as well as other Commerce and Economics courses. An Honours option is also available for students who satisfy the necessary requirements.

Program Structure

Year 1
And ONE of:
And ONE of:

Year 2
And ONE of:
OR
AND
  • ELECTIVE Courses totalling 12 units of credit
  • General Education course(s) totalling 6 units of credit
AND

1 Australian School of Business Elective course totalling 6 units of credit from one of the following:

Year 3
  • 2 Level 2 or 3 INFS courses totalling 12 units of credit from Table 1.
  • Elective courses totalling 12 units of credit.
  • General Education course(s) totalling 6 units of credit.

Year 4 Honours (optional)
  • 2 level 4 INFS options from Table 2 totalling 12 units of credit

Table 1 Level 2 & 3 Electives:

Table 2 Level 4 Honours Options:

General Education Requirements

Students in this program must complete 12 units of credit in General Education courses or their equivalent (unless otherwise entitled to exemption). For further information about General Education Requirements please refer to the Online Handbook.

Please note that students enrolled in programs within the Australian School of Business cannot take General Education courses offered by the Business School. These restrictions also apply to the following courses:
  • GENL2020 An Introduction to the Australian Legal System
  • GENL2031 Cyber Space Law
  • GENL5020 Business Fundamentals
  • GENL5030 Understanding Tax
If students are unsure of their General Education Requirements they should contact the Business Student Centre (Ground floor, West entrance, Australian School of Business building)

Honours

Honours level study is available. Students interested in studying at Honours Level should refer to the relevant Honours plan record for entry requirements.

Academic Rules

Pass degree requirements

Conditions for the Award of the Degree
  • A student must complete 144 units of credit including 12 units of General Education.
  • The degree must contain a major sequence of study as set out in the program structure.
  • A student must complete no more than 60 units in Level I courses.
  • No student may commence Level II courses until 24 Level I units have been successfully completed.

Fees

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html

Professional Recognition

For further information, refer to the Professional Recognition of Programs in the Online Handbook.

Further Information

Please note that these requirements may be subject to change. Students are advised to follow requirements according to the year they commenced. Current students are to refer to the relevant edition of the Online Handbook for program requirements.

Please contact the Business Student Centre for advice.

Business Student Centre
e-mail: ugbusiness@unsw.edu.au
tel: + 61 2 9385 3189
location: Ground Floor, West Wing, Australian School of Business Building

Area(s) of Specialisation

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© The University of New South Wales (CRICOS Provider No.: 00098G), 2004-2011. The information contained in this Handbook is indicative only. While every effort is made to keep this information up-to-date, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary arrangements, programs and courses at any time without notice and at its discretion. While the University will try to avoid or minimise any inconvenience, changes may also be made to programs, courses and staff after enrolment. The University may also set limits on the number of students in a course.