Information Systems (IS) use computers and communication networks to acquire, organise and process information, enabling people and organisations to be more creative and productive. Studying information systems involves learning to: understand the needs of individuals and organisations; design and develop systems to meet those needs and solve real-life problems; and implement and continually adapt these systems to changing organisational needs.

The IS/IT industry is one of the fastest growing in the Australian economy. Employers value graduates who demonstrate skills and knowledge in both business and information technology domains, and are creative and entrepreneurial. Career opportunities for IS graduates are many and varied, including: Business Analyst, Business Developer – IS/IT Solutions, Business Intelligence Systems Developer, e-Commerce Specialist, IS Development Specialist, IS/IT Architect, IS/IT Consultant, IT Infrastructure Developer, Network Analyst, Network Developer, Project Management Specialist and Systems Analyst.

Studying Information Systems and Information Technology at UNSW

IS/IT programs at UNSW are offered through both the Australian School of Business (www.business.unsw.edu.au) and the Faculty of Engineering (www.eng.unsw.edu.au).

At an undergraduate level, the Australian School of Business offers:
• Bachelor of Science (Information Systems)
• Bachelor of Science (Business Information Technology).
Entry to this program is limited to students awarded a scholarship through the UNSW Co-op Program (www.coop.unsw.edu.au).
• Commerce and economics programs with a major in Information Systems

The Faculty of Engineering offers computer science and information technology programs:
• Bachelor of Engineering (Bioinformatics)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Software Engineering)
• Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
• Other engineering programs

Students with above average grades in their IS courses are invited to join the Honours program, requiring an additional year of study. An Honours year adds extra value to an undergraduate degree and is highly regarded by employers.