Fast Facts

• Program professionally recognised by the Australian Computer Society to ensure it meets the highest standards of the profession and industry
• Course content is designed to meet the needs of employers and industry
• The course has optional industry-based Learning year for students wishing to gain professional experience
• Credit available to students with a TAFE qualification or a relevant post-secondary qualification

Course Description

The three year degree has been designed to produce information and business savvy graduates. The program provides a sound background in advanced problem-solving, information analysis and project management preparing students for immediate entry into the management of business information systems in organisations. Students will develop technical skills, but more emphasis will be placed on business analysis and problem solving, systems analysis, project managemet, the provision of IS services, and the management of IS within organisations.

Aims and Objectives

• To provide the necessary knowledge and skills in the application of information technology to support organisations in the conduct of their business.
• To examine the technology, techniques, and organisational issues relating to the analysis, design and implementation of solutions to business requirements.

Entrance Requirements

Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

VCE Prerequisites: Units 3 & 4 - a study score of at least 20 in English (any). Passes may be accumulated over more than one year.

Applicants who do not have a Year 12 qualification or who have a non-competitive Year 12 score and no other tertiary study, and have at least five years related work experience, may be considered for admission if they can demonstrate motivation and ability to succeed.

Program Structure

Students take a total of twenty-four subjects (or equivalent) over three full-time plus one year optional Industry-Based Learning. Entry is possible in both Semester 1 (Feb) and Semester 2 (July).

All students will undertake an Industry Linked Final Year Project.

Brochures

Courses in Information Systems

Undergraduate Course Guide