Bachelor of Business Information Systems

University of Wollongong

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00102E

Business information specialists are trained to analyse business problems and find possible IT solutions for these problems. This ranges from running an efficiency audit on a company's information systems through to analysing the effectiveness of a file management system and designing business software applications. Business information specialists are also involved in the analysis, design, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of computer-based information systems critical to the successful operation of modern organisations. These specialists require a sound understanding of the business requirements to develop information systems and solutions to meet identified business needs and must deal with users at all levels within an organisation. This course is specifically designed to prepare students for careers as systems analyst or information systems specialist. As well as having the capability of working in a business environment, graduates can work for the government or non-profit organisations. Students will build their knowledge across underlying sciences, IT, engineering and mathematical methodologies when they study information technology at UOW. They will study real-world projects and interact with and learn from industry professionals to ensure their job readiness upon graduation. In the final year, students will develop their own application as part of an annual student team project, developing solutions to real-world problems provided by our industry partners.

Structure

To qualify for award of the degree of Bachelor of Business Information Systems, complete 144 credit points and satisfy all course requirements for the degree outlined in the course structure below.

Subjects

  • IT project management
  • Mathematics for Computing
  • Principles of eBusiness
  • Management information systems
  • Human computer interaction

Standard entry requirements

DOMESTIC STUDENTS - ATAR-BASED ADMISSION OPTIONS Guaranteed entry selection ranks Entry to this course can be gained with: Minimum ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) International Baccalaureate (IB) Interstate equivalent (such as the Victorian ENTER or Queensland OP) Results in an overseas qualification deemed equivalent to Australian year 12. The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if this course has limited places) is an ATAR-Selection Rank of 75 or an IB of 26. This includes the effect of adjustment factors. Adjustment factors, such as the subjects you are studying, the area in which you live or equity and access schemes, are taken into consideration and these will be combined with your ATAR to adjust your selection rank and make it higher than your ATAR. These adjustments used to be called bonus points. ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE AND RECOMMENDED STUDIES The University assumes students will have studied any 2 units of English. Ideally, students will have studied Mathematics Advanced or Mathematics Standard 2. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia. In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.

Recognition

The Bachelor of Business Information Systems is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting the requirements for membership at the "Professional level".

Study pathways

If you can demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for our subjects through prior learning, such as previous tertiary or TAFE qualifications, you may be eligible for credit towards your degree. Where relevant to the UOW degree, specified credit may be given for specific subject(s); where not relevant to the degree, unspecified credit may be awarded. Upon successful completion of the UOW College Diploma of Information Technology, you will receive credit of 48 credit points towards a Bachelor of Business Information Systems (BBIS) at UOW. You will be required to meet minimum subject requirements in order to progress from the Diploma of IT into the second year of a BBIS.

Further information

A Dean's Scholar program is available for high achieving students. The Dean's Scholar program gives students an enriched educational experience. Dean's scholars are supported by a member of academic staff to advise on matters concerning academic study.

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