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Bachelor of Information Systems
Apply here now!| Programme Code | MN4308 |
|---|---|
| Study Method | Full time or part time |
| Qualification | MIT Degree |
| Duration | Three years full time |
| Applications | Close when programme is full |
| Start Dates | February and July |
| Level | 7 |
| Credits | 360 |
About the Programme
Your ICT career begins with practical learning to professional standards. Take advantage of this degree programme’s flexibility and diverse opportunities for specialisation.
Planning a career in one of the world’s fastest growing industries? You’re not alone. Employers know that MIT graduates are ready to hit the ground running; a Bachelor of Information Systems from MIT will set you apart from the crowd.
The uniquely hands-on approach of this programme will provide you with real-world experience so that you enter the job market work-ready with relevant experience and knowledge. The programme has a vocational emphasis, and will prepare you thoroughly for careers in management-level computing and information technology. A combination of academic and project-based work will develop the teamwork and presentation skills valued by the industry.
You will study a range of subjects to establish a broad knowledge base whilst specialising in an area of your choice.
As a graduate of this programme you will be poised to take on specialist roles in system development, multimedia, networking, programme and software development, software testing and many more, or may choose to go on to masterate study.
Download the Enrolment Guide and Timetable.
Offered by
Faculty of Business - Computing and Information Technology
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Have at least 56 NQF credits at Level 3 including a minimum of 14 credits in each of two approved subjects plus a minimum of 8 credits at Level 2 in each of reading/writing and mathematics or
- Have at least 72 NQF credits at Level 2 including a minimum of 14 credits in each of two approved subjects and including 8 credits in each of reading/writing and mathematics and including 30 credits achieved at Merit or Excellence or
- Have at least 60 NZQA recognised credits at Level 5 or higher or
- Have an equivalent to one of the above or
- Have relevant work experience or a strong commitment to the programme and
- Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English.
Any applicant whose first language is not English must provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.5 (with no score below 6.0) or equivalent.
Applicants will be accepted in order of application.
Cost
$5,500 (approx) per year
International Student Fees
$18,050 per year
Programme Summary
The Bachelor of Information Systems consists of 360 credits made up of:
- Compulsory core courses at Levels 5 and 6
- A compulsory project at Level 7
- Optional courses for one or more of the specialisations
- A further ten courses, of which no more than two may be at Level 5. A minimum of three must be at Level 7. Up to two may be taken from other MIT degree programmes with the approval of the programme leader
Core Courses:
Level 5
All of the following:
- Statistics for Decision Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Information Technology Industry and Business Systems
- Information Systems Principles
- Software Development Principles
- Object Oriented Principles
- Data Management Principles
- Operating Systems and Networks 1
Level 6
All of the following:
- Systems Analysis and Modelling
- Information Systems and Society
- Project Management in Information Technology
Level 7
- Project (45 credits)
Optional Courses:
Level 5
- Digital Media Design
Level 6
- Games Design and 3D Technologies
- 3D Animation for Games and Multimedia
- Interactive Multimedia Design
- Object Oriented Programming (Java)
- Object Oriented Programming (VB.Net)
- Programming Database Applications
- Applied XML Technologies
- Graphical User Interface Design and Development
- Managing User Support
- Database and Fourth Generation Languages
- Operating Systems and Networks Theory
- Operating Systems and Networks Management
- Linux Server Management
- Web Application Programming
- Accounting Information Systems
Level 7
- Special Topic in Information Systems
- Information Management and Protection
- QA Testing and Implementation
- Games Design and 3D Technologies (L7)
- Development Methodology and Architecture
- Information Technology Mini Project
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Technical Writing
- Advanced Database Management Systems
- Network Implementation and Security
- Information Technology Mini Project
Further Training or Study
Upon completion of this degree, graduates will be ready to undertake masterate studies in information and computing technology.
Career Opportunities
Positions such as a Program/software developer, Network Support Specialist, Technical writer, Software Support Specialist, eCommerce Specialist, Web Developer, Systems Analyst/Software Engineer, Database Administrator, 3D Animation Developer.