Bachelor of Information Technology (Information Systems)
Bachelor of Information Technology (Information Systems)
Highlights Gain expertise and knowledge to understand the capabilities and implications of information technology (IT), business processes, data and people to deliver effective solutions and innovate the work of individuals and organisations. Develop data and process models to guide the design of a system; test and implement enterprise-wide systems; develop…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Highlights
- Gain expertise and knowledge to understand the capabilities and implications of information technology (IT), business processes, data and people to deliver effective solutions and innovate the work of individuals and organisations.
- Develop data and process models to guide the design of a system; test and implement enterprise-wide systems; develop large database applications for the purpose of improving business operations; analyse data in a multitude of ways to improve business insights; and develop new digital transformation initiatives.
- Understand how an effective blend of information technology skills and business knowledge shape industries of the future in this ACS (Australian Computer Society) accredited course with international recognition.
- Get career-ready for roles such as business analyst, process analyst, information systems consultant, chief technology officer, chief information officer, manager, executive or entrepreneur.
Information systems focuses on identifying organisational requirements and designing effective and innovative IT systems solutions. It may involve helping managers and users clarify their needs, developing data and process models to guide the design of a system, testing and implementing enterprise-wide systems, working with large database applications and developing new digital transformation initiatives within an organisation.
Why choose this course?
Information systems gives you the knowledge and skills of an IT professional to shape the industries of the future. You will develop expertise in the understanding of information technology capabilities and implications, as well as proficiency in best-of-breed methods, techniques, and tools to improve and innovate the work of individuals and organisations.
In your first year, you’ll complete your common IT units, introducing you to computer systems, learning design and build principles, and developing databases. You’ll also learn modelling techniques of information systems, and developing web applications.
Continuing into your second year, your major will focus on business process modelling, business analysis and managing information systems in a corporate context. You will develop project management skills and acquire knowledge in advanced concepts of enterprise architecture. You will have practical, hands-on experiences throughout your course. In addition, you will have the option of further specialisations through the choice of your minors or second major.
Your final year is your opportunity to showcase your skills with a major project. Your project will be for a real-world client and will be unveiled at the IT and Games Showcase, held at the end of the year.
Careers and outcomes
Information systems graduates have skills in design, systems thinking, stakeholder engagement and modelling and abstraction which positions them to work as business analysts, enterprise architects and information systems consultants, solving a range of organisational problems.
Depending on your choice of study areas, opportunities also exist in business process management, social media and mobile application development and in careers as information technology innovators within enterprises, consulting companies or in your own start-up.
Study choice areas available can also lead to careers as domain experts, chief technology officers, chief information officers, managers, executives, entrepreneurs or researchers. Graduates have the opportunity to achieve the highest levels of their profession.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
