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Bachelor of Technology (Information Systems)

Become an IT-savvy Business Leader

Business leaders today need to understand how an organisation uses IT and the role IT plays in solving business problems.

Gain the necessary skills - and graduate as an IT specialist - through this Swinburne University course.

Delivered by distance education through Open Universities Australia, this course allows you to study anytime, anywhere for a qualification that's identical to one received on campus.

Gain a Recognised Degree

Identical to on-campus qualification
Study anywhere, anytime
FEE-HELP available

Quick Course Guide

Qualification: Bachelor Degree
Enrolment dates: Enrol anytime - start now!

Study time

Self-paced. Approximate time for completion:

Full time: 3-4 years
Part time: 6-7 years
Maximum: 10 years

Pre-requisites

None

Delivery method: Distance education - online
Assessment: Assignments & exams

Delivered by: Swinburne University of Technology
Finance options: FEE-HELP available

Graduate with Valuable IT Skills

Information technology (IT) plays a vital role in businesses today. This course focuses on the effective use of IT within an organisation, and the development of systems for solving business problems.

Learn how to use computer systems in a modern organisational environment, and gain knowledge and skills in:

technology
computing
information systems development and application
management
human computer interaction (HCI)
professional conduct and communication

You'll graduate ready for a career as a business professional within IT, including the role of Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Course Structure

Total units: 24

Course Units

Information Systems Fundamentals
Information Methods
Programming Concepts
Foundations of Statistics
Cultural Perspectives on Science and Technology
Management Support Systems
Human-Computer Interaction

Electronic Communications and Applications
Database Concepts and Modelling
Information Systems Project Management
Professional Reading and Writing in Information Systems Strategy
Professional Computing Practice

To graduate, you must also complete:

12 electives OR
1 co-major sequence of 8 units plus 4 electives OR
2 minor sequences of 4 units (8 in total), plus 4 electives OR
1 minor sequence of 4 units plus 8 electives

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about the units for this course.

Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice.

You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information.

Did You Know?

Survey results show that a Bachelor Degree increases earnings by about 30%.

Australian Council for Educational Research - Nov 08

Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.

Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are six modules available:

An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
Setting Study Goals and Objectives
Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
Getting to Know Your Study Materials
Scheduling Tasks and Time
Preparing for and Sitting Exams

Each module can be completed within three hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

student advisers
online forums
study groups
online library resources
online guidance on study skills and writing
a dedicated student association

About Swinburne University of Technology & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne University of Technology has a strong international reputation as a provider of career-oriented education.

Swinburne's focus on career relevance is supported by its pioneering Industry Based Learning (IBL) program, which helps improve graduates' employment prospects. Swinburne's degree programs focus primarily on business and technology and feature units developed to encourage adaptability, entrepreneurship and the building of specialised skills.

Learn more about Swinburne University of Technology.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.