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Bachelor of Information Systems Advanced

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This course replaces 3685.1 Bachelor of Computing (Information Systems) Advanced from 2014Accreditation The Bachelor of Information Systems Advanced is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional Level.

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Bachelor of Information Systems

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Today, practising professionals need to not only have knowledge and skills in computing, they also need to understand the context in which computer technology is applied in society, and be able to work collaboratively with people in all sorts of professions and industries. The Bachelor Information Systems degree integrates closely the applications of computing and information systems in a global business environment. You will work with organisations to design, develop, deploy and manage information systems through the application of computing technology. This course will help you carry out a real-life project where you will need to demonstrate you can design and develop an information system that solves a community-based problem.Accreditation The Bachelor of Information Systems is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional Level.

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Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced)

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The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced) is a challenging course that includes advanced coursework, extension project and basic research training. A mentoring program will link the student with experienced academic staff and research groups within the University. This professional ICT course cultivates capable ICT graduates for the high end of ICT professions. This course provides graduates with a comprehensive skill set and knowledge base in networking and IT applications areas of ICT and the ability to apply practical solutions across ICT. It allows students to develop considerable skills in application development (including mobile app development), program design, systems analysis & design, networks, web-design, and the implementation of technology. These attributes can be conceptually grouped into the knowledge and skills necessary to:The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced) is a three year ICT course with accreditation by the Australian Computer Society being sought. It provides a solid foundation in Networks, Databases, Systems Analysis & Design, Programming, Web Technologies, Project Management, Professional Communications and Operating Systems. It also covers the necessary mathematical and statistical skills, and basic research training as needed by a high end ICT practitioner.Accreditation The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced) is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional level.

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Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology

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The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology is a three year course accredited by the Australian Computer Society. It provides graduates with skills and knowledge in networking and IT applications development, along with the ability to apply practical ICT solutions in real-world situations. Units available offer a solid foundation across several domains including Networking, Databases, Systems Analysis & Design, Programming, Web and Mobile Technologies, Project Management, Professional Communications, Operating Systems and Human Computer Interaction. It also covers the necessary mathematical and statistical skills as needed by an ICT practitioner. The structure of the Course provides scope for electives, sub-majors or majors in further studies including the areas of Mobile Computing and Application Development, Entertainment Computing, Astroinformatics, Health Informatics, Social Media Analytics, Networking, Health Information Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Systems Security and IT Support. NB: Majors/ sub-majors may not be offered on all campuses.

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Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced)

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This course is an advanced version of Bachelor of Computer Science. It provides students with a thorough and in-depth technical understanding of modern networked computer systems. This understanding includes how these computer systems are put together, how they work and what are the principles that govern them. Based on this solid foundation students then have the opportunity to further learn the practical skills needed to design, develop and integrate the networked computer systems required by today's large organisations. This course is a three year course with four distinct majors which allow students to specialise in different applications of computer science and computer systems. The four majors are: Cyber Security, Networked Systems, Systems Programming and Artificial Intelligence.Students in the Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced) will follow the same study program that is set out for the Bachelor of Computer Science. However, each student in this course will have an academic mentor and the student will also participate in additional compulsory activities including research projects. To maintain their enrolment in the Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced) students must maintain an overall above 5 Grade Point Average, otherwise they will be transferred to the standard 3506 – Bachelor of Computer Science course. At enrolment students will be required to sign a declaration acknowledging the need to maintain a grade-point average (GPA) of 5.0 or more.

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Bachelor of Computer Science

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The Bachelor of Computer Science course provides students with a thorough and in-depth technical understanding of modern networked computer systems. This understanding includes how these computer systems are put together, how they work and what are the principles that govern them. Based on this solid foundation, students then have the opportunity to further learn the practical skills needed to design, develop and integrate the networked computer systems required by today's large organisations. This course is a three year course with four distinct majors which allow students to specialise in different applications of computer science and computer systems. The four Majors are: Cyber Security, Networked Systems, Systems Programming and Artificial IntelligenceAccreditation The Bachelor of Computer Science currently is accredited with the Australian Computer Society at the professional level.

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Bachelor of Business (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)

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The Bachelor of Business (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) is a three year undergraduate course that brings together a comprehensive foundation of business knowledge and skills to teach effectively across the full curriculum range at secondary school level. The business units are designed to equip students with foundation knowledge in Accounting, Marketing, Management, International Business and Economics. The education units are broadly structured for students to investigate and critique contemporary education issues. Students are also provided with the opportunity to study subject content units in either Modern History or Geography and Urban Studies, dependent on their interests. This course leads into a Master of Teaching (Secondary), an accredited postgraduate qualification which presents opportunities for employment across Australia as well as internationally.Eligibility for admission to the Bachelor of Business (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) is based on the following minimum requirements:

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Bachelor of Information Systems Advanced/Bachelor of Laws

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This course enables multi-skilling in information systems and law, enabling increased marketability in these diverse career fields. The Bachelor of Laws equips students with the professional legal skills and knowledge required by the Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) for admission to legal practice in NSW, and to solve legal and non-legal problems. Students can undertake specialised study in topical local and international law and practical experiences. In the Information Systems Advanced component of the course, students learn about computing and information technology in a business context. The course extends learning available in Bachelor of Information Systems through advanced activities including extension projects, hands on business projects and research training. Mentoring and access to some industry partners and research groups will enable students to develop skills and networks that apply directly in industry.

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Bachelor of Business (Advanced Business Leadership)

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The Bachelor of Business (Advanced Business Leadership) is designed for high achievers looking to launch their careers as business leaders, entrepreneurs, and change makers of the future. In addition to core and professional units that form the foundation for your career and studies, four unique Advanced Business Leadership units specially-designed for future leaders are available to you: Business Leadership, Entrepreneurial Team, Frontiers of Business Theory and Analysis, and Advanced Business Seminars. The Advanced Business Leadership units are where you develop and refine your leadership and entrepreneurial skills in an exciting and challenging environment of like-minded high-achievers. You will have the opportunity to be mentored by leading academics and business people, giving you a competitive edge. For available specialisations and flexible elective options, please see the course entry for the 2786 Bachelor of Business.

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Bachelor of Business

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For commencement year 2017, please refer to: 2786.2 Bachelor of BusinessFor commencement year 2016, please refer to: 2786.1 Bachelor of BusinessThe Bachelor of Business harnesses your energy and passion for success. This degree gives you the knowledge to create a career as a business professional. Whether you wish to pursue a corporate role in a global enterprise or start your own business, this course will provide you with the skills to do it. The Bachelor of Business begins with four core units: Financing Enterprises, Enterprise Innovation and Markets, Enterprise Leadership, and Enterprise Law. These units provide you with the essential business knowledge that will be the platform for your career and equip you with the academic skills that will underpin your success in the degree.You will need flexibility to create your career. The Bachelor of Business gives you the flexibility to select eight units from anywhere in the University. This means that you can choose a variety of non-business units to gain depth and perspective on your enterprise future; you could take a major in another discipline; or you can complete a second major within Business.