Bachelor
The Bachelor of Information Studies (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University delivers expert education for the information and library professions, accredited by industry bodies and available online globally.
The Bachelor of Information Studies (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University delivers expert education for the information and library professions. The degree is accredited by peak industry bodies, backed by more than 50 years of expertise in the information and library studies field, and taught by experts.
Available online from anywhere in the world, the Bachelor of Information Studies (with specialisations) allows you to study anytime using the latest online technologies.
The School of Information and Communication Studies is proudly an active member of iSchools. The iSchools represent a leading organisation of over 120 universities globally across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa who are united by a common interest in all aspects of research and teaching about information. Their vision is to strengthen all aspects of research in information and information science for members across the globe. Visit iSchool at Charles Sturt for more information.
This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
Domestic studentsThe course consists of fourteen (14) core subjects (96 points) plus ten (10) restricted elective subjects (80 points) OR a Major (eight (8) subjects - 64 points) plus two (2) restricted electives (16 points), and an additional two (2)unrestricted electives (16 points).Hong Kong University (SPACE) studentsThe course consists of fourteen (14) core subjects (96 points) and twelve (12) restricted electives (96 points).NOTE: Students can only complete a maximum of two (2) 400-level subjects across the course.
Credit informationStudents are advised to refer to course credit arrangements to determine subjects to complete the Bachelor of Information Studies. Students with prior learning may receive 0 - 64 points credit for core subjects and 16 - 64 points credit for restricted elective subjects.
Essential set (176 pts)Core subjects96 Credit PointsCodeTitleCredit PointsINF109BIS Online Intensive Introductory Learning0 credit ptsINF111Introduction to the Information Professions16 credit ptsINF200Supervision and Management8 credit ptsINF209Metadata for Resource Discovery8 credit ptsINF210Collections8 credit ptsINF211Information Sources and Services8 credit ptsINF218Providing Access to Information8 credit ptsINF219Web Publishing for Information Agencies8 credit ptsINF220Professional Study Visit (4 points)4 credit ptsINF221Planning for Professional Placement2 credit ptsINF222Professional Placement2 credit ptsINF303The Information Society8 credit ptsINF305Professional Learning and Networking8 credit ptsINF321Introduction to Research8 credit pts