Bachelor (Honours)
The digital age transforms the way we do business, and information systems underpin the digital innovation that helps businesses succeed.
The digital age transforms the way we do business, and information systems underpin the digital innovation that helps businesses succeed. Information systems professionals are relied upon to drive innovation, collaborate to understand data and solve problems, and safeguard business data in a global digital economy.
Through the Bachelor of Information Systems (Co-op) (Honours), you'll become an adaptive thinker, ready to solve problems with new technologies in agile business environments. You'll learn about the digital future of business through courses focusing on digital transformation or enterprise systems, while gaining experience with the latest tools and technology, like java programming or database management using Oracle.
The combined Co-op Program
The Bachelor of Information Systems (Honours) combined with a Co-op scholarship offers exclusive opportunities to learn in the classroom and the boardroom, and deepen your expertise.
Financial assistance
Support your studies with financial assistance. The Co-op Program provides a scholarship of $19,600 per year for four years (and it's tax-free).
Work experience included
Complete up to three internships, a total of 18 months industry training. You'll trial working at our Co-op Program sponsor organisations, which include leading global organisations like Deloitte, WiseTech Global and Salesforce.
Personal career mentoring
For your first work placement, you'll be assigned a Co-op Program graduate to guide you and help your decision-making.
Leadership training
Build professional development and leadership skills through challenging, practical and social camps and interactive workshops.
Learn to innovate
Discover how to challenge the status quo and shape a better future through the innovative use of information systems technologies.
Honours level studies
Deepen your expertise with through a supervised research project. You'll focus on a business problem, analyse solutions, and present your findings.
UNSW Business School is ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS*. That means our business education leads the way in career impact, quality and reputation.
We're also ranked #1 in Australia in Information Systems by the Association of Information Systems and #1 in Information Science**.
Alongside a rigorous education, you'll grow professionally and socially through the UNSW Co-op Program's scholarship, work placements with leading global organisations, personal mentoring and leadership training.
*AFR BOSS 2022 Best Business School Rankings
**Shanghai Global Rankings by Academic Subject 2021
The Bachelor of Information Systems (Co-op) (Honours) features sponsored professional development and has limited places available. In addition to meeting the required ATAR (or equivalent), you'll need to respond to a questionnaire and sit for an interview with UNSW Co-op Program.
ATAR equivalent ranks are derived from the following:
Australian interstate Year 12 qualifications (e.g., OP rank)
New Zealand NCEA Level 3
Equivalent overseas qualifications e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, GCE A-Levels
You can apply after a gap year (max. 2 gap years) however please note that if you commence a university degree or undertake any university study towards a degree during their gap year you'll become ineligible for a Co-op Scholarship. Some exemptions apply, e.g. accelerated high school subjects.
At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.
To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.
We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.
Mathematics advanced
If you did not meet the entry cut-off for this degree, consider studying a different undergraduate degree (either at UNSW or another university). Aim to achieve good marks for your first year of study, and then apply for transfer into this degree. Visit UNSW Future Students to find out what other options may be available.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Your exclusive access to internships with industry-leading Co-op Program sponsor organisations offers the opportunity to kick-start your career as you study.
Information Systems professionals are equipped across a wide range of industries, organisations and entrepreneurial ventures. You'll graduate with skills, experience and expertise in information systems and business processes that will put you in high-demand.
This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the Professional Level, preparing you for professional practice in information and communications technology (ICT).