Bachelor of Information Studies

With specialisations
Associate Degree in Information Studies [exit point only]
University Certificate in Information Studies [exit point only]

What is this course about?

This course is designed to reflect the critical importance of information and knowledge management across a wide range of fields and institutions. The course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the creation, evaluation, collection, organisation, utilisation and dissemination of information in the contemporary.

About the course

The changing nature of society has brought a growing demand for knowledge and information at work, in education and in leisure. Librarians, archivists, knowledge managers and many other information professionals are meeting that demand by providing effective access to information resources and services.

Qualified information professionals play a vital role in facilitating the creation, management and preservation of information and in the development of information literacy. Our graduates provide the necessary link between the information resources, whether physical or digital, and the users of that information.

Students commence the course with a three-day compulsory course orientation.

The Bachelor of Information Studies offers specialisations in:

Librarianship BInfoStud(Lib)

Librarianship at CSU’s School of Information Studies has been the cornerstone of our success. This specialisation sees students being able to choose from a large number of elective subjects that cater to those students who want to work specifically in libraries, in areas such as reference services, library management, information access, and information delivery. The specialisation benefits from the large number of academic staff whose teaching is informed by extensive experience in libraries.

Information and Knowledge Management BInfoStud(Info&KM)

The Information and Knowledge Management specialisation has been designed for aspiring information professionals who wish to study beyond traditional areas and gain skills working with real clients and live scenarios on relevant and practical assignments in business, government, and other settings. The objective is to produce graduates who understand people, processes, innovations and trends, and can combine this understanding with technology to create, share and use information and knowledge.

Records and Archives Management BInfoStud(Rec&ArchMgt)

The Records and Archives Management specialisation introduces students to the world of government, corporate, community and personal recordkeeping. It explores international and Australian theory and practice including standards, legislation and ethical issues relating to the management of digital and analogue records. The emphasis is on building knowledge and skills that students can apply in a range of organisational contexts and in a climate of rapid change.

Professional recognition

Graduates of the Bachelor of Information Studies may be admitted to Associate (professional) Membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) without further examination.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Information Studies (Records and Archives Management) are eligible for professional membership of the Australian Society of Archivists (ASA).

Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIMPA) has accredited the Bachelor of Information Studies course.

Professionals teaching you

This course is taught by dedicated professionals with a wide range of industry experience in the information field.

Practical experience

There is a professional study visit subject, comprising four days of visits to a range of information agencies, and a three-week professional placement. There is also a professional activities subject which requires students to attend, evaluate and report on a minimum of 30 hours of professional activities (such as conference sessions, seminars, workshops) of value to the development of information professionals, and the development of an ongoing e-portfolio.

Residential schools

There is a compulsory three-day course orientation residential school scheduled at the commencement of the course (February and July).

Campus

Wagga Wagga

Duration

6 years part-time by distance education

Graduation requirements

To graduate with the Bachelor of Information Studies general degree or with a specialisation, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.

To exit with the Associate Degree in Information Studies, students must complete 16 subjects (128 points).

To exit with the University Certificate in Information Studies, students must complete eight subjects (64 points).

Academic expectations

For each 8 point subject at CSU, students should normally expect to spend between 140-160 hours engaged in the specified learning and assessment activities (such as attending lectures or residential schools, assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, assignments or examinations). The student workload for some subjects may vary from these norms as a result of approved course design.

Students will be assessed on the basis of completed assignments, examinations, workplace learning, or other methods as outlined in specific subject outlines.

Where applicable, students are responsible for travel and accommodation costs involved in workplace learning experiences, or attending residential schools (distance education students).

Expectations relating to academic, workplace learning, time and cost requirements for specific subjects are provided in the subject outlines and in course materials.


Course structure

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Career opportunities

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Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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At a glance

Study Mode

Distance education

Where

Wagga Wagga

When

Session 1; Session 2

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

6 years part-time by distance education

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

N/A

How to apply

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  • Testimonial | Library and Information Science Student

    "This is one of the most comprehensive courses on library studies available, with an excellent focus on library subjects and skills."