Bachelor of Information Studies (Honours)

What is this course about?

CSU's Bachelor of Information Studies (Honours) is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop expertise in research methods and data analysis, study in depth a topic in the field of information studies which is of particular interest to them, and complete a dissertation in their field of interest.

About the course

The course prepares graduates for entry to higher degree research courses and provides them with the necessary research skills, knowledge and attitudes to achieve this goal. Students will develop an advanced level of knowledge in their chosen area of specialisation and further develop their verbal and written skills for advancement to higher level studies and research.

While the course has a distinct structure, it also has the flexibility to meet the differing needs of students wishing to specialise in different areas. Students may commence studies at the beginning of the academic year or in mid-year subject to places being available. Our students select from full-time and part-time study options to fit in with work and lifestyle commitments. The Honours course typically includes a substantial research project.

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 abstracts and in course materials.

The latest facilities

To support the development of your knowledge and skills in contemporary information practice, our learning support systems include:

• modern IT facilities with the latest information management software
• a focus on providing access to support and resources through the internet, email, leading edge online learning platforms and Web 2.0 technologies
• comprehensive and dedicated online library services
• access to experienced learning skills support staff
• highly qualified and responsive academic staff.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Information Studies (Honours), applicants must have completed a bachelor degree in Information Studies at credit level or better.

Previous studies

Previous studies for this course are:

• an undergraduate degree (Australian or the accredited overseas equivalent) with a major sequence of subjects in the area in which honours is sought
• the achievement of grades in that degree as specified for the honours program
• any other specified criteria as required by the School for the honours program

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This course is available to commence study in

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