Postgraduate study in Information Systems

You can complete a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Master of Commerce in Information Systems in areas such as:

• Using information and communications technology to achieve strategic goals
• Design, development and implementation of cutting-edge solutions to solve organisational problems
• Technical and organisational aspects of information technology
• Digital innovation and transformation.

You will extend your knowledge and analytical ability and develop valuable research skills by conducting research projects under the guidance of academic staff.

Explore the courses you can take in Information Systems

Postgraduate Information Systems courses

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Master of Commerce (180points)

An applicant must have: a) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce, or a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, and passed the prerequisites for the subject in which they intend to enrol, or have equivalent prior study; or b) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce, or a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II and passed the prerequisites for the subject in which they intend to enrol.

Prerequisites for the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Master of Commerce (180points)

A major in Information Systems including 15 points at Stage II in Statistics, or an equivalent course as approved by the Head of Department.

Master of Commerce (120 points)

An applicant intending to complete must have completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce from this University in the subject intended for this degree with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study.

View the university 2025 Calendar for detailed programme structure here: programme regulations

• Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - page 267
  
• Master of Commerce - page 278

You can also view the programme requirement details on Student Services Online if you are active in a programme.

If you choose to complete a postgraduate degree in Information Systems, more advanced or senior roles are possible including those that impact the strategic direction of an organisation.

Relevant roles include:

• Application Developer/Consultant
• Business Analyst/Consultant
• Business Process Engineer
• Systems Analyst/Consultant/Developer
• Programmer Analyst
• Software Engineer
• Database Administrator
• Network Administrator
• Network Engineer
• Network Analyst/Consultant
• Data Communications Specialist
  

You can pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) after completing a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or a Master of Commerce. However, please note Master of Commerce with a 30-point applied research consultancy project does not lead to a PhD.

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Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for, search available scholarships or begin an application by visiting Scholarships and awards.

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If you require specific advice relating to postgraduate programmes you should contact the department: Information Systems and Operations Management