AUT - Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences: degree outline
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Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences: degree outline
The Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences provides a technical understanding of computer hardware and software, an ability to develop high quality computing solutions and an appreciation of the processes and practices necessary to meet the demands of a profession in computer and information sciences.
The Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences is backed by a high profile industry advisory committee to ensure student learning is directly related to current and future industry needs.
Quick facts
Programme Code: AK3697
Level: 7
Points: 360
Duration: Three years full time
Venue: City Campus (all years), This programme is available at AUT's Manukau Campus
Start date: July 16 2012 (mid-year intake) and March 4 2013
There are limited places available. AUT encourages early application. Applicants will normally be selected on the basis of their level of academic achievement and may be required to attend a selection interview.
Entry requirements
- University Entrance
- NCEA: 14 credits at Level 2 or higher in Mathematics with Calculus or Statistics and Modelling
- CIE: Minimum grade of D in AS Maths
Admission Requirement
You will be guaranteed a place in this programme if you achieve an academic score of 120 along with the NCEA or CIE Maths requirements as listed above. If you achieve University Entrance and the additional Maths entry requirements but do not have the required academic score, you will be waitlisted according to your score. We will offer you a place if there are sufficient places available.
Majors
- Computer Science
- IT Service Science
- Information Systems Science
- Networks and Security
- Software Development
Additional Majors and/or Minors
You may choose a second major, either from the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences (called a double major) or from additional majors outside the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences. Minors are also available in these subjects.
Structure
Year one
You undertake core studies and will be given an introduction to computer and information sciences. Core papers include communication skills, IT infrastructure, mathematics, computer networking and programming.
Year two
You begin to specialise in your chosen major. You will acquire strong technical knowledge with creative problem solving skills; and the ability to analyse, design and maintain solutions to meet the needs of a wide range of IT clients and industries.
You will gain professional capabilities in programming and web development, IT infrastructure and networks, communication and teamwork, project management, ethics and professional practice, security, and information systems.
Year three
You will complete papers in your major and deepen your knowledge and skills in these disciplines and in core areas such as project management. You will also carry out a research and development project in your specialist area for a client.
Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences (BCIS) Manukau Campus brochure.