AUT - Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
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Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
Overview
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
Starting date: February 27, 2012
July 16, 2012 (mid-year intake)
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.
- CIE: Minimum grade of D in AS Maths
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
An academic score of 120 will guarantee your place in this programme. If you achieve University Entrance 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.
The Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences (BCIS) provides a sound 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 BCIS is backed by a high profile industry advisory committee to ensure student learning is directly related to current and future industry needs. Students also carry out a significant project in industry, undertaking a real task for real clients.
Majors
- Computer Science
- IT Service Science
- Information Systems Science
- Networks and Security
- Software Development
Additional Majors and/or Minors
Students undertaking the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences may choose a second major either from those available within their degree (double major) or from the list of additional majors available from outside their degree. Minors are also available in these subjects. The availability of additional majors and minors will depend on timetabling and subject restrictions, and in some cases, choosing an additional major or minor may require students to undertake extra points to complete their degree.
WHAT THIS QUALIFICATION COVERS
Year One
This year gives students an introduction to computer and information sciences before they focus on a chosen major in years two and three. Core papers include communication skills, IT infrastructure, mathematics, computer networking and programming.
Year Two
Students begin to specialise in their chosen major. They 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.
They 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
Students complete papers in their major as well as a project in their specialist area for a ‘real world’ client.
Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences (BCIS) Manukau Campus brochure.