Bachelor of Information Systems

Yes, the Bachelor of Information Systems at UNSW is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) for provisional membership at the Professional Level, which is recognised and respected across the industry.

Students can choose to focus their studies in one of three elective streams: Information Systems in Data Analytics, Information Systems in Cybersecurity Management, or Information Systems in Organisations. Alternatively, students can pursue a generalist stream by choosing any combination of prescribed IS electives.

Yes, the Bachelor of Information Systems includes guaranteed Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) as part of its program. Students must complete a 6 UOC WIL course — chosen from options such as the Industry Experience Program, Industry Consulting Project, Future of Work Project, Global Business Practicum, or Social Entrepreneurship Practicum — satisfying a minimum of 150 hours of professional work.

Yes, students can combine the Bachelor of Information Systems with a complementary degree. Double degree options include combining Information Systems with Commerce or Actuarial Studies. Studying for a double degree can help you gain a breadth of skills and become a specialist in your field without necessarily doubling your workload or study duration.

For domestic students, the 2026 indicative first year full fee is $14,500, with the indicative full fee to complete the degree being $37,500. For international students, the 2026 indicative first year full fee is $56,500, with the indicative full fee to complete the degree being $181,000.