Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Informatics
Communication Studies and Language - Information Studies
Purpose and Rationale
The Informatics qualification is a career-oriented one-year program focusing on a single subject of study. It is designed to prepare students for advanced positions as a qualification/systems analyst/business analyst/information technologist/consultant in the information technology industry.
Students will gain the necessary knowledge, skills, and values required to excel in these roles. They will be equipped to advise organizations on the application of advanced information technology for the benefit of the organization, individual workers, and society as a whole.
Key Points:
- Subject: Informatics
- Duration: One year
- Career Opportunities: Systems analyst, business analyst, information technologist, consultant
- Focus: Advanced information technology applications
- Lifelong Learning: Emphasized in the program
- Assessment: Meets the requirements of integrated assessment
Overall, this qualification aims to empower individuals to make a meaningful impact in the IT industry through continuous learning and skill development.
Outcomes
- Identify and solve advanced organisational problems through the judicious application of information systems and information technology in new and specialised areas for the benefit of the organisation and its workers.
Assessment Criteria
Integrated Assessment includes continuous assessment through assignments, tests, and written and oral examinations. Practical competence is evaluated based on the successful completion of individual and group projects. Research ability is assessed through an individual research paper. Furthermore, written and oral examinations are conducted as part of the assessment process. Other evaluation methods include assessing written and practical assignments, as well as a completed research paper.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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