Bachelor of Arts (Information Studies)

Information is of central importance today and it is crucial that people can critically analyse and negotiate their way in this environment. In contrast to courses providing a training in information technology, information studies concentrates on examining information issues from social perspectives. In addition to learning about computer languages and communication systems, this major enables students not only to use, but also to critically analyse, reflect on and contribute to transforming information systems in their social context. The subjects in the major include a range of social science and humanities disciplines in Arts and beyond that specifically address information issues.

The core subjects look specifically at information issues. They do not assume prior study in the discipline. The subjects in the strands draw form established courses in four faculties.

Major Study

A major in Information Studies is an interdisciplinary program of core and optional subjects totalling 66 credit points, depending on the course strands chosen by the student. It includes at least 24 credit points at 300 level. Subjects are drawn from the Faculties of Arts, Commerce, Informatics and Law.

Students must complete all core subjects and the required subjects from two strands. Students may not take BOTH Strand 2 and Strand 4.

(Note: If required subjects in particular strands are not available, please see the coordinator of the major for advice on appropriate alternatives).

Minor Study

A minor in Information Studies consists of 28 or 30 credit points from the schedule of the major, including two subjects from the core and including one subject from each of the three levels. IACT subjects may not be counted with BUS subjects at 200 and 300 levels. Students may not cross-count any subjects from the minor in any other minor or major study.

Study Program