Bachelor of Information Systems (Co-op) (Honours)

About the course

The Bachelor of Information Systems (Co-op) (Honours) at UNSW combines information systems, business and technology, with a competitive co-op structure that integrates industry experience across the degree. You’ll develop skills to analyse organisational needs, design and deliver digital solutions, and manage technology-enabled change. The honours component supports deeper study and advanced capability in information systems at bachelor level. The programme builds programming, systems thinking, and data skills for technology-driven industries and startups.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles bridging business and technology, such as business analyst, systems analyst, product or project coordinator, IT consultant, digital transformation or change analyst, and data/technology-focused roles in organisations. The co-op industry experience helps build professional networks and workplace-ready skills for careers across consulting, finance, government, tech and large enterprises. This is a bachelor honours pathway in information systems. Preparing graduates for software development, IT support, data analysis, and technology consultancy entry roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)