Bachelor of Commerce specializing in Information Systems & Computer Science at Cape town university

The degree of Bachelor of Commerce (Information Systems) is designed for students who wish to specialize in Information Systems (IS). Information systems specialists focus on integrating information technology solutions and business processes to meet the information needs of businesses, the community, and the government.

Admission Requuirement

Candidates should have a first-class degree in Mathematical Statistics from a recognized university, with at least two years of Mathematics.

Candidates with excellent results in degrees in related subjects may also be considered, but it is essential that candidates have a solid grounding in Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (up to HEQSF Level 6).

TRANSFERRING APPLICANTS

Applicants wishing to transfer to the Commerce Faculty (both from within UCT and outside of UCT) will be considered having regard to:

• Meeting the minimum school subject requirements for Commerce

• Meeting the minimum points requirement used for entry to Commerce

• Only applicants who have not yet graduated are required to write the National Benchmark Test results

• Post School academic record:

It is unlikely that students who have failed one or more courses will be accepted and/or who have an
overall percentage below 60 Particular attention will be given to courses relevant to the Commerce Faculty and to the
proposed stream(s).

Entrance examinations may be required to continue in certain disciplines.

Please refer to the Commerce website or contact the Faculty Office for further information.

GUARANTEED ADMISSION

53

MINIMUM SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS

MATHEMATICS

IB Diploma with Grade 5 Higher Level or Grade 6 Standard Level

NOTE Mathematical Studies or Maths Main are not accepted.

ENGLISH

IB Diploma with Grade 3 Higher Level or Grade 5 Standard Level (English Literature is accepted.)

What are the job opportunities for commerce with computer science?

Chartered Accountant.

Business Analyst.

Budget Analyst.

Financial Consultant.

Computer Software Developer.

Auditor.

Computer Programmer.

App Developer.

How long does it take to study information systems?

On average, it will take four years to learn information systems.

Completing a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems is a typical prerequisite for most jobs in this profession.

When earning your bachelor’s in computer information systems, you will take a combination of business and computer classes.