BCom Hons: Informatics at University of Pretoria

BCom (Informatics Information Systems) studies the application and use of computers and information systems in the organization.

Admission requirements

Relevant BCom degree with Information Technology, Informatics or Information Systems at final-year level

A weighted average of at least 60% for Information Technology or Informatics or Information Systems at the final year level

Minimum duration of study 1 year

What can I do with BCom informatics?

System consultant.

System designer.

Business analyst.

IT architect.

IT coordinator.

System architect.

Business informatics specialist.

Developer.

Is a degree in informatics worth it?

Yes, a masters in health informatics is worth it for many students.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics is projecting 15% job growth in healthcare occupations over the next 10 years.

Common healthcare informatics careers include administrators, data analysts, project managers, IT consultants, and computer system specialists.

Is informatics a good career?

The health informatics field is an exceptionally good career choice with a wide variety of job titles and jobs available at every degree program level. The starting and average salaries are above average across the country.

How much does Business Informatics earn?

BCom Informatics graduates, for example, can only expect to earn between R96,000 and R144,000 annually in their first job.