Sastudy

Course Entity: Faculty of Information Science

  • National Diploma: Biotechnology

    What are the functions of a Microbiologist/ Biotechnologist? Quality control in enterprises such as the following: water purification plants, food processing factories, dairies, pharmaceutical factories, sewerage plants, etc. Liaison with chemical engineers and technicians in the fermentation and biotechnology industries. Career opportunities A career as a microbiologist/biotechnologist offers challenging and exciting opportunities in a variety…

  • BSc in Information Technology and Computer Science (Scientific Computing Stream)

    This specialised degree is aimed at students interested in careers in the development of computer-based systems, whether for business applications or the software control systems in power plants, aircraft and medical devices.

  • BSc in Information Technology and Computer Science (Information and Decision modelling Stream)

    This programme prepares students to use operations research and information systems in a decision-making environment, whether in financial services, technology or business. It integrates modelling skills, algorithmic and heuristic techniques from operations research with computer systems principles and practice, and also paves the way for postgraduate studies in the field.

  • BSc in Information Technology and Computer Science (Decision modelling and Computing Stream)

    This programme offers students the theoretical and practical competence to use operations research and computer science in a decision-making environment. The focus is on using modelling skills and numerical and programming techniques to make real-life decision and solve management problems.

  • Diploma in Information Science (Children and Youth)

    Preparing students to deliver library and information services to children and youth is the primary aim of this programme. It consists of 20 modules spread over two levels, with the emphasis on promoting reading and information literacy.

  • Diploma in Information Science

    This diploma is ideal for students preparing for a career in library and information services, whether in community facilities, government departments or at private record centres. It consists of 20 modules spread over two levels. The first level focuses on personal information retrieval and information literacy; introduces students to information sources and services; and introduces…

  • BSc in Information Technology and Computer Science (Computational Statistics [Programming] Stream)

    After completing this degree, students will have the statistical skills and computational techniques to make a meaningful contribution to any computing team. The programme strikes a sound balance between statistical, mathematical and computing modules, and also includes an introduction to the business world and business information systems.

  • Bachelors in Information Science

    The Bachelor of Information Science degree has been conflated from a four year to a three-year degree from 2007. Students registered prior to 2007 should follow the old curriculum (four-year degree). The curriculum for the BInf degree comprises 30 modules. The major subjects are Information Science and Applied Information Science.

  • BSc in Information Technology and Computer Science (Information Technology Management)

    This degree is designed for students seeking a study field that combines technological know-how with business exposure, enabling them to prepare for careers as software developers in a business environment.

  • BTech in Information Technology

    This programme is aimed at students preparing for IT positions and equips them with all-round knowledge and skills that are widely in demand. Students will specialise in Software Development.