Rhodes University Information Systems Honours, This course introduces students to research and advances students in the study of Information Systems and their development, providing a controlled maturing ground for students in preparation for the Information Systems profession and further research. A selection of IS topics are explored in depth via coursework as well as a project. It is offered on a full-time basis, or part-time over two years.
The IS Honours course addresses the following objectives:
• Introduce students to research in the field of Information Systems and contribute to the research effort of the Department
• Advance study in Information Systems
• Advance progressive application of Information Systems knowledge
• Prepare students for future positions of leadership in Information Systems
• Facilitate the development of professional communications
The Honours course takes one year to complete and consists of three major components:
• System Development Project
• Research Project
• A selection of Course Modules
The course comprises a selection of the following modules:
• Corporate Communications
• Research Methodology
• Business Analysis
• Enterprise Architecture
• ICT for Development
• Software Testing
• IS Management
• Virtual Collaboration
Prerequisistes: IS III (IS301 and IS302)
Students are requested to complete a Rhodes Application form in order to register. The Rhodes forms are available at http://www.ru.ac.za/postgraduategateway/honours/honoursapplication/. Selection is based on achievements in undergraduate courses. There are limited places available on the Honours programme.
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