Last intake in 2016

Key to understanding economic forces and change

This programme studies information systems and how organisations and societies use and exploit new information and communication technologies (ICT).

Emphasis is on the organisational and social aspects of the efforts organisations make to accommodate ICT, change their practices, and achieve benefits.

You are required to submit coursework, including computer-based work. You will need access to a standard PC with standard database, spreadsheet, programming language and word processor software. All these are available in the SIM computer labs.

Graduates have found fulfilling positions as Network Engineers, MIS Executives, Information Programmers and Business Analysts.

Job Prospects

In the 2014/2015 Graduate Employment Survey conducted by an external consultant, 87.3% were employed.

Of those in full-time permanent positions, 64% received the job offer before their final examination results were released.

Among the employed, 6.8% of them had started their own businesses. This is testament to the fact that SIM-UOL graduates are sought after by top employers in Singapore and around the world.

For more info on job prospects, please refer to the brochure.

Teaching Faculty

Local faculty, with intensive workshops by UK academics.

Delivery Mode

Lectures, group discussions, workshops and online study

Duration of each lesson in 3 hours.

Mode of Study

Full time classes are held in three-hour blocks between Monday and Saturday, starting at 8.30am, 12pm, or 3.30pm. There are occasional classes on weeknights at 7pm and on Sundays and public holidays. Classes for part-time programmes are held from 7 to 10pm on weekends or on Saturdays, with occasional classes on Sundays and public holidays. Local students may transfer between the part-time and full-time programme after a year, at the annual course enrolment exercise for continuing students.

Learning Support

• Annual intensive revision from mid-March to end-April (lessons may be held in the evenings / weekends / public holidays).
• Classes on study skills, academic writing and Peer-Assisted Learning sessions.

Academic Materials

• Virtual Learning Environment
• SIM Connect portal
• University materials such as subject guides, past exam papers and exam commentaries, reading lists and handbooks on good study strategies

Programme Calendar

Year 1 classes Sep 2017 – Feb 2018 (local students)
Year 1 classes Sep 2017 – Feb 2018 (international students)
Year 1 classes Sep 2017 – Feb 2018 (with exemptions)
Year 2 classes Sep 2017 – Feb 2018

Revision Mar – Apr 2018
Exams May 2018
Results released mid-Aug 2018

Candidature Period

Minimum / Maximum period:
Standard BSc (Hons) (12 units) 3 years / 8 years
Graduate BSc (Hons) (9 units) 2 years / 8 years
The candidature period may be extended by the University on a case-by-case basis.

No refund or recourse should the student fail to complete within the maximum period.

At SIM, students who are academically weak and find it difficult to progress or complete the programme within the minimum duration will receive counselling.

SIM reserves the right to recommend and withdraw a student who cannot cope with the demands of the programme, especially when the student’s pass has expired.

Minimum Class Size

Minimum class size to commence: 25 students. Students will be informed within 30 days after the application period.

Curriculum

Standard Entry Route:

The minimum duration of this programme is 3 years. It has 12 full units:

100 units
1. IS1060 Introduction to information systems
2. MN1178 Business and management in a global context
3. IS1168 Introduction to computer systems architecture and programming
4. One unit taken from the following:

• IR1011 Introduction to international relations
• SC1179 Contemporary sociology in a global age

200 and 300 Units 
5. MN2177 Core management Concepts (MN1178)
6. IS2062 Information systems development and management (IS1060 or IS2136)
7. IS2138 Information and communication technologies: principles and perspectives (IS1060 + IS1168)
8. IS3139 Software engineering: theory and application (IS2062 + IS2138)
9. IS3159 Research project in information systems (IS2062 + IS2138)
10. IS3167 Management and innovation of e-business
11. One 300 unit from Selection group M
12. * One 100, 200 or 300 full course (or two half units) chosen from any of the Selection groups

Graduate Entry Route:

The minimum duration of this 9 full-unit programme, which is offered on full-time basis, is three years.

100 units
1. IS1060 Introduction to information systems
2. MN1178 Business and management in a global context
3. IS1168 Introduction to computer systems architecture and programming
4. One unit taken from the following:

• IR1011 Introduction to international relations
• SC1179 Contemporary sociology in a global age

200 and 300 units
5. MN2177 Core management Concepts (MN1178)
6. IS2062 Information systems development and management (IS1060 or IS2136)
7. IS2138 Information and communication technologies: principles and perspectives (IS1060 + IS1168)
8. IS3139 Software engineering: theory and application (IS2062 + IS2138) or IS3159 Research project in information systems (IS2062 + IS2138)
9. IS3167 Management and innovation of e-business

Notes:

A 100 half unit may not be paired with a 200 or 300 half unit.
Bridging is not recommended for candidates applying to this degree.
* APL awarded from one named or unnamed 100 unit can be placed here.

Entry Requirements

General Entrance Requirements (GER) are:

• Applicant must be 17 years or older by 30 November in the year of registration with UOL
• Satisfy course requirements in English (PDF 206 KB) and Mathematics (PDF 38 KB)
• Two approved* GCE ‘A’ /h6 level subjects and three approved* GCE ‘O’ level subjects, OR
• Three approved* GCE ‘A’ /h6 level subjects and one approved* GCE ‘O’ level subject, OR
• Three h6 passes provided that at least grades D, E, E are obtained, OR
• Two h6 and two H1 passes provided they are in non-overlapping subjects

*Approved subjects are ‘A’ level papers taken after 1986 and all ‘O’ level subjects taken after 1975 in Singapore.

The following qualifications may meet GER for admission into Year 1:

• Diploma in Accounting, Banking and Finance, International Business and Management Studies awarded by SIM
• Diplomas awarded by Nanyang Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic or Temasek Polytechnic
• Teaching certificate from NIE/NTU
• Diploma in Employment Relations from Ong Teng Cheong Labour Leadership Institute (OTCi) and SIM University (UNISIM).
• Diploma from PSB Academy with average of 60% or better, done 9 months full time or 12 months part time and with at least 4 O level passes.
• NUS High School Diploma.
• University of London International Foundation Certificate
• University of London Diploma in Economics / Certificate of Higher Education in Social Sciences
• Northern Consortium UK International Foundation Year (China syllabus) (in and after June 2004), provided at least 200 IFY points have been obtained and that the module English for Academic Purposes is passed at grade C or above.
• International Baccalaureate (the Diploma). Must have completed Mathematics/ Mathematical Studies at Higher Level grade 3 or better or Standard Level grade 4 or better. English at grade 4 or better meets the English requirement.
• Two passes for the Malaysia Higher School Certificate/ Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (except Kertas Am) Grades A-C from 2003 in the new marking scheme (A-E in the old marking scheme before 2003) + 3 SPM at grade C or better including Mathematics.
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) offered in Malaysia provided that 5 acceptable subjects are passed at credit (or Grade B) or better, together with 3 non-overlapping subjects awarded with grades 1 to 6 (Grade A – C) in the SPM OR 8 acceptable UEC subjects passed at Credit (or Grade B) or better.
• Malaysian Certificate of Education/SPM English Language Communicational (122 or 322) grade 6 (C) or better meets the English requirement
• The GER includes a pass (Grade C6 and above) in Mathematics at the GCE ‘O’ level and proof of competence in the English Language.

The list is not exhaustive and is subject to annual revision.

Last intake in 2016

• Business Diploma graduates: exempted up to 4 foundation units and may qualify for exemption from selected units if you also complete the SIM bridging courses in Economics and/or Mathematics.
• Qualifications on which exemptions are based must have been obtained within 5 years of the candidate’s application for exemption.
• Qualifications that do not qualify for automatic exemption will require a fee of £85 per full unit or £43 per half unit.

Last intake in 2016

Assessment & Exams

Completion of class tests, assignments and preliminary exams is highly encouraged in preparation for the University’s annual exams.

Exams accounts for 100% grading, except for some units where coursework is assessed by the University.

Successful completion of 12 modules is required to qualify for the degree. The 200 and 300 units modules normally carry more weight than the 100 units.

Grading Scheme

70-100 : First Class Honours
60-69 : Upper Second Class Honours
50-59 : Lower Second Class Honours
40-49 : Third Class Honours
0-39 : Fail

Promotion

Candidates are expected to take on 4 full units per academic year and 3 years to graduate.

• A Pass or exemption from at least two Level 100 units modules before they attempt Level 200/300 units.
• A pass in a unit shall not be eligible for a re-sit.
• Failure in a module shall be eligible to be repeated / re-sit in the exam up to a maximum of 3 attempts for each paper.

Attendance requirement

Local: 75%
Student’s Pass holders: 90%

Graduation

The award of the BSc (Hons) degree requires successful completion of all 12 units.

Graduates may choose to participate in the presentation ceremony on SIM campus in April or the University of London (UK) in March.

Graduates of the UOL International Programmes may progress to postgraduate studies either locally or overseas.