CourseBachelor DegreeBBusCom/BCompSci

B2048 Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science

Faculty of Business and Economics

Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science (B2048) is a 4 years full-time, 192-credit-point, bachelor degree course from the Faculty of Business and Economics, taught at Malaysia. In 2023 you can choose from 9 majors and 2 specialisations. Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.

Credit points
192
Duration
4 years full time
8 years part time
Campus
Malaysia
On campus
Guaranteed ATAR
70

This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Overview

Data analytics and business intelligence are indispensable facets of modern businesses. Industry need for data is increasing, as organizations harvest information from datasets for strategic decision-making. The combination of business and computer science equips you with the skills to harness big data, apply analytical tools and provide innovative solutions to the ever-evolving business challenges.

These skills are inter-related. Business graduates with computer science expertise are well positioned to ride the wave in big data; while business knowledge enables computer science graduates to interpret data and communicate outcomes in a more nuanced, effective manner. In every business sector, from banking and finance, manufacturing, logistics to marketing, computing expertise significantly enhances business analytics. At the same time, you will gain all the benefits of each degree and be fully equipped to pursue a career in either field or to combine the two in your chosen work.   

The business and commerce course is designed to provide you with high-level skills in a range of key business disciplines. It will provide you with the skills to work in and manage different functions across an organisation. It blends a conceptual theoretical framework with practical applications, providing both a broad basis for business and commerce study and the more specific knowledge of your selected major.

The computer science course equips you with the skills to apply computers and software to problem-solving. Its practical applications span all disciplines including science, engineering, business and commerce, creative and performing arts and the humanities. You will learn how to think like a computer scientist about processes and their descriptions. This will enable you to design algorithms (instructions for computers) and data structures (ways to store information). You will also acquire practical programming skills to implement these in efficient software that solves real-world problems. The course provides strong foundations in the theory of computation and its connection to mathematics. You have a choice of two specialisations – advanced computer science studies or data science. Advanced computer science studies examines graphics, intelligent systems and networks in greater depth; whereas a specialization in data science pertains to the handling of massive datasets of the information age.  (Please note the Data Science Specialisation is not currently offered.) Your studies will conclude with a significant project in the area of your specialisation.  

Course structure

Course requirements
You will complete your Bachelor of Computer Science specialisation and one major in the Bachelor of Commerce. Where you have space in your degree you may complete a second major with no more than two units contributing towards both of your chosen majors or towards both a major and the specialisation
Business and Commerce component96 credit points
You must complete 96 credit points from Parts A and B as described in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce below. Note: If you are completing the Accountancy major as part of your double degree, please note ECM1953 is required for professional accreditation.
Computer Science component96 credit points
You must complete 96 credit points, including all of the requirements in Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D and Part E, for the Bachelor of Computer Science.

NOTE: The Data Science specialisation in Part C Specialist discipline knowledge is not currently available to students undertaking B2048 Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science.
The handbook's description of this structure

Double degree courses include the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced.

Business and Commerce

B2026 Bachelor of Business and Commerce is a comprehensive course, structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete:

Part A. Business and commerce specified study

This will provide you with a broad foundation for your study of business and commerce and expose you to several business disciplines. It will contribute breadth to your knowledge of business and commerce and develop your understanding of multi-disciplinary decision making in organisations. It will also give you the opportunity to learn more about each discipline before finalising your choice of major.

Part B. Business listed major

This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area. You will develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of your major area of study.

Computer Science

C2001 Bachelor of Computer Science is a specialist course, developed through the themes of computer science foundation study, professional skills study, specialist discipline knowledge, problem-solving and analytic skills study, which come together in applied practice. In the double degree course you complete:

Part A. Computer science foundation study

This study will develop your understanding of the role and theoretical basis of computer science and computational methods.

Part B. Professional skills study

This study develops professional skills by providing an understanding and appreciation of the ethical and professional guidelines applicable to computer science, developing the ability to work as an effective team member, developing the ability to communicate proficiently and appropriately for professional practice, and developing formal project management skills.

Part C. Specialist discipline knowledge

This study will develop your in-depth knowledge of the specific computer science methods of your specialised field within computer science.

Part D. Problem solving and analytical skills study

This study will develop your ability to apply appropriate methodologies in computer science and develop efficient computational solutions. It develops strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply analytical thinking.

Part E. Applied practice

The above knowledge and skills are integrated and consolidated in applied practice as demonstrated in a computer or data science project, and in some cases in an industry-based learning placement.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study

You must complete 192 points, of which 96 points are from the Bachelor of Business and Commerce (including all the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree) and 96 points from the Bachelor of Computer Science (including all of the requirements in Parts A, B, C, D and E for the single degree).

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Structure - 192 credit points

To see the Business and Economics component of the degree please refer to the single Bachelor of Business and Commerce. 

To see the Information Technology component of the degree please refer to the single Bachelor of Computer Science.

NOTE: Part C Specialist discipline knowledge - The Data Science specialisation is not currently available to students undertaking B2048 Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science

You will complete your Bachelor of Computer Science specialisation and one major in the Bachelor of Commerce. Where you have space in your degree you may complete a second major with no more than two units contributing towards both of your chosen majors or towards both a major and the specialisation

Areas of study

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank

70; International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 3 (80-82.49); UERT Post-Secondary Band 2+ (High Credit)

Other applicants

All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites.

VET Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma graduates:

To be considered, applicants will normally require at least 60% average.Preference will be given to students whose prior studies are related to the course in which they are seeking admission. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements.

English language

Monash Level A, that is: IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test

Pathways

Refer to the Course description for each partner course.

More information

Professional accreditation

Refer to the Course description for each partner course

Other information

Data analytics and business intelligence are indispensable facets of modern businesses. Industry need for data is increasing, as organizations harvest information from datasets for strategic decision-making. The combination of business and computer science equips you with the skills to harness big data, apply analytical tools and provide innovative solutions to the ever-evolving business challenges.

These skills are inter-related. Business graduates with computer science expertise are well positioned to ride the wave in big data; while business knowledge enables computer science graduates to interpret data and communicate outcomes in a more nuanced, effective manner. In every business sector, from banking and finance, manufacturing, logistics to marketing, computing expertise significantly enhances business analytics. At the same time, you will gain all the benefits of each degree and be fully equipped to pursue a career in either field or to combine the two in your chosen work.   

The business and commerce course is designed to provide you with high-level skills in a range of key business disciplines. It will provide you with the skills to work in and manage different functions across an organisation. It blends a conceptual theoretical framework with practical applications, providing both a broad basis for business and commerce study and the more specific knowledge of your selected major.

The computer science course equips you with the skills to apply computers and software to problem-solving. Its practical applications span all disciplines including science, engineering, business and commerce, creative and performing arts and the humanities. You will learn how to think like a computer scientist about processes and their descriptions. This will enable you to design algorithms (instructions for computers) and data structures (ways to store information). You will also acquire practical programming skills to implement these in efficient software that solves real-world problems. The course provides strong foundations in the theory of computation and its connection to mathematics. You have a choice of two specialisations – advanced computer science studies or data science. Advanced computer science studies examines graphics, intelligent systems and networks in greater depth; whereas a specialization in data science pertains to the handling of massive datasets of the information age.  (Please note the Data Science Specialisation is not currently offered.) Your studies will conclude with a significant project in the area of your specialisation.  

Common questions

How long is Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science?

4 years full time, 192 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 8 semesters of full-time study.

What majors can I take in Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science?

9 majors in 2023, including Accountancy; Applied economics; Banking and financial management; Business analytics; Business and commerce studies; Econometrics and business statistics; International business management; and Management.

What ATAR do I need for Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science?

The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2023 entry is 70.

Where can I study Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science?

At Malaysia.

How do I plan my Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science units?

Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.

Course details

Qualification
Bachelor Degree
AQF level
Level 7
Credit points
192
Full time
4 Years
Part time
8 Years
Maximum time
10 years
Faculty
Faculty of Business and Economics
Abbreviation
BBusCom/BCompSci
Award titles
Bachelor of Business and CommerceBachelor of Computer ScienceBachelor of Computer Science in Data Science (This award is currently not offered)
Handbook years
20232024202520262027