Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours)
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Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours)
Become an engineer capable of solving the world’s greatest challenges Computer systems engineers use digital and computing technologies to solve problems in industrial systems. As part of this program, students will learn to combine creativity with technology. Students will develop both hardware and software for electronic and ICT systems. These…
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Become an engineer capable of solving the world’s greatest challenges
Computer systems engineers use digital and computing technologies to solve problems in industrial systems. As part of this program, students will learn to combine creativity with technology. Students will develop both hardware and software for electronic and ICT systems. These skills are essential in rapidly growing fields like the Internet of Things, autonomous vehicles, and machine learning.
Computer Systems Engineering graduates have a unique skill set. Their skills span hardware design, software design, communications systems and networks. Graduates will combine these skills in creative and innovative ways to solve real-world problems.
With this degree, you could be developing advanced computing hardware and software for diverse sectors. Computer systems engineers work with sectors that are the building blocks of modern society. Key sectors include automation, smart homes, intelligent transport, e-health, aviation, and civic infrastructure.
Course overview
Build critical technical engineering skills in:
Internet of things
Embedded systems
Communication networks
Computer and electrical engineering
Software engineering
Programmable logic design
Electronics design
Cyber security
Career opportunities
Computer systems engineers work in a wide range of industries. Roles are flexible and diverse. You may prefer hands-on fieldwork or design and development. Or you might prefer a leadership role managing people and projects.
Engineering is the most commonly held degree of the highest performing Fortune 500 CEOs. The CEOs of companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon and Tesla Motors are all engineers.
Professional outcomes:
Information and Communications Technologist
Computer Systems Engineer/Specialist/Analyst
Systems Engineer
Information Technology Manager
Network Engineer
Solutions Architect
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Newcastle, Australia is a world-class university. Excellence in teaching, research, and the student experience are our focus.
The University of Newcastle is one of the world’s top 200 universities1, known for making a global impact and top 5 in the world for partnering for a more sustainable future2.Â
We embrace technology and best practice to deliver the best possible student experience. Our mission is to help students become life-ready graduates. We do this through practical learning, innovative styles of teaching, internationally recognised study programs and world-class research.Â
We are number one in Australia for industry collaboration3, our partnerships help our more than 39,000 students4 to be more employable and start on higher salaries than the Australian average5.Â
1 QS World University Rankings 2023
2 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022 Â
3 Innovation Connections IC Report 2014 - 2020Â
4 The University of Newcastle Data Warehouse 2021Â
5 QILT Graduates Outcomes Survey 2018 - 2020Â
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