Bachelor of Computing (Honours)
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Bachelor of Computing (Honours)
This additional one-year program is normally undertaken by students with an excellent academic record in the Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Information Technology degrees who wish to broaden their knowledge as further preparation for professional practice or to meet the requirements for admission to a research degree. Students…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This additional one-year program is normally undertaken by students with an excellent academic record in the Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Information Technology degrees who wish to broaden their knowledge as further preparation for professional practice or to meet the requirements for admission to a research degree.
Students enrolled in the program are required to complete a project and directed courses in research methods or advanced topics in computing.
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
Advanced and in-depth knowledge of computing fundamentals directed towards an ability to undertake research projects in at least one area of computer science or information technology.
Ability to communicate effectively with researchers in computer science and related fields.
Advanced technical competencies in a discipline of computer science or information technology and the capacity to undertake postgraduate research.
Ability to apply advanced concepts in research and development within the information, communication and technology (ICT) industry.
Ability to undertake in depth, self-directed analysis (such as literature reviews) of the current level of knowledge in any area of computer science or information technology.
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.
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.
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.
1 QS World University Rankings 2023
2 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022
3 Innovation Connections IC Report 2014 - 2020
4 The University of Newcastle Data Warehouse 2021
5 QILT Graduates Outcomes Survey 2018 - 2020