Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Computer Science
Develop the foundation of new software technologies Computer Scientists work on challenging, complex problems. They develop the foundation of new software technologies, both theoretical and practical. Computer science is fundamental to the newest trends in computing. Including machine learning, autonomous systems, cybersecurity and virtual reality. These trends are part of…
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Develop the foundation of new software technologies
Computer Scientists work on challenging, complex problems. They develop the foundation of new software technologies, both theoretical and practical. Computer science is fundamental to the newest trends in computing. Including machine learning, autonomous systems, cybersecurity and virtual reality.
These trends are part of everyday technologies. This includes smart phones, online shopping, navigation, social media, games and smart appliances.
This degree produces innovative and resourceful computer scientists who can solve complex problems. They work in fields like AI, robotics, graphics, digital forensics, web development and security.
With this degree, you could develop sophisticated systems to support access to education. Or develop virtual reality programs to help people recover from post-traumatic stress. Or fight diseases by discovering biomarkers that allow early diagnosis.
Students enrolled in this degree are encouraged to apply for the Data and Digital Cadet Programs, delivered on campus in collaboration with The Australian Public Service (APS).
Through this program, you can gain valuable industry experience while completing your studies. APS supports you while you obtain your degree, offering a study allowance each semester. Upon program completion, successful students will be offered an ongoing full-time job with the organisation.
Course overview
Students are able to specialise in their degree by choosing one of the three majors in which they will study a special suite of courses.
Each of the majors will further develop in-depth technical knowledge and skills in that field of computing and prepare them to work effectively in that area. The available majors are:
Computer Systems and Robotics
Cyber Security
Software Development
Career opportunities
Computer science is a high-growth industry with lots of available roles, but there are so many jobs that haven’t even been invented yet! Opportunities exist all over the world in almost every industry from IT to business, education, health, manufacturing, defence and many more.
Some typical positions include:
Full Stack Developer
Computer Software Program Manager
Games Developer
Business Intelligence Director
Cyber Security Advisor
Security Architect.
Once you graduate, some additional roles might include:
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Specialist
Information Security Analyst
Process Automation Specialist
Digital Transformation Specialist.
These are all emerging roles which have been identified as being in high demand in Australia according to the World Economic Forum’s The Future of Jobs Report 2020.
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