Bachelor of Computer Science

Computer scientists focus on the theoretical foundations and practical approaches to computation and its applications. They design methods and tools, writing programs for computer applications uses, Artificial Intelligence (AI), stock market trend analysis, cyber security and patient monitoring in hospitals and more. 

You will study the fundamentals of computer science and IT: programming, problem-solving, network and communications, web technology, data management, system analysis, human-computer interaction, and project management. Specialise in a major from your second year of study by choosing one or more of the following majors: Artificial Intelligence and Big Data ,Cyber Security, Digital Systems Security (Wollongong campus only), Game and Mobile Development (Wollongong campus only), and Software Engineering.

In your final year you will develop your own application as part of a team project, developing solutions to real-world problems provided by our industry partners. 

On completion of the Bachelor of Computer Science, you will be able to remain relevant to industry trends and developments as you enter this in-demand career. 

Areas of study

For 754100 Wollongong campus: Artificial intelligence and big data, cyber security, digital systems security, game and mobile development, software engineering. For 754120 Liverpool campus: Artificial intelligence and big data, cyber security, software engineering. Additional majors including digital systems security, or game and mobile development can be studied at the Wollongong Campus.

Career opportunities

AI engineer, analyst, animator, big data engineer, computer engineer, cyber security analyst, data mining & analysis, data scientist, database administrator, electronics engineer, games or app developer, network architect, programmer, security engineer, software engineer, user interface designer, web developer.

Professional recognition

UOW Computer Science degrees are accredited with the Australian Computer Society.

Practical experience

Optional internships, industry projects and other career-ready learning opportunities. In your final year you will develop your own application as part of an annual student team project, developing solutions for real-world problems provided by our industry partners.

Honours

Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.

Fees and charges

Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.