Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Computer Science will prepare you to be part of a continually evolving and diverse field, developing new applications and systems to improve the modern world. You will develop skills and knowledge in the technical principles and applications of computer science as well as strengthen your problem solving, decision making and communication skills making you a confident and competent candidate for a role in the IT industry. The core units of this program provide students with the necessary computer science skills so that they are well prepared for work when graduated. The program stresses both the importance of theory and the application of theory into practice through projects and practical exercises.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

CDU Sydney

Level 10, 815 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Australian Defence Force (ADF) members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher): Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman; Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal; Army: Private, Lance Corporal.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduating from this course may lead to career opportunities as a computer scientist within the government sector, private companies and non-government organisations in areas such as web design and development, games developer, networking and application development, analyst, consultant, UX specialist, programmer, SEO specialist, database administrator, or business analyst.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units23 units

IAS201

Cultural Capabilities

Compulsory common unit (replaces CUC107 from 2024)

CUC106

Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology

Common unit (alternative to LAL100)

LAL100

Language, Literacy and Sustainability

Common unit, replaces CUC100 from 2024 (alternative to CUC106)

Software Now

Core unit

Computing Fundamentals

Core unit

Operating Systems and Applications

Core unit

SMA101

Mathematics 1A

Core unit

SMA102

Mathematics 1B

Core unit

Foundations of Data Science

Core unit, replaces STA101 from 2021

Algorithms and Complexity

Core unit

Mobile Web Structures

Core unit

Database Concepts

Core unit, replaces BIS234 from 2019

ENG229

Digital Systems and Computer Architecture

Core unit, replaces HIT235 from 2026

Building Interactive Software

Core unit

Network Engineering Applications

Core unit, replaces HIT174 from 2020

PMO201

Project Management

Core unit

ENG320

Embedded and Mobile Systems

Core unit, replaces HIT332 from 2026

ENG365

C Programming

Core unit, replaces HIT365 from 2026

Database-Driven Web Applications

Core unit

Cyber Security

Core unit, replaces BIS243 from 2019

Distributed Development

Core unit, replaces HIT337 from 2019

Human Computer Interaction Design

Core unit

Capstone Project

Core unit, replaces ENG303 from 2026

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bachelor of Computer Science professionally accredited?

Yes, the Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the level of professional practice in ICT and is therefore recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord.

What are the tuition fees for international students?

The annual tuition fee for full-time international students in 2026 is AUD $34,856.00, which equates to $4,357.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL). These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Can I receive credit for prior study or qualifications?

Yes, credit transfer arrangements are available to students commencing a bachelor degree at Charles Darwin University with completed Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree qualifications in the same field or discipline, subject to meeting criteria. Further information is available through CDU's Credit Transfer and Pathways and Advanced Standing pages.

What further study options are available after completing this degree?

After completing the Bachelor of Computer Science, students can progress into the Bachelor of Science (Honours) if they are suitable candidates, or they can continue with a Master of Information Technology.

How many credit points are required to complete the Bachelor of Computer Science and how is the course structured?

A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 240 credit points, comprising 20 credit points of Common Units (2 units), 200 credit points of Core Units (20 units), and 20 credit points of Elective units (2 units). A maximum of 100 credit points may be taken from 100 level units, and a minimum of 60 credit points must be taken from 300 level units or above.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $110,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $110,000 to $150,000 per year

Career Paths

Software Developer / Software EngineerCybersecurity Analyst / Security EngineerData Analyst / Data ScientistCloud Solutions ArchitectNetwork Engineer / Network Administrator

Key Skills

Programming and software development (Python, Java, C++, JavaScript)Database design, management, and SQL queryingCybersecurity principles, threat detection, and risk managementCloud computing and platform management (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Systems analysis and design

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Bachelor of Computer Science

About This Course

Available Locations

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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