Bachelor of Computer Science

Launch your tech career with a future-ready Bachelor of Computer Science that equips you with the skills and mindset to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. The program builds strong foundations in programming, software development, cloud computing and data analytics, while immersing you in cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital twins and quantum computing. You also explore the ethical and social dimensions of computing, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity, digital trust and responsible innovation. Designed to go beyond technical mastery, the degree fosters critical thinking, adaptability and leadership skills, empowering you to drive innovation, solve complex challenges and contribute to meaningful social impact across industries and communities.

The degree requires 240 credit points: 170 credit points of computer science specified units, a 10 credit point community engagement unit, 20 credit points of Core Curriculum units and 40 credit points of elective units. Specified units include data structures and algorithms, operating systems, computer networks, cloud computing, data and information management, introductory data science and machine learning, and cyber security.

The community engagement unit is a transformational learning opportunity that engages students with communities experiencing disadvantage or marginalisation, for example by working with social enterprises or a not-for-profit organisation, allowing students to explore their ethics and empathy, gain new perspectives, and apply digital literacies, communication skills, technical skills and judgement. The course is offered at ACU's North Sydney campus over three years full-time or the equivalent part-time, with a Semester 1 intake and a midyear intake.