Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) is a degree that follows on from the Bachelor of Computer Science, providing you with an opportunity to develop theoretical and practical skills gained during your undergraduate course. A subject in research methodology will allow students to develop advanced research skills specific to disciplines within computer science. You will also have the opportunity to exercise these skills in a research project on a topic of your interest. In addition, students will also complete three elective subjects including data mining, software engineering, artificial intelligence, computer security and others. The program of study provides scholarly grounding in scientific research, high level of research competency, strong foundation in scientific work, advanced research skills in computer science, and preparation for future higher level research degrees.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

To qualify for entry into Honours, students must have qualified at this University for a Bachelor degree with an average of at least 75% across the major (or majors) in which the Honours degree will be undertaken
Additional requirement of a Distinction in two of the 300 level subjects required by the major
Recent secondary education: Admission may be based on your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS)
Other high-school qualifications considered include: GCE A-Levels, New Zealand NCEA Level 3, and overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications
Students may be admitted via Early Admission
Work and life experience: Admission is primarily based on academic qualifications; work or life experience is generally not considered
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people: UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over
Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications: Must provide academic records, and the course must be at least one-sixth complete; non-English documents must include an official English translation
English language proficiency: If English is not your first language, you must meet the University's English Language Requirements; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

AI Engineer, Analyst, Animator, Big Data Engineer, Computer Engineer, Cyber Security Analyst, Data Mining and Analysis, Data Scientist, Database Administrator, Electronics Engineer, Games or App Developer, Network Architect, Programmer, Security Engineer, Web Developer, Software Engineer, User Interface Designer

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)?

To qualify for entry into Honours, students must have qualified at this University for a Bachelor degree with an average of at least 75% across the major (or majors) in which the Honours degree will be undertaken, with the additional requirement of a Distinction in two of the 300 level subjects required by the major.

How long does the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) take to complete?

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) takes 1 year full-time, or a part-time equivalent, and is offered at the Wollongong campus with intakes in both Autumn and Spring sessions.

What subjects will I study in the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)?

Students will complete a subject in research methodology to develop advanced research skills, undertake a research project on a topic of their interest, and complete three elective subjects from areas including data mining, software engineering, artificial intelligence, computer security, and others.

Is the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) accredited?

Yes, the Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

What should I do before enrolling in the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)?

If you are considering an honours degree, you are encouraged to talk to the Program Coordinator well in advance to seek approval for enrolment, discuss your program, and negotiate a thesis topic and supervisors.

Application

How to Apply

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