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52 weeks
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Full-time
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Sydney
Building L5 and Blockhouse, UNSW Sydney Campus, KENSINGTON, NSW 2033
Student Information
Tuition Fee
A$38,016 (2026) / A$38,880 (2027)
Intakes
January, May, August
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
Domestic students:
International students:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Communication and Academic Literacy 4
Core unit, must be completed as part of every Diploma program.
Fundamentals of Mathematics B
Core unit (6 units of credit).
Mathematics 1A
Core unit (6 units of credit).
Mathematics 1B
Core unit (6 units of credit).
Introduction to Programming
Core unit (6 units of credit).
Computer Systems Fundamentals
Core unit (6 units of credit).
Software Engineering Fundamentals
Core unit (6 units of credit).
Physics 1A
Elective (choose two, depending on specialisation).
Physics 1B
Elective (choose two, depending on specialisation).
Higher Physics 1A
Elective (choose two, depending on specialisation).
Higher Physics 1B
Elective (choose two, depending on specialisation).
Introduction to Engineering Design and Innovation
Elective (choose two, depending on specialisation).
Molecules, Cells and Genes
Elective (choose two, depending on specialisation).
Applied Biomolecular Sciences
Elective (choose two, depending on specialisation).
Common Questions
Upon successful completion of the Diploma of Computer Science, you will progress directly into second year of a Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) at UNSW Sydney, within the top-ranked Faculty of Engineering.
The Diploma of Computer Science is a 12-month program delivered by UNSW College.
You will learn the same fundamental principles of computer science as students in the first year of UNSW Sydney's degree program, building the skills needed to progress into second year of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science).
The Diploma of Computer Science can lead to careers in technology including roles such as data analyst, cyber security consultant, and software developer, as well as providing a pathway to completing a full Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) degree at UNSW Sydney.
The Diploma of Computer Science is delivered by UNSW College (UNSW Global Pty Limited) on behalf of UNSW Sydney under CRICOS Provider Code 00098G, with UNSW Sydney holding TEQSA Provider ID PRV12055 as an Australian University.
Application
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Step 02
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Step 03
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