This program provides foundational studies in computer science and mathematics, followed by advanced work in information technology and more specialised areas of computer science. In addition, students may select other computer science, mathematics and statistics courses as well as courses from a wide range of other disciplines.

A core of computer science courses is studied in second and third year, including studies of programming and software engineering, operating systems, computer networks and database systems.

Assessment can vary from course to course and can include a combination of class work, tutorials, project work and exams.

Graduates are highly regarded by employers and have been successful in a wide variety of areas. Employment opportunities exist in the areas of administration, business data processing, computer programming, computer science, engineering design, financial software, games programming, graphics programming, information technology management, Internet commerce, network management and support, quality improvement, scientific data analysis, systems analysis, software engineering, systems support, real-time process control and user interface programming.

Career Pathways
Within the Bachelor of Computer Science, students are able to tailor their program to guide them to a particular career. Some of the options available are:

• Computer Graphics: As computing becomes a more visual medium, the demand for computer scientists with skills in the areas of computer vision, graphics, networking and broadband telecommunications increases. With the right choice of computer science courses and electives, students will be well prepared for a rewarding career in this area.
• Database and Information Systems Management: An increasingly important field in the area of information technology, with large volumes of data needing to be correctly stored and interpreted. It is recommended that students thinking about this type of career also undertake electives from the discipline of statistics.
• Network Management: Have you ever been frustrated by a slow Internet connection? Graduates in this area focus on the technical aspects of the design and implementation of data communications networks, including security and robustness. Choosing courses specifically focused on network issues will assist students to follow this career path.
• Software Engineering: An essential discipline for anyone aiming to write reliable software for complex systems. Computer science degrees offer several software engineering courses, which include group projects tackling real-world problems and cover the creation of software from its conception to delivery.

• Basic skills and knowledge (Computer Science/Information Technology, problem solving skills, analytical skills, communication skills and flexibility) necessary for a successful career in Computer Science/Information Technology.
• Able to apply knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals, including programming, computer systems, data structures and computer networks.
• Able to design complex systems involving both hardware, software and networks, using software engineering techniques.
• Appreciation of current technologies.  
• Able to communicate effectively, not only with other computer scientists, but with the community at large on information technology issues.
• Contribute effectively as members of multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be leaders or managers as well as effective team members.
• Able, by self directed study, to remain up to date with developments in their careers/professions.
• Innovative and creative, adaptable and able to guide developments in their careers/professions.
• Educated in a broad sense, are well informed and can take their place as leaders in the community.
• Appreciation of professional conduct and ethical issues pertinent to the information technology industry.

The Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). It also provides the necessary academic requirements for membership of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and the American-based Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).

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