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Bachelor of Computer Graphics
B.CompGr
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 3 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Bachelor |
The Bachelor of Computer Graphics is suitable for students interested in developing interactive, visual software. The program covers computer science aspects of modern graphics technology, software engineering principles and practice, and the use of industry standard modelling and animation packages. Graduates are well prepared for technical careers in worldwide fields as diverse as computer game development, defence, film post production, science, engineering and medical visualisation.
This program provides foundational studies in computer science and mathematics, followed by advanced work in more specialised areas of computer science and computer graphics. Other courses covered are in core computer science and mathematics, modelling and animation, graphics related programming, and software engineering. The focus of the content of the degree is thus on software engineering, the mathematical and computing concepts behind computer graphics, hardware concepts for computer graphics, creative visualisation, modelling and animation. Students who perform well can undertake an additional year of study to obtain Honours. The Honours degree can provide access to postgraduate study and a wider range of professional opportunities in the computing industry.
The Bachelor of Computer Graphics initially focuses on building a general computer science and mathematical background, which is essential for a technical career in software development. This is coupled with an understanding of the 3D modelling and animation technology that underlies computer graphics. Later stages of the program focus on the technical aspects of writing 3D graphics applications, and on the software engineering skills that are required to successfully complete team based projects. Advanced courses in 3D modelling and animation are also included, giving graduates a complete grasp of all aspects of computer graphics development.
The program emphasises practical skills as well as an understanding of the issues underlying computer graphics software that will serve graduates well throughout their careers. Students who perform well can undertake an additional year of study to obtain a Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours. The honours degree can provide access to postgraduate study and a wider range of professional opportunities in the computing industry.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| 2009 CSP IB | 24 |
| SATAC Code | 324541 |
| 2009 CSP TER | 66.5 |
| HESS group
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General |
| Annual tuition fees
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Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567
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| Mid-year entry? | Subject to availability |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| International TER | 70 |
| IB | 24 |
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $23,100 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
| International TER | 70 |
| IB | 24 |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| International TER | 70 |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $23,100 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
| Level I |
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Semester 1
Semester 2
** Level I Maths requirement: Students are encouraged to satisfy the Level I Maths requirement by doing Maths IA followed by Maths IB, as above and to take MATHS 1008 Mathematics for Information Technology I as a level I elective. Note however that the prerequisite for Maths IA is either SACE Stage 2 Specialist Maths (or equivalent) or the University course MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA, so some students will need to successfully complete Maths IMA prior to doing Maths IA followed by Maths IB. Alternatively, a student can satisfy the Level I Maths requirement by just doing the course MATHS 1008 Mathematics for Information Technology I, offered in Sem 2. * Students are encouraged to do both Puzzle Based Learning and Internet Computing, although only one of these two is required under the Academic Program Rules of the degree. |
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Semester 1
Semester 2
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| Level III |
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Semester 1
Semester 2
# Students are encouraged to do the course Programming Techniques as it is assumed knowledge for Software Engineering and Project, altough this course is not specifically required under the Academic Program Rules of the degree. Electives: Electives can be chosen from courses offered at an appropriate level towards a degree program at the University, provided that the student is eligible to do that course e.g. has satisfied the prerequisite/s, the course is not offered exclusively for a program other than the B Comp Sc. The school recommends electives are chosen from ECMS and Design Studies courses. Recommended electives at Level I are: MATHS 1008 Maths for Info Tech I Recommended electives at Level II are: COMP SCI 2002 Database & Info Sys, PHIL 2045 Professional Ethics
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Graduates are highly regarded by employers and have been successful in a wide variety of areas. Employment opportunities are provided 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 Graphics, Bachelor of Computer Science and Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineering) students will be able to tailor their program to guide them to a particular career. Some of the options available are:
Computer Graphics: As the computer entertainment industry grows the demand for computer scientists with skills in the areas of computer vision, graphics, networking and broadband telecommunications computer graphics and networking increases. With the correct choice of computer science courses and electives, students will be well on their way to 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 collected data needing to be correctly stored and interpreted. It is recommended that students thinking about this type of career also look at undertaking electives from the discipline of statistics.
Network Management: A specialisation of the systems support and internet commerce areas. Graduates in this area are focused on the technical aspects of design and implementation of data communications networks. 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.
The Bachelor of Computer Graphics is a new degree and Australian Computer Society (ACS) accreditation will be sought in 2009. It is designed to provide a professional qualification in computing and information technology. 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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Last updated: Monday, 9 Nov 2009
