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Bachelor of Computer Science

Design the technologies of the future

Every day, technology becomes more essential to the ways we live, work and play. This creates huge demand for people who understand the 'how and why' of computing, and have the skills to design, build and manage the technologies of the future.

Study location
  • Moreton Bay
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
0100676
Commence
Semester 1
Program length (full-time)
3 years
Annual tuition fee 2021
A$28,000
Estimated total tuition fee *
A$84,000
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
  • ^First year courses offered at Moreton Bay campus from Semester 1, 2020.
Study location QTAC code
  • Moreton Bay ^ 014291
Refer to the program footnotes
Minimum selection threshold
ATAR - 75.00 OP - - Rank - 75
UniSC program code
SC305
Commence
Semester 1
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
Study mode
Blended Learning
Prerequisites
English (Units 3 and 4, C), Maths Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)
Recommended prior study
Specialist Maths
Other requirements
Applicants from a non-English speaking background should refer to the English language requirements for further information.
Fee type 2021
  • Commonwealth supported places
Total courses
24
Total units
288
Footnotes
  • ^First year courses offered at Moreton Bay campus from Semester 1, 2020.

Every day, technology becomes more essential to the ways we live, work and play. This creates huge demand for people who understand the 'how and why' of computing, and have the skills to design, build and manage the technologies of the future.

USC's Bachelor of Computer Science prepares you to meet that demand with core skills in programming, software development, artificial intelligence and data analysis. In this industry focused degree, you'll learn how to design software, applications and systems that solve problems and improve people's lives. Specialise in high-demand fields like cloud and mobile computing, cyber security, wearable technology and the Internet of Things.

In this degree you will:

  • Future-proof your career with strong core skills in programming, software development, artificial intelligence, big data, and data science/analysis
  • Work with Android, Cloud, JavaScript, Java, Python and C/C++ technologies
  • Choose to specialise in mobile computing, cyber security or wearable technologies (the only specialisation of its kind in Australia)
  • Start building a portfolio of software, design and wearables/IoT projects from your first year of study
  • Complete industry certifications and placements designed to get you job-ready

Program structure

Introductory courses (6) 72 units

CSC100 The World of Geography Education: Curriculum A
ENG103 History Teaching: Curriculum A
ICT110 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in Learning and Teaching
ICT112 Responding to Diversity and Inclusion
ICT120 Secondary Professional Learning 3: Diversity and Inclusion
MTH103 The Psychology of Learning

Developing and Graduate courses (11) 132 units

MTH212 Secondary Literacy and Numeracy Across the Curriculum
CSC200 Secondary Assessment and Reporting
ICT220 Using Data for Learning
ICT221 Secondary Professional Learning 4: The Professional Empowered and Engaged
DES221 Communication and Thought
CSC201 Professional Experience: Orientation to the Profession
CSC202 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
CSC300 Teaching Senior Secondary Arts
CSC303 Teaching Senior Secondary Geography
WPL310 Individual Learner Needs
PLUS select 1 course (12 units) from:
ICT352 Professional Experience: Managing Learning Environments
ENG302 Junior Secondary Arts

Minor (4) 48 units

Cloud and Mobile
Cyber Security
Wearables and IoT

Electives (3) 36 units

Select 3 elective courses from the undergraduate elective course options.

Total units: 288

Program requirements and notes

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.