Bachelor of Science/Science (Computer Science)
UNSW Sydney
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00098G
Computer Science is a super flexible computing degree at UNSW, concerned with the core principles and technologies that make up the entire range of computer-based systems. Students study the principles underlying computer hardware, algorithms, operating systems, networks, databases, graphics, and artificial intelligence, but are free to combine these with other discplines. Students' choices can be within Computing or in other fields such as Engineering, Science, Arts or Business. There is a 4th year Honours program available.
Structure
Students study artificial intelligence, computer graphics and multimedia, databases, e-commerce, expert systems, human-computer interaction, network applications and operating systems.
Subjects
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Bioinformatics
- Biological Science
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Climate Science
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Food Science and Technology
- Genetics
- Geography
- Geology
- Marine Science
- Materials Science
- Mathematics
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Neuroscience
- Oceanography
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Physics
- Physiology
- Psychology
- Statistics
- Vision Science
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- Assumed knowledge: HSC Mathematics Extension 1.
Recognition
Australian Computer Society.
Study pathways
A separate Honours program is available as an additional year for meritorious students.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington | International: $237,500 | No |
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Further information
Careers are diverse depending on the specialisations studied with many graduates employed as programmers, system analysts and database administrators. Software companies, commercial institutions, robotics, web companies, AI and IT units are big employers of Computer Science Graduates.
