Computer scientists focus on the theoretical foundations and practical approaches to computation and its applications. They design methods, tools and write programs for computer applications used in Artificial Intelligence (AI), stock market trend analysis, cyber security and patient monitoring in hospitals and more.
You will study the fundamentals of computer science and IT: programming, problem-solving, network and communications, web technology, data management, system analysis, human-computer interaction, and project management.
You can also specialise in a major by choosing one or more of the following:
- Artificial intelligence and big data (Wollongong and Liverpool)
- Cyber security (Wollongong and Liverpool)
- Digital systems security (Wollongong campus only)
- Game and mobile development (Wollongong campus only)
- Software engineering (Wollongong and Liverpool)
See the course handbook for more information.
For students who do not wish to specialise with a major, you will complete advanced subjects providing you with specific knowledge, while instilling you with professional knowledge and skills in computer science.
In your final year, you will develop your own application as part of a team project, developing solutions to real-world problems provided by our industry partners.
You can specialise in a major by choosing from the following: