Bachelor of Computer Science - Software Development

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Bachelor of Computer Science - Software Development

Swinburne University of Technology

Australia, Melbourne

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Swinburne University of Technology

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

088400A

Campuses

Hawthorn

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesAugust-2024

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,160 / year

Next Intake August-2024

Bachelor of Computer Science - Software Development

About

The Bachelor of Computer Science involves the use of the most up-to-date technology and methods, and includes a major emphasis on software development.

It is oriented towards applications in areas such as defence, aerospace and medicine, where complex software plays a major role and often of a safety-critical nature; as well as in businesses that require extensive computer support, such as banking and manufacturing.

All our bachelor degrees include a guaranteed Work Integrated Learning opportunity, which could be a placement, internship or industry-linked project. In this degree, you'll apply your learning in six projects in professionally focused, industry-linked projects.

On successful completion of this Course students will be able to :

#Description

CLO1Apply a broad and coherent knowledge of computer science in diverse contexts and domains using critical thinking and judgment

CLO2Apply appropriate methods and contemporary tools to the scoping, analysis, design, construction, verification and operation of software systems

CLO3Communicate proficiently to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a team, and use the basic tools and practices of project management within project work

CLO4Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, professional accountability and an awareness of professional practice in a global context

CLO5Apply problem analysis and decision-making methodologies to identify, design and implement solutions to industry relevant problems with intellectual independence

CLO6Reflect on personal performance, learning, and self-management processes as a means of continued professional development and lifelong learning

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) can now be done on campus in Hawthorn at Room 132, Building TD. Book now or call +61 3 9214 3584 for more information.

Or, via Early Entry Program – range of criteria with school recommendation. Head here for more info on this program and the VTAC code associated with this entry pathway.

One of:

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees).

Course Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent.
VCE Units 1 and 2 - satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of any Mathematics or equivalent.

Applicants who do not meet the mathematics prerequisites for this course will be required to successfully complete Swinburne's MathsLink Further Mathematics bridging program.

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee offer of a place. See Admissions at Swinburne for general information about the admissions process.

Assess your eligibility for entry to Swinburne.

Career

Graduates may wish to seek employment in a wide range of fields such as accounting, business analysis, commercial law, communications, entrepreneurship, event management, finance, financial planning, human resources, international business, management, marketing or public relations.

Professional recognition

Graduates with an Accounting or Accounting and Finance Major may be eligible to apply for membership of CPA Australia (CPAA), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).

The Finance major, in the Bachelor of Business and related double degrees, is recognised under the CFA Institute Affiliated University. The course covers at least 70% of Level 1 of the CFA program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) placing emphasis on the CFA Institute Codes of Ethics and Standards of Practice. This recognition signals to students, employers and the marketplace that that Swinburne's curriculum is closely tied to professional practice and is well suited to preparing you for employment in the finance and investment industry, and for sitting the CFA examination. Students of the Finance major may be eligible for CFA Program Student Scholarships.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,160 / year

How to Apply

To apply online, you will need these supporting documents

Certified copies of your previous academic results.
Certified English language proficiency test results (IELTS, PTE or TOEFL).
Letters from your school or employer.
If you do not meet the Year 12 design prerequisite a portfolio will need to be submitted for assessment (except for the Swinburne Foundation Year (Design)).
A Statement of Activity if there is a gap in study (for example, if you graduated secondary education in 2017 and are applying for one of our courses in 2019, we will require a written statement of what you have been doing in 2018).

If you are applying for credit, you must include course outlines and translated (English) copies (if required) from your previous or current course.

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