Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Computer Science

Use your computer systems skills to solve real-world challenges

The combined Bachelor of Computing Systems Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Computer Science will provide you with a well-rounded skill set in both the hardware and software functions needed to develop innovative solutions to challenges the industry faces.

You will develop an understanding of new software technologies including machine learning, autonomous systems, cybersecurity and virtual reality. Build technical skills with electronic and ICT systems needed for key sectors including industrial automation, smart manufacturing, intelligent transport, e-health, aviation, and civic infrastructure.

Course overview

Build critical technical engineering skills by studying courses in:

• internet of things
• embedded systems
• communication networks
• computer and electrical engineering
• software engineering
• programmable logic design
• electronics design
• cyber security

Develop your computer science skills in:

• compiler design
• formal languages and automata
• internet communication
• introduction to algorithmics
• machine intelligence
• operating systems

Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

Computer science is a high-growth industry with lots of available roles, but there are so many jobs that haven’t even been invented yet!

Roles are flexible and diverse. You may prefer hands-on fieldwork or design and development. Or you might prefer a leadership role managing people and projects.

Opportunities exist all over the world in almost every industry from IT to business, education, health, manufacturing, defence and many more.

Some typical positions include:

• AI Engineer
• Business Intelligence Director
• Cloud Computing Engineer
• Cyber Security Advisor
• Information and Communications Technologist
• Computer Systems Engineer/Specialist/Analyst
• Systems Engineer
• Games Developer