Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours)

Become an engineer capable of solving the world’s greatest challenges

Computer systems engineers use digital and computing technologies to solve problems in industrial systems. As part of this program, students will learn to combine creativity with advanced technology. Students will develop both hardware and software for electronic, computer and ICT systems. These skills are essential in rapidly growing fields like the Internet of Things, autonomous vehicles, and machine learning.

With this degree, you could be developing advanced computing hardware and software for diverse sectors. Computer systems engineers work with sectors that are the building blocks of modern society. Key sectors include industrial automation, smart manufacturing, intelligent transport, e-health, aviation, and civic infrastructure.

Computer Systems Engineering graduates have a unique skill set. Their skills span hardware design, software design, artificial intelligence, cyber security, communications systems and networks. Graduates will combine these skills in creative and innovative ways to solve real-world problems.

Course overview

Build critical technical engineering skills in:

• Internet of things
• Embedded systems
• Communication networks
• Computer and electrical engineering
• Software engineering
• Programmable logic design
• Electronics design
• Cyber security

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 systems engineers work in a wide range of industries. Roles are flexible and diverse. You may prefer hands-on fieldwork or design, research and development. Or you might prefer a leadership role managing people and projects.

Engineering is the most commonly held degree of the highest performing Fortune 500 CEOs. The CEOs of companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon and Tesla Motors are all engineers.

Professional outcomes:

• AI engineer
• Cloud computing engineer
• Computer systems engineer
• Cybersecurity specialist
• Electronics and embedded systems engineer
• ICT solution architect