At their core, computer scientists are technology wranglers, using  it in myriad ways to improve and accelerate the efforts of nearly every other industry. Give them data and they'll predict the effects of climate change. Let them apply machine learning techniques and they’ll make genomic medicine more accessible. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Fascinated with the theory and practice of applying computers and software to solve problems? Like maths, logic, artificial intelligence and graphics? Our Bachelor of Computer Science is for you.

 

In this degree, you’ll gain a deep understanding of computational theory and its mathematical foundations. Learn to design algorithms (instructions for computers) and data structures (ways to store information), then acquire practical programming skills to implement them in solutions. Importantly, you’ll be able to do so across many fields, creatively, efficiently and ethically.

 

The course is designed for students who wish to advance technology by driving computing from its roots. It provides you with strong foundations in the theory of computation and its connection to mathematics, paving the way for many other disciplines including science, engineering, business and commerce, the performing arts and the humanities.

 

Learn how to problem-solve like a computer scientist, enabling you to design algorithms (instructions for computers) and data structures (ways to store information). You will also acquire programming skills to implement these in software that solves real-world problems.

 

This course lets you choose one of the following specialisations:

• Algorithms and software covering data structures, graphics, intelligent systems and networks. (Clayton, Malaysia)
• Cybersecurity that deep dives into fundamental privacy concepts, secure software and network systems, and tools and techniques. (Clayton)
• Data science and artificial intelligence which involves uncovering hidden insights from Big Data and using them to train computer intelligence.  (Clayton)
• Data science addresses aspects of how to capture, manage and use the huge volumes of data generated by businesses, organisations and science in the information age. (Malaysia)

 

If you are eligible, you may also apply for the Industry-Based Learning (IBL) program as part of the curriculum. This initiative sees you apply your skills and knowledge directly in a professional organisation via a placement.