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Bachelor of Computer Science

Stretch your programming skills. Expand your design abilities across industries. Solve complex problems of the future.

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Student ?
Campus ?
ATAR-SR ?
75
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
3 years full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2025
  • Spring 2025
  • Autumn 2026
  • Spring 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 012088K
UOW: 766

Overview

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: 

Major 

Campus Availability 

Artificial Intelligence and Big Data 

Liverpool (On Campus) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Cyber Security 

Liverpool (On Campus) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Digital Systems Security 

Wollongong (On Campus) 

Game and Mobile Development 

Wollongong (On Campus) 

Software Engineering 

Liverpool (On Campus) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

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Careers

  • AI Engineer
  • Analyst
  • Animator
  • Big Data Engineer
  • Computer Engineer
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Data Mining and Analysis
  • Data Scientist
  • Database Administrator
  • Electronics Engineer
  • Games or App Developer
  • Network Architect
  • Programmer
  • Security Engineer
  • Web Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • User Interface Designer
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Accreditation & professional recognition

The Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting requirements for membership at the "Professional" Level.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia.

In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed that you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees with a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.

 

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International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
LiverpoolOn Campus$20184 (2025)$121104 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$20184 (2025)$121104 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$20184 (2026)$121104 (2026)
LiverpoolOn Campus$20184 (2026)$121104 (2026)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewing annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

    Indicative enrolment

    The tables below contain information on the 2024 commencing student cohort, which indicates the likely profile of students for 2025.

    Student profile

    This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2024.

    Student profile table
    Applicant background 2024 intake 2024 intake (%)
    Higher education study 73 20%
    Vocational education & training study N/P N/P
    Work & life experience <5 <5
    Recent secondary education
    ATAR Only 18 5%
    ATAR plus additional criteria 9 2%
    Other criteria only (non-ATAR) 64 17%
    International students 192 52%
    All students 371 100%

    < 5: Number of students is less than 5
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

    ATAR profile

    This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ATAR-based admission.

    ATAR profile table
    ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2024 ATAR Selection Rank
    Highest rank to receive an offer 92.7 96.6
    Median rank to receive an offer 74.35 76.6
    Lowest rank to receive an offer 63.75 70.2

    < 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

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    For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.

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