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Bachelor of Computer Science (Dean's Scholar) (Cyber Security)

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Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?

Campus

Wollongong

ATAR-SR ?

Delivery ?

On Campus

Duration

3 years full-time, or part-time equivalent

Starts

Autumn 2025
Spring 2025
Autumn 2026
Spring 2026

Codes

CRICOS: 081898D
UOW: 1802

Major ?

Still deciding Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Cyber Security Digital Systems Security Game and Mobile Development Software Engineering

Overview

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Dean's Scholar) offers a challenging and enriching educational experience for high-achieving students who want to perform above the level normally expected. As a Dean's Scholar, you will be encouraged to continue your studies through the completion of honours and research programs.

Find your strengths and interests as you 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 will also complete a final-year capstone team project.

See the course handbook for more information.

As a Dean’s Scholar student, you will complete the normal course requirements for the degree, and receive special privileges as you study, such as the opportunity to complete an honours level subject. Places are limited each year. Current students who have achieved a weighted average mark (WAM) of 80 at the end of one year of full-time study in a relevant degree may apply to transfer to the Dean's Scholar degree.

You can specialise in a major by choosing from the following:

Major	Campus Availability
Artificial Intelligence and Big Data	Wollongong (On Campus)
Cyber Security	Wollongong (On Campus)
Digital Systems Security	Wollongong (On Campus)
Game and Mobile Development	Wollongong (On Campus)
Software Engineering	Wollongong (On Campus)

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

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.

Entry Requirements
Additional information

Admission to the Dean's Scholar degree is competitive.
Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

Academic Entry Requirements
To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.
English Language Requirements
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

English Test
Overall Score

Reading

Writing

Listening

Speaking

IELTS Academic
6.0

6.0

6.0

6.0

6.0

TOEFL (Internet-based)
70

18

18

17

17

UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Pass (weighted average mark of 50 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

Workload
Full-Time Study Load

As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.
Credit for Prior Learning
Students may be granted exemption from certain first year subjects.

If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

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Fees

International Course fees table
Campus	Delivery method	Session fee*	Course fee*
Wollongong	On Campus	$20184 (2025)	$121104 (2025)
Wollongong	On 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:

Major ?

Still deciding Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Cyber Security Digital Systems Security Game and Mobile Development Software Engineering

Search all courses

English Test	Overall Score	Reading	Writing	Listening	Speaking
IELTS Academic	6.0	6.0	6.0	6.0	6.0
TOEFL (Internet-based)	70	18	18	17	17