Program the future

Ready to take your place in the technology revolution?

Our Bachelor of Computer Science features artificial intelligence and machine learning courses not available anywhere else in South Australia. It’s taught by world-class researchers and teachers within a faculty ranked 41 in the world for computer science and engineering*.

Graduate ready for an abundance of career options within an industry growing year on year at an above average rate in Australia**.

This program is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). 

What will you do?

Depending on your chosen major, you will:

• explore self-driving cars, robotic vision, machine learning and image recognition
• learn how to protect networks, data and software systems from attack and unlawful access
• apply cutting-edge data analysis techniques—such as machine and deep learning—to large sets of data
• design, make and study large-scale distributed software systems, including parallel, mobile and cloud-based environments.

Majors are available in:

• Artificial intelligence 
• Computer science
• Cybersecurity 
• Data science 
• Distributed systems and networking. 

You can also choose a flexible program, covering topics ranging from gaming and graphics, to computer vision and software engineering.

Where could it take you?

No matter how technology transforms the jobs market, computer science skills will be crucial. You could design robots or collective virtual reality spaces. You might work at Google as a software engineer. Perhaps you’ll legally break into systems as a white hat hacker to test their security.

Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte
This degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte You’ll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network.

To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science, the students must satisfactorily complete a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 72 units comprising:

• Level I courses to the value of at most 30 units
• Level II courses to the value of at least 18 units including Computer Science courses to the value of at least 12 units
• Level III courses to the value of at least 24 units including Computer Science courses to the value of at least 18 units.
• One Major chosen from the following:
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Science
  • Distributed Systems and Networking

Students who perform well can undertake an additional year of study to obtain an Honours Degree of Bachelor of Computer Science. The honours degree can provide access to postgraduate study and a wider range of professional opportunities in the computing industry.

Areas of Specialisation

Majors are available across the following areas:

Artificial Intelligence: in this major, taught by world-leading artificial intelligence researchers from the Australian Institute of Machine Learning—students learn how to design, develop and analyse software systems to perform tasks requiring human-level intelligence, such as driving cars and recognising and responding to images.

Computer Science: this major allows students to undertake a flexible elective program across all areas of computer science.

Cybersecurity: our cybersecurity major gives students advanced skills in the technologies, processes and practices that protect networks, data and software systems from attack and unauthorised access. Students learn from industry specialists and world-leading researchers.

Data Science: in this major, students learn how to apply cutting-edge data analysis techniques—such as machine and deep learning—to large sets of data, equipping them to help solve problems across health, education, science, engineering and business.

Distributed Systems and Networking: this major enables students to develop enhanced skills in the design, development and analysis of large-scale distributed software systems, including parallel, distributed, mobile and cloud-based environments.

Example Study Plan

Core Courses

To satisfy the requirements for core courses students, must complete courses to the value of 30 units.

Career Readiness

Graduates are highly regarded by employers and have been successful in a wide variety of industries and areas.

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Gain a competitive edge in the employment market by taking advantage of the Winter School Microsoft Bootcamp program. This is a unique opportunity to network with industry experts and learn the skills to become future leaders in technology.

Participants will have exclusive access to a wealth of learning materials, practice assessments, and certification exams. But that's not all! We are proud to present a line-up of distinguished experts from Microsoft, Akkodis & Datacom, who will share their knowledge and provide invaluable insights.

Plus, students will have the opportunity to showcase their potential by submitting their resume to Akkodis.

Career Pathways
Bachelor of Computer Science students can tailor their respective programs to guide them towards a particular career. Some of the options available are as follows:

• Computer Graphics: As computing becomes a more visual medium, the demand increases for computer scientists with skills in the areas of computer vision, graphics, networking and broadband telecommunications. With the right choice of computer science courses and electives, students will be well prepared for a rewarding career in this area.
   
• Database and Information Systems Management: Database and information systems management is an increasingly important field in the area of information technology, with large volumes of data needing to be correctly stored and interpreted. It is recommended that students thinking about this type of career also undertake electives from the discipline of statistics.
   
• Network Management: Graduates in this area focus on the technical aspects of the design and implementation of data communications networks, including security and robustness. Choosing courses specifically focused on network issues will assist students to follow this career path.
   
• Software Engineering: Software engineering is an essential discipline for anyone aiming to write reliable software for complex systems. Computer science degrees offer several software engineering courses, which include group projects tackling real world problems and cover the creation of software from its conception to delivery.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Graduate Attributes

The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.

1. Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
2. Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
3. Teamwork and communication skills
4. Professionalism and leadership readiness
5. Intercultural and ethical competency
6. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
7. Digital capabilities
8. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Industry Placement

Gain exciting and unique exposure opportunities through an industry placement with our partner organisations, including Deloitte , Microsoft  and Amazon Web Services. 

Professional Accreditation

The Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
It also provides the necessary academic requirements for membership of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and the American-based Association for Computing Machinery  (ACM).

Potential careers

Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:

Information and Communications Technologist;  Computer Programmer;  Software Engineer;  Software Developer;  Gaming Programmer;  Computer Scientist;  Computer Systems Engineer;  Instrumentation Engineer;  Internet - Web Programmer;  IT Manager ...

Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject.

IELTS: Overall 6.5 (Reading 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6, Writing 6); TOEFL: Internet-based: Total score of 79 with a minimum of 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking and 13 in Reading and Listening; TOEFL Paper-based: Total score of 577 with a minimum of 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE); Pearsons: Overall 58 (Reading 50, Listening 50, Speaking 50, Writing 50); Cambridge: Overall 176 (Reading 169, Listening 169, Speaking 169, Writing 169).