Major Computing

Dynamic, global and in demand

If you would like to study computing and science then this is the degree for you. The Bachelor of Science (Computing) develops your skills and knowledge in several key areas of computing, including software development and computer systems. You can combine your computing skills with other science studies. This is a great study path if you would like to become a teacher of secondary science and computing.

Problem-solvers and innovative thinkers

USQ’s computing degrees are flexible and relevant to a workforce that thrives on science and technology. As a graduate, you will become a better problem-solver and innovative thinker. You will possess a high academic standard and competitive advantage in a career that is dynamic, global and in demand.

Program structure

Courses to be studied Units

Core courses4

1 x 8-Unit Major8 

plus 1 x Second 8-unit1, 2 Major plus 4 x Electives3
or 12 x Electives312

Total24 

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

CSC1401Foundation Programming

MAT1101Discrete Mathematics for Computing

STA2300Data Analysis

Major courses:

CIS1000Information Systems Concepts

CSC2401Algorithms and Data Structures

CSC2402Object-Oriented Programming in C++

CSC2408Software Development Tools

ELE1301Computer Engineering

plus three of the following:

CSC3400Database Systems

CSC3403Comparative Programming Languages

CSC3407Network Fundamentals and Routing

CSC3412System and Security Administration

CSC3413Network Design and Analysis

CSC3419XML and the Web

CSC3420Mobile Internet Technology

CSC3427Switching, Wireless and WAN Technologies

Footnotes

1 Second majors can be chosen from any of the other eight-unit majors defined for the Bachelor of Science, or (with the approval of the Program Coordinator) from other eight-unit majors from other undergraduate programs in the University.

2 Students cannot take both information technology and computing majors at the same time.

3 The following courses will not be approved as electives for students majoring in Computing in the Bachelor of Science:

• CSC1402
• CIS2000
• CIS2002.

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA) or equivalent
• Mathematics A (4 SA) or Mathematics B (4 SA) is recommended

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2015 OP/Rank for this program is: 15/67

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.