Computer Science

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Year

2010

Award

Bachelor of Computer Science

Length

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Campuses

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Course description

This specialised course offers a comprehensive range of subjects in computer software systems and design, databases, artificial intelligence, computer architecture, networks, multimedia systems and games technology. Distinctive features include object-oriented programming using Java and C++ in first year, an emphasis on practical work opportunities for industry-based project work and industry-based learning placements, and the opportunity to study subjects from other disciplines such as arts, commerce and sciences.

Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.

Course structure

First-year studies include computer science, mathematics, and object-oriented programming in Java and C++. Second- and third-year studies include databases, computer systems architecture and design, algorithms, and data structures. Students can specialise in artificial intelligence, data engineering, computer networks, or software engineering. In third year students also undertake an industry-based software engineering project.

Handbook

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Major areas of study

Algorithms and data structures, artificial intelligence, computer and network security, data communications, databases (advanced programming), games technology, industry collaboration and experience, Java and C++ software development, LANS, mobile communications, multimedia systems, network applications, network engineering, network security, object-oriented programming, operating systems, project management, software systems, and wireless technology.

Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information

Application

VTAC

Fee type

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

Scholarships

Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.html

Middle Band

Completion of Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points.

Selection

ENTER 59.75

Extra requirements

Mature-Age Entry: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.

Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form, and may also be required to complete a maths test or bridging program. Contact (03) 9479 2591 or sci.tech@latrobe.edu.au for more information.

Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any) and either Mathematical Methods (either) or Specialist Mathematics.

Semester starts

Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Additional information

Students without the appropriate computer science background may be required to commence three weeks early to undertake accelerated first-year computer science subjects.

Career opportunities

Graduates are able to design, implement, and maintain complex computer systems, develop effective solutions to problems in areas such as data storage, computer networks, and computer security, and readily adapt to new technologies and new ideas.

Graduates might work initially as systems programmers, systems analysts, applications programmers, database developers or software engineers. Work in the areas of artificial intelligence, graphics, robotics, games development and multimedia is also possible. They could advance to positions including systems manager, communications specialist, database manager and systems trainer.

Professional recognition

This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society and graduates are eligible for professional membership.

Course URL

http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html

Contact information

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Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering
T (03) 9479 2059/2556
E setyourselfapart@latrobe.edu.au
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School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences
T (03) 9479 1283

All students may pay a Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for Overseas Student Health Cover