Why study Computer science?Computer science offers you a balanced blend of theory and practice, covering a wide range of topics, including computer systems and design, databases, artificial intelligence, computer architecture, networks, multimedia systems and games technology.
You will study object-orientated programming, Java and C++ in your first year, undertake industry-based project work and industry placements throughout your course and have the option to select subjects from other disciplines.
La Trobe designs its courses with your future career in mind and partners with a range of professional organisations for accreditation and registration. Refer to the detail for each course below to see what professional registration and membership options exist.
Computer science students train in programming, database, data structure and software engineering.
Our students find work in major companies such as Telstra, Qantas, Oracle Australia, Ericsoon Australia, Oakton Consulting Technology and the Victorian and Federal Government.
You can work as a systems analyst, analyst programmer, developer programmer, software engineer, database engineer, security and network expert and multimedia and game designer.
We also offer single subject study. Visit our short courses page to find out more.
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:N/P
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 4 years
4 years
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:55.9
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part time.
3 years
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 1 year full-time
1 year full-time
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 1 year full-time
1 year full-time
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:96
Bendigo:N/P
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
5 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: Anytime
Anytime
Duration: 4 years full-time or up to 10 years part-time
4 years
Location: Melbourne
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 1 year full time or part-time equivalent
1 year
Location: Melbourne
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time
2 years
Location: City
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Applicants with relevant experience and/or a cognate degree may be granted advanced standing, allowing them to accelerate their studies.
2 years full-time
Applicants with relevant experience and/or a cognate degree may be granted advanced standing, allowing them to accelerate their studies.
Location: City Online
Start dates: March and July (City), Six intakes per year (Online)
March and July (City), Six intakes per year (Online)
Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Applicants with relevant experience and/or a cognate degree may be granted advanced standing, allowing them to accelerate their studies.
2 years full-time
Location: City Online
Start dates: March and July (City), Six intakes per year (Online)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Applicants with relevant experience and/or a cognate degree may be granted advanced standing, allowing them to accelerate their studies.
2 years full-time.
Applicants with relevant experience and/or a cognate degree may be granted advanced standing, allowing them to accelerate their studies.
Location: Melbourne
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
2 years full-time
Location: Melbourne
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
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Duration: 2 years full-time or up to 4 years part time.
2 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: Anytime
Anytime
Duration: 1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time
2 years
Aiden Nibali,
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering / Bachelor of Computer Science"It is very satisfying to see the code I write actually control real hardware."
Computer Science and Information Technology students can apply for the industry-based learning program, that provides successful applicants with paid, full-time employment in industry as well as credit towards their degree. See Industry-based learning (IBL) program
The IT branded cadetship program also offers IT students the chance to work full-time and study part-time, whilst gaining mentoring and support from an Industry Partner workplace coach.
In addition, work experience and industry project work is part of many of our courses.
As a La Trobe student, you can broaden your horizons by studying overseas with one of our global exchange partners. We have partnerships with more than 100 universities in over 30 countries throughout Asia, Europe and North and South America.
You'll get to meet a large number of staff during your studies, from tutors through to lecturers and supervisors. View all staff in the College of Science, Health and Engineering.
