Department of Computer Science and Information Technology
We offer students sector-leading industry experiences that prepare them for careers of the future.
We specialise in artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, data science, Internet of Things, network and software engineering, and quantum information technology.
Our Department is part of La Trobe's School of Computing, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences.
Specialist cybersecurity degrees
Our cybersecurity program includes specialist degrees in computer science, business operations and law.
Find out why La Trobe is at the forefront of cybersecurity teaching, research and policy development.
Top 200 globally
We’re ranked in the world’s top 200 for computer science and engineering.
ShanghaiRanking, 2025, Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025: Computer Science & Engineering
Industry experience while you study
You’ll have opportunities for hands-on experience with our industry partners.
Find out more about Industry-Based Learning (IBL)
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Events
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Open Day – Bendigo Campus
Sunday 23 August 09:00am
News
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Young Tall Poppy honour for La Trobe researcher
Dr Shanmuga Sundar Dhanabalan named a 2026 Victorian Young Tall Poppy.
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AI systems and real-world data
Research from Dr Ali Zia is helping develop AI systems that better understand the complex structure of real-world data.
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AI tool helps predict bowel cancer relapse risk
AI tool could help predict bowel cancer patients at risk of relapse.
Indigenous Acknowledgement
La Trobe University proudly acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where its campuses are located in Victoria. We recognise that Indigenous Australians have an ongoing connection to the land and the University values their unique contribution to both the University and the wider Australian society. Find out more