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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Computer Science

Course code: #40103

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Computer Science

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $38,420 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    64.9 out of 100

  • CRICOS Code

    001604G

Highlights
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start & deadline Deadline
Fall-February 31-January-2023 2023-01-31
Winter-July 30-June-2023 2023-06-30
Fall-February 31-January-2024 2024-01-31
Winter-July 30-June-2024 2024-06-30

Overview

Bachelor of Computer Science

When you study to be a computer scientist, you could help fight diseases by discovering biomarkers that allow early diagnosis. 

Perhaps you’ll develop more sophisticated online learning systems to support access to education. 

You might improve safety and security by mining the data captured in smart cities or developing virtual reality programs to help people recover from post-traumatic stress.

Computer scientists work on challenging, complex problems, developing the foundation of new software technologies, both theoretical and practical

When studying for a Computer Science degree, your learning will focus on complex problem-solving and developing strategies and new technologies across various areas in the field.

You will study courses in artificial intelligence, robotics, digital forensics, bioinformatics, web development and data security. 

Computer science at The University of Newcastle is fundamental to the newest trends in computing, such as machine learning, autonomous systems, cybersecurity and virtual reality. 

Those trends are part of everyday technologies like smartphones, learning systems, online shopping, navigation systems, social media, computer games and programmable appliances.

 

Practical experience:

There is no professional placement requirement associated with the Bachelor of Computer Science. 

However, you will gain essential hands-on experience through various practical assessments on campus. 

A Work Integrated Learning course is also available in your final year for approved proposals.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$46,320

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,148
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,900
Tuition 1 person $38,420

Hourly wage

Min wage

21.38 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 40 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic transcript
  • Completion certificate
  • Evidence of English proficiency
  • Passport biometric page
  • For programs requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

60
12
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

50
54
listening
54
writing
54
speaking
54
reading

Cambridge

169
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

English language skills test equivalence:  IELTS 6

TOEFL IBT: 60-78 with a Writing score of 21-23, Speaking 18-19, Reading 13-18, and Listening 12-19

PTE: 50-57 with all bands 54

Cambridge: 169 -175  with all bands 169

The University of Newcastle offers a wide range of intensive English language programs to help students achieve their goal of studying at the University of Newcastle.

Course NameDurationEntry RequirementsLead to
English Language Bridging - Elementary10 weeksIELTS 4.0Intermediate
English Language Bridging - Intermediate10 weeksIELTS 5.0Upper-Intermediate
English Language Bridging - Upper-Intermediate10 weeksIELTS 5.5Advanced English 
Advanced (EAP)10 weeksIELTS 6.0Undergraduate & Postgraduate Coursework Program

Students with an offer for Undergraduate programs may enter Upper Intermediate English with an IELTS score of 5.0Upper-Intermediate

Students with an offer for Undergraduate programs may enter this course with an IELTS score of 5.5.


Academic background and requirement

Assumed Knowledge:

  • HSC Mathematics (Band 5 or above) or equivalent.

Applicants who have achieved less than Mathematics Band 5 or have not completed a science-related subject may be admitted to the program but may need additional study and/or assistance to complete the program's requirements successfully.

Recommended Studies:

  • HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E1 or above).

Entry requirements:

Admission to undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools. 

Post-secondary study:

Further education, like diplomas and university study, can also be assessed for admission.

 

GPA:

China:

  • China (Peoples’ Republic) National Entrance Examination (Gaokao):  487   out of 750   (64.9%)

India:

  • All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 13
  • Indian School Certificate (CISCE): 83
  • Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh - Intermediate Public Examination: 80
  • Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board - Higher Secondary Certificate Examination: 80
  • Government of Karnataka Department of Pre-University Education - Second Year PreUniversity Examination: 80

 

Canada:

  • Ontario Secondary School Canada: 77

 

Foundation Studies

The University of Newcastle College of International Education Foundation Studies Program can be completed in either two or three trimesters and is designed to prepare international students for university study, both academically and socially. 

Career opportunities

  • Computer Software Program Manager
  • Games Developer
  • Business Intelligence Director
  • Application Development Manager
  • Cyber Security Advisor
  • Artificial Intelligence Specialist
  • Machine Learning Specialist
  • Information Security Analyst

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