Computer systems engineers use digital and computing technologies to solve problems in industrial systems.  

As part of this program at the University of Newcastle, students will learn to combine creativity with technology. 

Students will develop both hardware and software for electronic and ICT systems. 

These skills are essential in rapidly growing fields like the Internet of Things, autonomous vehicles, and machine learning.

Their skills span hardware design, software design, communications systems and networks. 

Graduates will combine these skills in creative and innovative ways to solve real-world problems.

With this degree, you could be developing advanced computing hardware and software for diverse sectors. 

Computer systems engineers work with sectors that are the building blocks of modern society. 

Key sectors include automation, smart homes, intelligent transport, e-health, aviation, and civic infrastructure.

Work Integrated Learning

All University of Newcastle engineering students complete 12 weeks of industrial experience during their degree.

• 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.

Entry requirements:

Senior secondary school qualification

Assumed Knowledge:

• HSC Mathematics (Band 5 or above) or equivalent.
• One science-related subject would also be an advantage (Physics or Chemistry preferred).

Applicants who have achieved less than Band 5 may be admitted to the program but may need additional studies to complete the program's requirements successfully.

Applicants who have completed HSC Mathematics General 2 may be admitted to the program but can expect to undertake additional studies to complete the program's requirements successfully.  

Recommended Studies:

• HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent.
• Study of one science-related subject would also be an advantage (Physics or Chemistry preferred).

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

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.