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Accreditation

The B Computer Science currently is accredited with the Australian Computer Society at Professional Level. It is due for reaccreditation, and this is due to occur early this year.

Admission

Assumed knowledge: HSC Mathematics plus any two units of English (or equivalent). Recommended studies: Mathematics (extension 1).

Potential students normally apply for admission to the course through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC). Other admission schemes of the University of Western Sydney are available. International applicants should contact UWS International for details on admission. Contact information for the International Office is available via the UWS website.

In addition to the units outlined in the course structure for 3506 Bachelor of Computer Science, students in the advanced program must also complete the following three units:

Students must enrol in both 1H and 2H sessions.

Year 1

1H session

Advanced Computer Science Activities 1

This unit is only for Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced) students in year one of their studies. Students will participate in industry and research based extension activities (non-assessable). These activities will be identified with the goal of exposing students early in their degree and integrating them into a culture of academic enquiry, problem solving, knowledge generation and scholarship and an awareness of the challenges and current issues confronting the computing/IT industry. The unit will be used to record student activities and a satisfactory/ unsatisfactory grade will be applied at the end of each year.

2H session

Advanced Computer Science Activities 1

Year 2

1H session

Advanced Computer Science Activities 2

This unit is only for Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced) students in year two of their studies. Students will participate in industry and research based extension activities (non-assessable). These activities will be identified with the goal of exposing students early in their degree and integrating them into a culture of academic enquiry, problem solving, knowledge generation and scholarship and an awareness of the challenges and current issues confronting the computing/IT industry. The unit will be used to record student activities and a satisfactory/ unsatisfactory grade will be applied at the end of each year.

2H session

Advanced Computer Science Activities 2

Year 3

1H session

Advanced Computer Science Activities 3

This unit is only for Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced) students in year three of their studies. Students will participate in industry and research based extension activities (non-assessable). These activities will be identified with the goal of exposing students early in their degree and integrating them into a culture of academic enquiry, problem solving, knowledge generation and scholarship and an awareness of the challenges and current issues confronting the computing/IT industry. The unit will be used to record student activities and a satisfactory/ unsatisfactory grade will be applied at the end of each year.

2H session

Advanced Computer Science Activities 3

Bachelor of Computer Science (Advanced)

Any computer science degree can teach you general programming and technical systems skills, but few give you a real ‘edge’ over other graduates. The UWS Computer Science (Advanced) program is an elite degree aimed at transforming today’s brightest computing minds into tomorrow’s computing leaders. Throughout the degree you’ll be mentored and guided by leading computing academics and you’ll develop superior knowledge and confidence so you’ll graduate a step ahead in your career.

This course is especially designed for people with a strong interest and aptitude for computer science who are interested in a career involving research and development at the cutting edge of technology. It is a challenging program that includes advanced coursework, extension activities and basic research training. A mentoring program links you with experienced academic staff and research groups within the University, allowing you to take part in the University’s research activities.

Course Details

UAC Code	Campus	UAI 2008
704680	Penrith	97.50

Duration

3 years full-time.

Professional Recognition

The Australian Computer Society (ACS) recognises graduates of this course at the professional level.

A Career in Computer Science

Because the UWS Computer Science degree is highly practical and developed in close consultation with industry, you’ll graduate career-ready. You’ll be able to program real-time, fault tolerant, mission-critical software systems and simulated environments, including gaming and entertainment software. Career possibilities include work in:

computer forensics
systems programming
systems administration
network support and management
network and systems security support
real-time programming
systems engineering
distributed software development
communications and distributed systems support
research and development in computer science

Please refer to the Bachelor of Computer Science for the major area of study course information.

Assumed Knowledge

Mathematics Extension 1 plus any two units of English

Application Information

To lodge an application for the course of your choice check the Application Information.

Additional Selection Criteria

To be eligible for admission to the B Computer Science (Advanced) a student must have attained a minimum UAI of 90.

Students must maintain a grade point average of above 5 to remain in the course; those who do not maintain this average will be transferred to the B Computer Science. At enrolment students will be required to sign a declaration acknowledging the requirement to maintain a >5 GPA.

In addition to submitting a UAC application, students will also be required to complete a questionnaire. The questionnaire will assist the University to prepare a mentoring program and an advanced academic study program based on the key programs offered within the B Computer Science (Advanced). The questionnaire can be obtained by calling the UWS Course Information Centre on 1800 897 669.

Honours

High-achieving students may choose an Honours option as an additional year (or longer part-time).

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