Commencing semesters, 2016

Semester 1
Semester 2

Program level

Undergraduate

Program code

2081

Faculty

Business, Economics & Law Fac
Science Faculty

School

School of Information Tech & Elec Engineering

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Computer Science major.

Enquiries

Australian/domestic students

Administrative Officer

Email: bel@uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3365 9017

International students

International Student Advisor

Email: study@uq.edu.au

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

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Why study Computer Science?

Information and communications technology drives modern science. Students that major in computer science will study the science of computing and its application to other scientific disciplines. Students who wish to develop a larger set of computing knowledge and skills can proceed to an extended major in computer science within the Bachelor of Science. Alternatively, a dual major in computational science allows for specialisation in computational and mathematical problem-solving together with significant studies in another field or science (e.g. biology or physics). Further options for students who have a keen interest in computing include the bachelor degree programs in Information Technology, Software Engineering, or Multimedia Design. Dual degree programs are also available.

What you can study

As part of the highly flexible Bachelor of Science degree program the computer science major begins with courses that provide a solid grounding in computational, scientific and mathematical skills. Subsequent courses cover areas such as software, information systems and management, web design, artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction. Skills such as teamwork, presentation and project management are a key component of several courses in the computer science major. More information about the Computer Science Major.

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Computer Science major.

Employment opportunities

Science graduates with computing-focused studies offer a unique skill-set that is in demand. Career opportunities in government, university and commercial organisations include:

  • Computer science and biological sciences - Biotechnology companies now employ computing professionals in the growing area of bioinformatics
  • Systems integration - Designing and implementing complex systems based on components from different sources
  • Computer science and mathematics - Mathematics is generally applied to problems in the world via computing technology
  • Computer science and psychology - Understanding both how computers and humans work helps in building systems that integrate computers more seamlessly into people's lives, and
  • Computational science - here is growing interest in large-scale computation on large networks of conventional computers
  • A Science degree also provides an ideal basis for postgraduate study and research or academic careers.

What it costs

Please view the Bachelors of Business Management/Science for indicative fees.

How to apply

Please view the Bachelors of Business Management/Science for information on key dates and how to apply.