Shape a better future with computer-based systems.
Computer science encompasses everything from the design of hardware to the development of algorithms and programming languages.
Learn the fundamental theoretical and engineering principles required to program and store information on computers.
Gain technical skills in programming to create or optimise programs, systems or applications that are used across multiple devices.
Programming skills are essential for information management, data analysis, predictive modelling, cyber security, artificial intelligence, gaming, e-commerce and communications.
These transferable skills apply to many industries, including health, science, technology, business and government.
You’ll be equipped for roles such as a web, gaming or app developer, software engineer, information security specialist, data analyst or computer systems expert.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Software engineer
- Senior developer
- Algorithm specialist
- Data scientist
- Game development coordinator
- Application developer
- Computer programmer
- Data analyst
- Information security analyst
- Computer network and systems engineer
Average annual salary range
Data Engineer
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Average annual salary range
Cyber Security Analyst
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Next steps after graduation
When you graduate, you'll be in high demand by employers for your advanced technical, communication, independent thinking and problem-solving skills.
You'll have the pick of a broad range of career possibilities in gaming and computer systems, as well as in other industries including:
- academia and research
- government
- industry
- hospitals and health
- operations research and logistics
- finance.
Alternatively, you can further your research ambitions by applying for the 12-month Bachelor of Science (Honours) program.
My specialisation in Computer Science and Psychology places me in a highly advantageous position. The blend of technical proficiency with a deep understanding of human behaviour allows me to offer innovative solutions and insights that stand out in a global context.
My specialisation in Computer Science and Psychology places me in a highly advantageous position. The blend of technical proficiency with a deep understanding of human behaviour allows me to offer innovative solutions and insights that stand out in a global context.
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Introduction to Software Engineering
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Programming in the Large
- Discrete Mathematics
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