UndergraduateComputer Science
Bachelor of Computer Science: Programming Languages
Adelaide University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
About this program
Adelaide University's Bachelor of Computer Science, programming languages major, is a three-year degree (144 units). On top of the shared computing core it focuses the 54-unit major on the design, semantics and implementation of programming languages, compilers and translators, and the theory that underpins reliable software, finishing with a client capstone project.
The degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society and recognised under the Seoul Accord. Entry is an ATAR of about 75. It is the most theoretical of the three computer science majors and suits students drawn to compilers, language design, formal methods and systems programming, or planning postgraduate research.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 6 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
6 units- 6 unitsStructured Data
- 6 unitsInformation Technology Systems
- Human-Centred Design of Digital Innovations
Year 1, Semester 2
6 units- 6 unitsObject-Oriented Programming
- 6 unitsSecurity Foundations
- System Requirements
Year 2, Semester 1
6 units- 6 unitsDiscrete Mathematics
- Ethical and Legal Challenges in Technology
Year 2, Semester 2
6 units- 6 unitsLanguage Models, Translation and Execution
- 6 unitsData Structures and Algorithms
- 6 unitsOperating Systems
- Professional Communication and Teamwork
Year 3, Semester 1
6 units- 6 unitsAdvanced Data Structures and Algorithms
- 6 unitsCyber Security Application
- Theory of Computation and Formal Verification
Year 3, Semester 2
6 units- 6 unitsICT Capstone Project 1
- ICT Capstone Project 2
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Software EngineerANZSCO 261313
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312
On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Guaranteed entry ATAR 75 (or equivalent secondary qualification); no assumed knowledge or prerequisite subjects; IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each band for international applicants.
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