UndergraduateComputer Science
Bachelor of Computer Science
University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
About this program
UQ's Bachelor of Computer Science is a 3-year degree built on 50-plus years of computer science teaching at the university, covering programming, algorithms, systems and security before students specialise in areas including artificial intelligence, cyber security, data science or programming theory. From first year, students learn how computer systems work and how to write, test and improve software through lectures, tutorials and seminars, with core courses including introduction to software engineering, ethical practice in computing and human-computer interaction. The degree is designed with input from industry, giving students access to employability support, industry networks and global exchange opportunities alongside postgraduate research pathways. Typical graduate roles include software engineer, cyber security analyst, data scientist and machine learning engineer, with UQ computer science graduates recruited by major technology companies.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- UQ calls subjects "courses" within this program. A sample of what you study includes: Introduction to Software Engineering
- Ethical Practice in Computing [Core course]
- Advanced Calculus & Linear Algebra II [Core course]
- Human-Computer Interaction [Core course]
- Analysis of Scientific Data [Core course]
- Digital Health Software Project [Elective]
- Bachelor of Computer Science / Master of Cyber Security
- Bachelors of Mathematics / Computer Science. The exact core versus elective structure depends on the major
- specialisation or study plan chosen
- and is confirmed in UQ's official program and course list at enrolment
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
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