UndergraduateComputer Science
Diploma in Computer Science
UNSW Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
UNSW's Diploma in Computer Science is a 12-month pathway into the Bachelor of Computer Science, letting students complete seven science and engineering courses plus communication and academic literacy units that grant advanced standing credit equivalent to a full first year once completed. Science courses build foundational scientific background while some engineering course options give students hands-on experience with real design and construction projects, all delivered at a slower pace with more contact hours than standard first-year study to ease the transition into university-level computer science. After successfully completing all eight courses, students move directly into the Bachelor of Computer Science at UNSW Sydney with a full year of advanced standing. It suits students who want a UNSW computer science degree but need a supported, slower-paced entry point before committing to full first-year computer science coursework.
Fees & duration
English test scores
Verified handbook.unsw.edu.au ↗
Course structure
- DPST1013Mathematics 1A
- DPST1014Mathematics 1B
- DPST1091Introduction to Programming
- DPST1092Computer Systems Fundamentals
- DPST1093Software Engineering Fundamentals
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
For admission to the Diploma, an applicant is usually expected to have completed Secondary School or the equivalent, such as University Foundation Studies, prior to commencement of their studies. For further details, including a statement on English language requirements, please see the Diplomas website. Refer to the following for academic entry requirements by country and for English requirements: https://www.unswglobal.unsw.edu.au/study/entry-requirements
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