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Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours)

The Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours) is a four-year degree that allows students to dive deep into an area of interest across programming, software engineering, computer hardware, data structures, and algorithms. This program provides a pathway into industry or higher degree research.

Overview

Use your advanced analytical skills to design and build the technologies of the future. This four-year degree is designed for students who wish to challenge themselves to develop the expertise, technical skills, and practical experience that will put them in-demand, both now and into the future. Graduate ready to make an impact across information technology and innovation, wherever your career takes you.

Key Features

• This is a four-year, embedded Honours degree that will equip you with the ability to design and build the technologies of the future.
• Youll graduate with advanced knowledge and skills that will allow you to either work in industry or contribute to world-leading research.
• Alongside completing Advanced Computer Science electives, you can choose from three majors unique to your interests and career aspirations:
  • Computer Science
  • Security Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence
• You will also have the option to complement your study with a minor in Mathematics.
• Seize the opportunity to take part in ChallEng, a program that connects UNSW Engineering students, academics, and companies to real-world, project-based learning initiatives.

Program Structure

Build a career of the future with a Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours). Youll study Advanced Computer Science electives to understand the representation of data and data structures and the design of algorithms for programming languages and machine systems.

Study Areas

• Minors
  • Mathematics
• Study Areas
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Security Engineering
  • Computer Science

Full Program Structure

Degree structures can vary depending on your specialisation, timetabling, and the number of courses you choose. To give you an indication of structure, you can consider the following:

• In your first two years of the program, you might study:
  • Two mathematics courses
  • An extension course in Algorithms and Programming Techniques
  • A range of advanced core courses in the areas of Programming, Computer Systems, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Computer Networks, Ethics, Object-Oriented Design
• From your second year onwards, youll:
  • Study courses relevant to your major of choice
  • Complete several Advanced Computing Electives and may take part in a Vertically Integrated Project from the ChallENG program
• During your degree, youll be required to complete two General Education electives. These courses help you broaden your education by completing two courses from outside the engineering faculty, strengthening your cross-disciplinary thinking, developing a flexible approach, and enhancing your critical analysis skills.
• In your final year of study, youll complete a Computer Science Thesis Project. The project is an opportunity for you to bring together engineering principles learned over your previous years of study and apply these principles to innovatively solve problems such as the development of a specific design, process, and/or the investigation of a hypothesis.

Entry Requirements

• 2025 Lowest Selection Rank: 96.0
• 2025 A levels score: 17.0
• 2025 IB Diploma: 40.0
• 2025 Lowest ATAR: 85.75
• Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1
• Adjustment Factors: We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements.

English Language Requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations.

International Direct Entry

Qualifications and direct entry requirements for international students are available, including information for applicants with CBSE, HKDSE, or Singapore A Levels.

Admission Pathways

If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College.

Fees and Scholarships

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $8,000
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $37,000
• Commonwealth Supported Place: Student Contribution Band 2
• Scholarships: At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life.

Future Careers

Graduates in Computer Science at UNSW benefit from our leading reputation in research and teaching, with many graduates recruited by industry partners before their degree is complete. Potential roles upon graduation include:

• Cyber Security Consultant
• Information Systems Manager
• Database Administrator
• Systems Analyst
• Games Developer

Accreditation

Accreditation with the Australian Computing Society for this degree is currently in progress.