Bachelor of Computer Systems
In this computer systems degree, you’ll find a major focus on industry engagement. In partnership with IT industry giants such as Cisco, VMware and Microsoft, we deliver a course based on current and future industry requirements.
In this computer systems degree, you will learn:
- cyber security
- cloud computing
- virtualisation
- system administration
- network administration
- Internet of Things
Gain hands-on, practical experience using real equipment as well as the theoretical knowledge to be productive in the workforce from day one. You’ll learn using courseware from industry academies, which can also lead to industry certifications. You’ll be ready to demonstrate your value to an employer with this evidence-based approach.
Your future career opportunities may include:
- security specialist
- computer network and systems engineer
- systems administrator
- cloud and virtualisation engineer
The Australian Government Job Outlook site rates these as job areas expected to grow strongly to very strongly to 2023. High profile companies such as Telstra, IBM, NAB and Dimension Data have employed our recent graduates.
The degree has professional accreditation from the Australian Computer Society.
Campus Information
Nelson
Located 14 kilometres east of Melbourne City, this campus has two locations, each named after the roads they are on – Elgar and Nelson.
Box Hill
Box Hill Institute offers courses that are delivered through blended learning as a combination of on-campus (face-to-face) and online study. Courses delivered through blended learning involve attending remote classes run through a range of specific industry platforms and require you to work unsupervised on your coursework.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Working with us
Start your career
We value professionalism, contemporary thinking, student-focus and teamwork in our workforce. We strive to be at the leading edge of education and training, and we emphasise strong links with industry.
Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.
‘Valuing our People’ is a key theme in Box Hill Institute’s Strategic Plan with our focus on employee engagement, capability and health and wellbeing.
Start your career or take the next step in your professional life at Box Hill Institute.
Staff Benefits
Benefits of working with us
As an employee at Box Hill Institute, you have access to benefits including:
- Novated leasing
- Salary packaging
- Free or discounted on-campus parking
- Corporate partners discounts on health insurance, car rental, subscriptions and more
- Free access to campus libraries and digital resources
- Flexible work options, including purchased leave
- Discounts to a range of services
Lifestyle Benefits
of a Box Hill Institute employee
Along with the employment benefits, there are also a number of lifestyle benefits to working with us:
- Counselling Support Services (Employee Assistance Program)
- Health and Wellbeing Program
- Cafeterias at Elgar Rd, Lilydale Lakeside and Nelson Rd campus
- Staff discount on short courses
- On-campus Childcare at Lilydale Lakeside Campus
- Walking distance to shops and restaurants
- Easy access to public transport
Develop your career
as a Box Hill Institute employee
Career development on offer with us includes:
- Staff learning programs
- Study fee reductions and support for approved courses
- Reward and recognition programs
PSW Opportunity
PSW for bachelors and masters is 2yrs
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
International students must have completed an Australian Year 12 or international equivalent with a pass.
PLEASE NOTE: Box Hill Institute only accept enrolments from International students who are 18 years of age or above at the time of course commencement.
English Language Requirements
A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.0 (Academic) with no band less than 5.5. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 for paper examination;213 for computer based and 79 for Internet based, or approved equivalent.
- Course Code: 053076G
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
176370 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A