Bachelor of Science with a Specialisation in Computing
Computing has applications in numerous technical areas within and beyond the domain of information technology. Core IT knowledge relates to areas such as programming, databases and systems analysis.
This specialisation emphasises the concepts, insights and skills you’ll need to analyse, design, create and evaluate contemporary and emerging information technologies. You’ll develop skills to be able to build complex programmed systems. You’ll apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to focused, in-depth problem solving in a selection of IT areas. Throughout your study, you’ll have opportunities to work as a productive team member on IT projects and to practice making presentations, ensuring you’re ready for a rewarding role in the career area of your choice.
KEY FEATURES
- In addition to in-depth study in computing, you can take mathematics, statistics or coding in your first year to give you the modern foundational skills relevant to future workforce needs.
- The mix of theoretical and practical components will enable you to use current technologies and adapt to and create new technologies.
- In your final year, you’ll undertake a work-integrated learning activity with a partner organisation to help prepare you for real workplace scenarios.
- You’ll learn how to apply for scientific-based jobs and prepare for interviews, and develop presentation, project management and other critical skills that you’ll need to secure your dream career.
- Your learning will be enhanced by our location in Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, which is brimming with collaborative, internship and employment opportunities.
- Macquarie is ranked number one in Sydney for overall graduate employment in information technology, and number one for teaching quality and overall graduate satisfaction in science (QILT, 2017).
Campus Information
North Ryde
Sydney New South Wales 2109 Australia
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 7
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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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
Career Opportunities
A Macquarie course can set your dream career in motion.
PROFESSIONS
- Business systems analyst
- Communication systems analyst
- Computer systems auditor
- Database administrator
- End-user support and training officer
- Information technology analyst
- IT or management consultant
- IT salesperson or marketer
- Programmer
- Project leader
- Systems designer
- Systems development manager
- Web designer/developer
EMPLOYERS
- Apple
- AT&T Labs
- Banks or financial institutions
- CA Technologies
- DXC Technology
- Government departments
- IBM
- Microsoft
- Optus
- SAP
- Small businesses
PSW Opportunity
After completion of Bachelor's degree student is eligible for 2 years PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For international students, Macquarie uses a selection rank to determine the minimum eligibility requirement for each undergraduate course. This rank has been converted into equivalent scores for various recognised international high school qualifications and university entrance examinations, including global qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A-Levels.
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- Course Code: 001365G
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
118800 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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