INTRODUCTION

The School of Computer and Information Science offers this course designed to prepare students for careers in the fields of computing and software development. The program focuses on the practical and theoretical dimensions of computer science and students select at least one of three major streams of study:

• Computer Science
• Games Programming
• Software Engineering

Students may also select a second major chosen from the above plus:

• Information Technology
• Computer Security
• Internetworking Technologies (CISCO)
• Network Administration and Design (MCSE)
• Or a Major selected from outside the School, a Minor study or an Elective program

Standard university admission requirements apply.

Applicants will require for the Games Programming  major:

Satisfactory performance in WACE Mathematics 3A/3B or 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3A/3B or 3C/3D or equivalent.

The Bachelor of Computer Science degree is a 360 credit point three year full-time award which may be studied in part-time mode.

The degree has three main components:

1.               a Foundation program of eight units
2.               a Major program consisting of eight units in a specialised area (listed above)
3.               a Supplementary program consisting of eight units comprising:   

• a second Major from the School of Computer and Information Science or from outside the School:  students are recommended to follow this option

      Or

• a Minor area of study, plus electives

     Or

• an Elective program of eight units

GENERAL RULES

Regardless of which pattern students choose, it is required that:

·        Normally no more than twelve of the units (180 credit points) studied should be at first year level

·        Normally four units (60 credit points) should be at third year level