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Curtin University

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Bachelor of Computing

  • Bachelor

This course provides high-level knowledge in computer systems, software development, and maintenance, with specialisations in computer science, cybersecurity, or software engineering. It includes programming in C and Java, Linux skills, and industry collaboration for final-year placements.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
B-COMP, 100817
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$8,700 per year
International Fees
$41,012 per year / $123,036 total
ATAR
80

About this course

Overview

This course will equip you with high-level knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.

It covers aspects of modern computing, commencing with fundamental programming and theoretical knowledge, and followed by a specialisation in computer science, cyber security or software engineering.

You'll use C and Java as the tools for learning core concepts such as object orientation and algorithms. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.

Curtin collaborates with industry partners to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.

Students that perform well in the first year of this course can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computing) honours degree course. (Note that acceptance is not automatic.)

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

ATAR pathway

  • Guaranteed ATAR: 80
  • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites): Mathematics Methods ATAR
  • Desirable WACE subjects: None

StepUp Entry

StepUp grants additional ATAR points to help eligible students qualify for admission.

Alternative pathways

  • Indigenous applicant: Bridging courses available through the Centre for Aboriginal Studies.
  • STAT entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is not accepted as an entry pathway but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

  • Writing: 6
  • Speaking: 6
  • Reading: 6
  • Listening: 6
  • Overall band score: 6

What you will learn

What you'll learn

  • implement secure processes based on best practice when developing software and dealing with computer systems
  • evaluate standard algorithms, techniques, and software technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
  • identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of computing sources to optimise the process of software design and implementation
  • document software development activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
  • effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations
  • sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development
  • recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards in the process of software design and development
  • contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner
  • demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively

Career pathways

What jobs can the Computing course lead to?

Careers

  • Computer programmer
  • Computer security consultant
  • IT consultant
  • Software engineer / developer

Industries

  • Applications and software development
  • Cybersecurity
  • IT analysis
  • Game design and development

Course structure

Course outline
  • ATAR
ATAR

The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is used to determine eligibility for places in university courses.

Guaranteed ATAR 80

  • Qualification

Bachelor of Computing

  • Duration
Duration

The course has a duration of three years. Since this course is offered in several different international campuses, intakes vary by study location.

3 years full-time

  • Credit
Credit

A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.

600

  • CRICOS
CRICOS

The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) Code indicates a registered program offered to international students studying in Australia on student visas.

0100817

  • Location
Location

The Curtin campuses or teaching locations where units of this course are offered.

Curtin Perth, Curtin Colombo, Curtin University Malaysia, Curtin Singapore

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

How to apply

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

  • Curtin Perth
  • Curtin Colombo
  • Curtin University Malaysia
  • Curtin Singapore

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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