Excellent Career Prospects For Technology Experts
The program explores the core of technological advancements, the what, when, who, why and most importantly – the how of Computer Science. Computers have changed our world, not only in a technological aspect but also a social one. Our Computer Science degree program takes you behind the scenes to the core of technological advancements, to teach you the what, when, who, why and most importantly – the how of Computer Science.
You will be equipped with basic training in all aspects of computer education, from hardware design to computer programming. Learn how to design, execute, test, update and maintain application software and systems as well as creating innovative programs for problem-solving in one holistic syllabus.
Major Fields of Study Include:
Computer Science
The scientific and mathematical study of algorithms used in designing and building computers and their application to the development of actual computing systems.
Computer Information Systems
Involves an overview of the design, development, and operation of electronic data storage and processing systems, including hardware and software.
Computational Biology
Computational biology concerns the development and application of data-analytical and theoretical methods, mathematical modeling and computational simulation techniques to study biological, behavioral, and social systems.
Cyber Security / Information Assurance
Cyber Security or Information Assurance is the study of risk and threat assessment on a computer system and data, development of prevention procedures and reaction to data and computer-related security breaches, computer system security plan documentation, configuration, testing and implementation of security software and/or technologies and provides protection and disaster recovery.
Business Information Technology
This study prepares individuals to apply software theory and programming methods to the solutions to business data problems.
Software Development/Programming
Involves the application of mathematical and scientific principles to the design, implementation, validation, and management of computers for mainframe and personal computers.
Management Information Systems
The development and management of data systems and related facilities for processing and retrieving internal business information.
Multimedia Development/Systems
Prepares students with the technical, creative and business skills necessary to design, develop, market and manage digital media.
Requirements for a study in the field of a Computer Science -related degree, you will usually need a minimum HSC (GPA 3) or A Levels – 2 principal passes including Science and Mathematics.
Career Opportunities
There is a wide number of computer/IT related careers you can enter in this field, with the potential for employment spread across all career sectors.
Computer Science
Computer Scientist, Systems Analyst, Network / Systems Administrator and more
Computer Information Systems
Analyst / Programmer, Software Developer, Systems Programmer, Network / Technical Support, Data Communications & Network Engineer, Control & Industrial Systems Developer
Business Information Technology
Business Analyst, Analyst Programmer, Consultant, Educator, Systems Analyst, Manager, Researcher, Database & Network Administrator
Multimedia Development / Systems
Broadcast Production, Animation, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Telecommunications, Advertising, Animation, Media Research & Production, Development of Learning & Teaching Materials or Desktop Publishing
Computational Biology
Pharmaceutical Companies, Scientific Software Companies, Biotechnology Companies, Health & Research Institutes, Medical Laboratories, Research & Testing Laboratories / Institutions
Software Development / Programming
Software Engineer, Systems Project Manager, Systems Programmer, Systems Analyst, Software Developer, Systems Administrator, Consultant, Computer Systems Manager
Management Information Systems
IT Analyst, IS Specialist, Applications Specialist, Web Solutions Specialist, Technical Consultant, Applications Consultant, IT/Management Consultant, Enterprise Systems Consultant, Solutions Architect/Applications Architect, IT Manager, MIS Manager, Project Manager or Data Analyst
Cyber Security / Information Assurance
Corporate & Industrial Security, Law Enforcement, Government Intelligence Services, Banking & Finance, Information System Security, Network Security Manager, Network Security Analysts, Information Security Analyst or Software Engineering.