Key facts
Domestic students course information.
Entry is based on the UNE Bachelor of Computer Science or an equivalent bachelor qualification in a relevant discipline with a suitable GPA.
Entry is based on the UNE Bachelor of Computer Science or an equivalent bachelor qualification in a relevant discipline with a suitable GPA. English language requirements must also be met.
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
- 006334G
| Start Dates and Campus | Trimester 1 – February 2024 | Trimester 2 – June 2024 | Trimester 3 – October 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
| Armidale Campus | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
| Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Online | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
| Armidale Campus | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
| Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
Course information
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Study our Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours and acquire a skillset that is in high demand in many workplaces: problem-solving and analytical skills, teamwork, can-do technical skills, and a capacity for both attention to detail and the ability to see the big picture.
Our honours program combines coursework with the opportunity to undertake an original research project leading to a thesis. During your studies you will learn to take creative approaches and find alternative solutions to problems, while demonstrating advanced information skills and research methods.
If you aspire to a career at the forefront of technological innovation and research, our Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours will equip you with transferable skills that are highly valued in today's globalised job market.
Why study the Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours with UNE?
When you study the Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours you will undertake an intensive program which combines coursework and a thesis. Our course provides you with the opportunity to develop an original research project on a topic that interests you, and to conduct empirical or theoretical research under the guidance of a supervisor who is a specialist in your chosen field.
An honours degree will not only enhance your employment prospects, it is the ideal preparation for higher degree studies. Honours will allow you to develop advanced problem-solving, design, decision-making, and communication skills. You will deepen your understanding of computer science while developing your knowledge of research principles and methods.
What makes our course different?
Our honours graduates have a depth of knowledge and skills that make them perfectly placed to succeed in a broad range of computing and information technology careers. You will have the opportunity to:
- Build a solid foundation in critical thinking, communication, problem solving, resilience, flexibility, perseverance and research skills — skills in high demand by a wide range of employers.
- Learn to identify, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs, establish priorities and set goals using systems thinking.
- Acquire advanced communication skills, and the ability to work independently, or as an effective member, or leader, of diverse teams.
- Expand your theoretical knowledge and practical experience, and hone your problem solving and analytical skills to future proof your career in today's fast-paced ICT environment.
- Choose to study when it suits you. The degree is available online, as well as on campus, allowing you to fit study around your busy lifestyle, not the other way around, no matter where you are in the world.
By choosing UNE, you are choosing an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, our students award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Study online
Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.
Study on campus
Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.
Entry requirements
Select the option that best describes you.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia:
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
You can apply for this course if you meet all of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed the UNE Bachelor of Computer Science or an equivalent Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline*
- AND you have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 in at least 18 credit points (3 units) of study in Computer Science at 300-level or above.
Please note: Admission to this course is determined by the Head of School on the recommendation of the course coordinator.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
On-Campus study
If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa. The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia):
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
You can apply for this course if you meet all of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed the UNE Bachelor of Computer Science or an equivalent Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline*
- AND you have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 in at least 18 credit points (3 units) of study in Computer Science at 300-level or above.
Please note: Admission to this course is determined by the Head of School on the recommendation of the course coordinator.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Online study in your own country
If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa. If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay.
Online study in Australia
If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units).
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
- A completed thesis proposal form. This must be included in your online application.
- Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
- Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the thesis component of this course.
You can apply for this course if you meet all of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed the UNE Bachelor of Computer Science or an equivalent Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline*
- AND you have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 in at least 18 credit points (3 units) of study in Computer Science at 300-level or above.
Please note: Admission to this course is determined by the Head of School on the recommendation of the course coordinator.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
- A completed thesis proposal form. This must be included in your online application.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the thesis component of this course.
Course structure
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points at 400-level, including advanced course work, research methodology and a thesis.
48 credit points
Complete the following unit:- Honours in Computer Science (COSC400) – 48 credit points
See UNE Handbook for more details. The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course plans, exit awards, intensive schools, and work placement requirements.
Fees and scholarships
How much will it cost?
Estimated fees for your first year of study in this course are:
| Fee type | Cost |
|---|---|
| International | $33,829* |
| Commonwealth Supported Place | $8,928* |
| Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time | $351 |
*Annual course fees only cover the cost of tuition. They do not include other expenses associated with university study such as text books, accommodation and living expenses. If you are successful in gaining admission to study at UNE, the Offer of Admission will list the exact tuition fees you need to pay for your course. Fees quoted cover full-time tuition for two full-time trimesters only. For more information, please see fees and costs.
What are the course fee payment options?
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a government subsidised place in a university course. The government pays part of your tuition fees, and you pay the remainder.
If you have a CSP in either an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP Loan, which allows you to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.
UNE scholarships are open for all to apply and offer financial help while you are studying. There are scholarships for students with high academic achievement, from rural areas, studying specific degrees, in disadvantaged groups, experiencing financial hardship, who excel at sport or want to live in a UNE residential college.
UNE scholarship applications are free and confidential. You may apply for more than one scholarship.
Scholarships
UNE offers bursaries and scholarships that can help you with the costs of studying and living in Australia.
The UNE International Bursary reduces the published annual tuition fees for international students by up to 20%. These bursaries are available for international students commencing coursework studies at UNE in 2024. View detailed Bursary information.
UNE also offers a number of substantial research scholarships to postgraduate students studying research-based degrees.
Your career
While many computer science graduates go on to careers in computing, it is also an excellent starting point for careers in business, law, medicine, and other professions, in roles such as:
- internet and networking specialist
- software solution designer
- economic modelling
- artificial intelligence
- game programming
- electronic product design.
The Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours is a separate award extending the Bachelor of Computer Science. The Bachelor of Computer Science has been granted Professional Level accreditation by the Australian Computer Society and, through the Seoul Accord, is recognised in other countries.
Accreditation details for UNE's Bachelor of Computer Science can be viewed using the UNE Course Handbook.
Course outcomes
- demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills to identify, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs, establish priorities and the goals, constraints and uncertainties of the system (social, cultural, environmental, business etc), using systems thinking, while recognising ethical implications of professional practice;
- apply advanced problem-solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and/or processes to complex problems to meet specified requirements, including creative approaches to synthesise alternative solutions, concepts and procedures, while demonstrating advanced information skills and research methods;
- demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills to apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals to analysis, design and operation, using appropriate computer software, laboratory equipment and other devices, ensuring model applicability, accuracy and limitations;
- communicate and coordinate proficiently by listening, speaking, reading and writing advanced English for professional practice, working as an effective member or leader of diverse teams, using tools and practices of formal project management;
- manage own time and processes effectively by prioritising competing demands to achieve personal and team goals, with regular review of personal performance as a primary means of managing continuing professional development; and
- demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods to conduct a research investigation by critically analysing a challenging complex or multi-faceted problem, identifying research questions, designing and planning a project, selecting and applying practical and/or theoretical techniques or tools to address a research question, and analysing, interpreting and critically evaluating research findings.
- Knowledge of a Discipline
Graduates will have an in-depth knowledge of computing science and information technology. They will be able to articulate on aspects of the place and importance of computing science and information technology in both the local and wider community.
- Communication Skills
Graduates will be able to communicate results, information or arguments to audiences ranging from experts in computing science and information technology to those with no computing science or information technology background, using a range of techniques and communication media.
- Problem Solving
Students will need to locate, evaluate and apply information from a variety of sources throughout their degree. Students will be taught how to evaluate and interpret information in a useful manner and will be assessed on their ability to deconstruct relevant literature and to integrate theoretical and critical approaches into their work.
- Information Literacy
Graduates will be able to access information from a range of sources and will be able to synthesise and evaluate that information using a range of technologies.
- Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility
Students will be taught about their social responsibility and ethical conduct throughout the course. An emphasis is placed on their professional responsibilities, as a researcher, to provide balanced and accurate research and data. In addition, students will be taught that they have a social responsibility to question and challenge some 'facts'.
- Lifelong Learning
Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for life-long learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed learning.
- Independence and Collaboration
Graduates will have an awareness of the need to function effectively both independently and as members or leaders of multidisciplinary teams.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey
Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024
Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian university.
We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
*The Good Universities Guide
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024 No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024 Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian University.
As an international student you can take advantage of flexible online study from overseas or while you are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa. You can’t study fully online on a Student Visa.
To study online from overseas you need to consider that you may need to travel to Australia to attend a UNE campus for some mandatory intensive schools.
Studying on Campus
Whether you are an undergraduate student coming to study in Australia for the first time, a PhD student coming to live here with your family, or you only need short-stay accommodation whilst in Armidale for Intensive Schools, we have the perfect accommodation option for you.
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How to apply
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Important Dates
Different application methods and courses can have different closing dates. To find your correct application method click the Apply Now button below. Please check the appropriate application website for opening and closing dates.
If you are applying online direct to UNE please see below for application dates.
| Intake | Application Closing Date | Trimester Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | 16 February 2024* | 26 February 2024 |
| Trimester 2 | 14 June 2024* | 24 June 2024 |
*Early closing date
Important Notice for Prospective Students
For accurate, up-to-date details on entry requirements, course structure, and other essential information, please consult the UNE Student Handbook before applying or enrolling. The Handbook provides comprehensive guidance to assist in your decision-making process. We apologise for any inconvenience.
