Overview
The Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours) is designed for talented students with exceptional analytic skills and a thirst for the knowledge and expertise that will help them build the technologies of the future. The Core courses provide a solid grounding in the fundamentals of programming, software engineering, computer hardware, … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Design and build correct, efficient and robust sofware solutions to complex problems
2.
Analyse existing software systems in terms of correctness, efficiency, robustness, and appropiateness for their context of use
3.
Determine user requirements for effective software solutions in organisational contexts
4.
Lead project teams in developing software solutions for complex problems
5.
Conduct research in emerging areas of computer science
6.
Communicate software concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical actors
7.
Act professionally and ethically, and consider the broad implications of introducing new technology into existing contexts
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours) - BAdvCompSci(Hons)3779 - Advanced Computer Science (Honours)
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 144 UOC.
Core Courses66 Units of Credit:
Computing Electives30 Units of Credit:
Advanced Computing Electives30 Units of Credit:
Thesis18 Units of Credit:
Minimum Elective Requirement
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