Overview

Overview

> Ranked Number 1 in QLD for Computer Science for the last five years.*

• Take control of shaping our digital future through a career in Computer Science, a dynamic and developing field with increasing influence on every aspect of society. In this program you will learn the fundamental principles underpinning computer science and learn practical software technology development skills for many different platforms and applications. You will be equipped with the versatility to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape and empowered to turn your creative visions into tangible innovations in key growth areas such as Artificial Intelligence.
• You will have the choice of studying topics such as Programming Languages, Distributed Computing, Computer Architectures, Algorithms and Operating Systems, Machine Learning, Intelligent Systems, Robotics, Programming for Web, Mobile and Embedded Applications, Scientific Computing, Visualisation and Big Data Mining, and Analytics. You can choose between one of two majors and also select from a range of elective courses. In the last year of your studies, you will complete a practical project for industry or research placement providing first-hand experience of the knowledge, skills and attributes required to succeed in full-time employment.
• You will gain skills in communication, leadership, innovative thinking and ethical practice. You¿ll also have the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial thinking through Griffith¿s business accelerator, giving you the skills to create your own start-up.

* Tied ranking, 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects

Program accreditation

> The Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

Professional recognition

> It is expected that graduates will be eligible to apply to join the Australian Computer Society (ACS), and the program has been designed to specifically meet level 1 accreditation. Students and graduates can also join the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

> Attendance information

> This program is offered via full-time, part-time, on-campus, in-person and online mode. To be classed as full-time, students must enrol in at least three courses per trimester.

Industry experience

> Students will gain direct industry experience through the completion of the core 20 credit point Work Integrated Learning course in their capstone year.

My career opportunities

> This program prepares students for possible careers opportunities such as software developer, computer programmer, web and mobile applications developer, data scientist, systems analyst, computer games programmer, software systems architect and computer scientist.