RMIT's Bachelor of Computer Science will provide you with in-depth knowledge of systems infrastructure, software methods and technologies, and application technologies from both the theoretical and practical aspects.
This degree will also provide you with a fundamental understanding of all aspects of computer technology, computer hardware, operating systems, computer networks, data structures and algorithms, database systems, software engineering and organisational issues.
Learning in RMIT's revolutionary programming bootcamps and studios, and developing the skills required by industry, you will explore real-world problems that will equip you with the knowledge and agility required to thrive in this expansive and competitive field of computer science.
This degree provides you with the flexibility to choose your career pathway. Whether you want to specialise in AI, blockchain, cloud computing, game design, computer security, data wrangling or computational science, you will have the opportunity to study industry-relevant subjects that will challenge you and advance your career.
You will graduate with outstanding programming skills, the ability to design, implement, and maintain complex software systems which drive mobile devices, social media and intelligent robots, and the ability to adapt to new advances in information technology.
Computer science is a growing industry with lots of high paying opportunities for skilled professionals in Australia and overseas.
Graduates of this degree will have the cutting-edge industry knowledge and skills that are essential for a career as an IT professional, with the potential to move into a leadership role.
As a computer scientist, you may like to pursue a career in the following roles:
Analyst/Programmer
Software Developer
Software Architect
Full-stack Developer
ICT Security Specialist
Systems Architect
Data Scientist
Computer Research Scientist.
To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.