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Bachelor of Computer Science Advanced (Honours) is an advanced version of the Bachelor of Computer Science, designed for high-achieving students who wish to study computing in depth with a strong research component through the four years of study. It aims to prepare students for either postgraduate study or employment requiring research and advanced computer science skills. This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting the standard of knowledge for professional level membership.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Bachelor of Computer Science Advanced (Honours) is an advanced version of the Bachelor of Computer Science, designed for high-achieving students who wish to study computing in depth with a strong research component through the four years of study. It aims to prepare students for either postgraduate study or employment requiring research and advanced computer science skills. This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting the standard of knowledge for professional level membership.
Bachelor of Computer Science Advanced (Honours)
Clayton, Melbourne, Australia
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171,200 AUDTuition Fee/year
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Computer Science and Information SystemsMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
Domestic
International
Scholarships
International Merit scholarship
Value
$10000
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
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