This course will equip you with high-level knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.
It covers aspects of modern computing, commencing with fundamental programming and theoretical knowledge; and followed by specialisation in computer science, cyber security or software engineering.
You will use C and Java as the tools for learning core concepts such as object orientation and algorithms. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.
This degree is designed to prepare you for careers in computing. Accordingly, Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.
Students who perform well in the first year of this course can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computing) course, although acceptance is not automatic.
Software Engineering
In this major you will learn to design, measure and analyse software-based systems. You will receive a strong foundation in computer science, with emphasis on the gathering, design, implementation and testing of software requirements.
Professional recognition
Graduates can apply for accreditation from the Australian Computer Society.
The Cyber Security major meets the data and security standards of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers; Association for Computing Machinery; and Australian Computer Society.
Career information
Careers
Computer programmer
IT professional
Computer security professional
Software engineer/developer
Industries
Applications and software development
Game design and development
Cyber security
IT analysis
What you'll learn
Implement secure processes based on best practice when developing software and dealing with computer systems
Evaluate standard algorithms, techniques, and software technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
Identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of computing sources to optimise the process of software design and implementation
Document software development activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
Effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations
Sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
24 February 2025
Bentley Campus
Kent Street,
BENTLEY,
Western Australia,
6102, PERTH, Australia
Students from different countries should have qualifications equivalent to Australian Year 12 and a scaled mark of at least 50 in English, Literature, or English as an Additional Language or Dialect.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - 6.0; Overall band score 6.0; TOEFL Score: 79 (overall); Reading 13; Listening 13; Speaking 18; Writing 21; Pearson Test of English - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - 50; Overall band score 58; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and PBT (Paper Based Test) - 570 and 4.5 in TWE; C1 Advanced Formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 176 with 169 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. C2 Proficiency Formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) 190 with 176 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Curtin is ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019.