Program Overview
The Bachelor of Advanced Computing from the University of Sydney equips students with skills in computing, IT, and business transformation. It offers flexible specializations and majors, prepares graduates for a wide range of IT careers, and benefits from the university's top global ranking in engineering and computer science. Accredited by the Australian Computer Society, it provides international recognition and access to industry partnerships for practical experience.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Advanced Computing is an undergraduate coursework degree designed to develop practical and theoretical skills in the computing, information technology, and business transformation industries. This program is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
Objectives:
The program aims to equip students with the design principles and programming skills needed to build systems behind emerging information technologies, such as intelligent drones, virtual reality apps, cybersecurity, and the Internet of Things.
Program Description:
The program offers a flexible approach to learning, allowing students to specialize in areas such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Information Technology, or Data Science. It also allows students to combine their chosen specialization with a major from the shared pool of 100+ majors offered at the University of Sydney.
Careers:
Graduates of this program are well-prepared for a range of careers in the IT industry, including:
- Big Data analyst
- Computer programmer
- Computer system administrator
- Consultant
- Chief Information Officer
- Chief Technology Officer
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Entrepreneur
- Information communications
- Research and development
- Software architect
- Software project manager
- Systems analyst
- Web developer
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Australian Computer Society and recognized internationally through the Seoul Accord.
- The University of Sydney is ranked 1st in Australia and 43rd in the world for computer science and information systems.
- The University of Sydney is ranked 25th globally for engineering and computer science.
- The University of Sydney is a top 20 university globally.
- The university has invested over $200 million in a new engineering and technology precinct to support research and student learning.
- Students have access to over 1200 industry, not-for-profit, and government partners for real-world work experience.
