Computer Science and Software Engineering

UNSW Sydney

Self-paced

In a nutshell

Gain the fundamentals to specialise in your Computer Engineering area of choice, from bioinformatics to software engineering.

What you'll need to get in

UNSW's Computer Science and Software Engineering degrees are open to students with a strong background in mathematics and computing. Applicants should have completed relevant high school subjects or equivalent, and may need to meet specific entry requirements for certain programs.

Subject breakdown

The Computer Science and Software Engineering programs at UNSW cover a wide range of topics, including computer programming, algorithms, data structures, software engineering, computer architecture, networks, databases, and artificial intelligence. Students can choose to specialise in areas like bioinformatics, computer engineering, software engineering, or general computer science.

Why this provider?

UNSW is a leading university for Computer Science and Engineering, ranked #1 in Australia and #4 in the world. Our programs are accredited by Engineers Australia and the Australian Computer Society, ensuring they meet industry standards. We partner with leading organisations like Data61 to provide hands-on, industry-relevant education and research opportunities.

Where will this course take you?

Graduates of UNSW's Computer Science and Software Engineering programs are highly sought after by employers in industries like technology, finance, healthcare, and more. Career paths include software engineer, computer programmer, data scientist, cybersecurity specialist, and many others.