Bachelor of Computing

Why Become a Computing Professional?

Significant growth is predicted over the next few years in several areas of the ICT industry. In order to meet this growth computing professionals will be needed with skills in mobile computing, information security, software engineering, databases, information retrieval and search engines, graphics, artificial intelligence, learning systems, internet and web engineering.

The Bachelor of Computing degree will equip you with these skills and more, and you could soon be working in a vital technology-based industry - in research and development, business, manufacturing, education or a government sector.

Study Facts and Outcomes

The Bachelor of Computing integrates Computer Science, Software Engineering and Applied Computing
The degree is completed by three years full-time study (four with honours), available at Hobart and Launceston campuses, and part time study is also offered
First year units are available at Cradle Coast campus, Burnie
Students complete four units of study per semester, two semesters per year, thirteen teaching weeks per semester
Students attend four hours of classes, and complete a recommended four hours personal study, per unit per week i.e. 16 contact hours and 16 personal study hours each week
Practical work experience is obtained through the third-year Software Engineering Project
Graduates have the opportunity to go on to Honours and higher degree studies, including PhD

School of Computing and Information Systems Teaching and Research Areas

Artificial Intelligence
Multimedia and Internet Technologies
Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing
Programming Languages
Computer Security
Software Engineering
Systems and Networks
Distributed Systems

Structure of the Bachelor of Computing

Year 1	Year 2	Year 3
Programming & Problem Solving	Algorithms	Software Engineering Project A
Programming with Data Structures	Professional ICT Management	Software Engineering Project B
Introduction to Systems	Software Construction	4 x Advanced Computing Electives
Data Management	Operating Systems
2 x Specified Electives (from Schedule B)	2 x Advanced Computing or Non-Computing Electives
2 x Non-Computing Electives	2 x Non-Computing Electives	2 x Advanced Computing or Non-Computing electives

Current Advanced Computing Electives Are:

Non-Computing Units for Computing Students

Computing students are required to study at least four non-computing units, and may complete as many as eight, which, if all from one discipline, may constitute a major in that area. These units can be chosen from offerings within the University.

Computing Units for Non-Computing Students

Computing majors may be completed as a component of the

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Education
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Information Systems
Bachelor of Economics

Combined Degrees

Combined Computing degrees currently on offer are:

Also offered is a joint qualification Bachelor of Computing and TAFE Diploma of Information Technology, studied concurrently at University and TAFE.

School of Computing and Information Systems Facilities and Resources

Undergraduate students work in state-of-the-art laboratories using Sun Unix computers, Apple Macintosh and IBM Windows PCs. All systems in the school access AARNet (the Australian Academic and Research Network), which connects most Universities and all research organisations in Australia to the Internet. Wireless networking is provided for student-owned laptops. School facilities and resources are available to students twenty four hours per day, seven days per week.

In addition to the academic program, the School holds dinners, barbecues and social events throughout the year, and there are support and interest groups such as Students in Computing (SIC), Internet Development Society (IDS), a Mentor scheme for beginning students, and an International Affairs Coordinator to assist overseas Computing students

University Facilities and Resources

On campus there are libraries, sports centres, gymnasiums, tennis courts, squash courts, sports fields, banks, travel agents, shops, bars, cafes, cultural and sporting clubs and societies, and student Health, Housing, Careers and Employment services. The University issues students with ID cards that, for full-time students, provide discounts on movie tickets, transport, travel and more. In addition there are computers available in the libraries, faculties, student union and IT Services laboratories across campus. All students have free e-mail and Internet accounts.

Entry Requirements

To study the Bachelor of Computing you need to have obtained at least four pre-tertiary Level 5 TCE subjects, (or interstate equivalent). There are no prerequisite subjects. Mature age students (over 21 years of age) are accepted upon demonstration of ability to successfully complete the course.

Financial Assistance and Fees

Generous Tasmanian Scholarships are available to students from Australia and overseas. Contact your Careers Teacher or the Scholarships Office for further information.

Australian students must pay the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS), either up front at 20% discount, or deferred until able to repay through the taxation scheme. For more information visit the HECS inquiry site.

Services and Amenities fees are payable annually, and an Entrance Fee is charged in the first year of enrolment. Other expenses include text books, stationery and photocopying.

Living Away From Home

You may apply to live in a residential hall or shared house or flat. For further information contact the University’s Accommodation Office or phone (03) 6324 3917 (Launceston), (03) 6221 7300 (Hobart).

You may also be eligible for a Living Away From Home Allowance, or/and Accommodation Bursary.

Student Exchange Opportunities

There are opportunities to study overseas for up to one year during your study of the Bachelor of Computing.

Handbook

For further information about the Bachelor of Computing Degree view the on-line University Handbook

Contacts

School of Computing and Information Systems
University of Tasmania
Locked Bag 1359
Launceston Tasmania 7250

Free Call: 1800 733 743
Phone: 03 6324 3347
Fax: 03 6324 3368
Email: Secretary@cis.utas.edu.au
Web: www.utas.edu.au/cis

International Admissions and Exchanges
University of Tasmania
Private Bag 38
Hobart Tasmania 7001

Phone: 03 6226 2706
Fax: 03 6226 7862
Email: International.Office@utas.edu.au
Web: www.international.utas.edu.au

(International callers must dial +61 3 6xxx xxxx).