Flinders University

Bachelor of Computer Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Develop a comprehensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of computing technologies, and prepare yourself for a career in a computing-related field. You will gain the practical experience required to design efficient, reliable software that meets industry standards and also learn about the hardware on which software runs.

Delivery mode

Flinders University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 1284 South Road, Clovelly Park

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission Pathways

You have recent secondary education

  • If you’ve finished Year 12 (and do not have more than 2 years of higher education study), or are currently studying Year 12 and complete the SACE/IB (or interstate equivalent) you are eligible to compete for uni entry via your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

    • You have completed vocational education and training (VET)

  • If you have TAFE/VET qualifications (Cert 3 or higher) you are eligible to apply. Note, admission is competitive and most courses require higher than Certificate 3 level for admission.

    • You have completed some higher education

  • If you have completed the equivalent of at least one semester (full-time) but no more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you may be considered for entry to most courses on the basis of your higher education results or any other qualifications that meet the University's entry requirements (eg Year 12 results or VET qualifications).
  • If you have completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you will normally be considered for entry on the basis of your higher education results only.

    • You have work and life experience

    • If you have not had the opportunity to gain access to university by traditional means there are these options.
    • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
    • Flinders Foundation Studies Program
    • Skills Assessment Program
    • Year 12 qualifications

    English language requirements

    Undergraduate programs

    • IELTS (Academic): 6.0 Overall
    • TOEFL (Internet): 72 Total score with 18 Speaking and 21 Writing
    • Pearson (PTE Academic): 50 Overall
    • Cambridge C1 Advanced: 169 Overall
    Additional requirements may apply.

    Course fees

    Estimated Fee* $0 - $24,903 $113,400 Fees are based on full-time study.
    * Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
    Standard Tuition:
    $24,903
    Standard Tuition:
    $113,400
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $24,903
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $113,400
    Enquire with Flinders University to find out more.
    Study mode On Campus
    Duration 3 Years
    Estimated fee* $0 - $24,903 $113,400 Support may be available

    Career opportunities

    The Bachelor of Computer Science will prepare you for the following roles.

    Data Scientist

    A Data Scientist looks for trends in data to provide information that guides organisational decisions. You might work for a retail business to prov...

    Avg yearly income $127,400
    Entry barriers Low

    Programmer

    Programmers are the people who write the code behind your favourite computer software and smartphone apps. They write and modify programming code a...

    Avg yearly income $83,200
    Entry barriers Low

    Software Developer

    Software Developers create computer programs and apps, usually collaborating with large project teams of corporate clients, other developers, and i...

    Avg yearly income $83,200
    Entry barriers Low

    Software Engineer

    A Software Engineer designs information technology systems for a range of industries. You might create new software systems or make changes to exis...

    Avg yearly income $130,000
    Entry barriers Low

    Machine Learning Engineer

    A Machine Learning Engineer develops and implements machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex problems. You might work in technology ...

    Avg yearly income $109,980
    Entry barriers Low

    About Flinders University

    For over 50 years, Flinders has been a centre of inspiring achievement: from our pioneering research and excellence in teaching to the positive impact we have in the communities we serve.

    Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.

    It extends from our founding Vice-Chancellor Peter Karmel’s entreaty to ‘experiment and experiment bravely’ through to the creative, trailblazing work of our staff, students and alumni.

    As we enter an era of disruptive change and remarkable technological innovation, Flinders is well prepared for this unpredictable, exciting future.

    Our strong network of external links keeps our work dynamic, enabling us to connect across barriers to create enterprising solutions for the future, to make a difference by changing lives and, ultimately, the world.