Bachelor of Science (Dean's Scholar)(Honours)

The Bachelor of Science (Dean's Scholar, Computer Science) (Honours) is a research-oriented, four-year undergraduate program in science which includes an integrated Honours year.

After graduating from this program, you will be qualified to apply your advanced knowledge and research capability in your chosen discipline to professional work or further learning.

This program is a preferred pathway into higher degrees by research such as a PhD program.This program develops a skill set that spans from theoretical and algorithmic foundations to cutting-edge developments in computing.

As a graduate of this program, you will be knowledgeable and creative;

have excellent programming skills;

be capable of designing, implementing and maintaining complex software systems which drive mobile devices, social media, intelligent robots and more;

and be able to readily adapt to new advances in the rapidly changing information technology environment and/or continue towards a research degree.This program provides an extensive treatment of systems infrastructure, software methods and technologies, and application technologies from a more theoretical aspect.

In addition, as computer scientists are expected to have some understanding of all aspects of computing, some treatment of computer hardware and organisational issues will also be provided.

This program concentrates on developing capabilities in theory, principles and innovation of these topics.You will develop information technology industry knowledge and skills that are essential for employment as a competent software developer with potential to move into a leadership role.The capstone experience for this program consists of the Science Honours Project Courses (Science Honours Project 1, 2, 3 and 4).

The Honours project is a culmination and application of knowledge and skills from your prior studies.

Regular interactions with your supervisor(s) will allow you to obtain technical advice, plan and carry out an advanced project and get feedback on your progress.

You will propose solutions to real world problems using the knowledge and competencies acquired during your program.This program is delivered on campus;

some courses may be available online.

For more information about the weighted average mark, please click here To graduate you must complete the following:

All courses listed may not be available each semester

Year One of Program

Stage A: Complete the following Three (3) Courses:

Stage B: Complete the following Three (3) Courses:

AND

Year Two of Program

Complete the following Seven (7) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from the Computer Science Options list at the end of this program structure.

AND

Year Three of Program

Complete the following Five (5) Courses:

Select and Complete One (1) Course from the Computer Science Options listed at the end of the program structure.

Select and complete Two (2) Courses from any:

AND

Year Four of Program

Complete the following Five (5) Courses:

Select and complete Three (3) Courses from the Advanced Computer Science Options listed at the end of the program structure:

AND

Advanced Computer Science Options List

Advanced Computer Science Option Courses:

AND

Computer Science Options List

Computer Science Option Courses:

This program is intended for capable and highly motivated students who want research training through hands on participation in research projects throughout the program. The number of places in the program is limited so entry is competitive. Prior tertiary study must show evidence of academic success.

Program entry requirements Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.

For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.

Prerequisites Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4— a study score of at least 25 in mathematical methods (CAS) or specialist mathematics and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.

English language For international students, a minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page

You are expected to develop the following Program Learning Outcomes:

1. Enabling Knowledge

You will gain skills as you apply knowledge effectively in diverse contexts.

2. Critical Analysis

You will learn to accurately and objectively examine and consider computer science and information technology (IT) topics, evidence, or situations, in particular to:

• Analyse and model requirements and constraints for the purpose of designing and implementing software artefacts and IT systems
• Evaluate and compare designs of software artefacts and IT systems on the basis of organisational and user requirements.

3. Problem Solving

Your capability to analyse problems and synthesise suitable solutions will be extended as you learn to:

• Design and implement software solutions that accommodate specified requirements and constraints, based on analysis or modelling or requirements specification.

4. Communication

You will learn to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences through a range of modes and media, in particular to:

• Present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of software applications, alternative IT solutions, and decision recommendations to both IT and non-IT personnel via technical reports of professional standard and technical presentations.

5. Team Work

You will learn to work as an effective and productive team member in a range of professional and social situations, in particular to:

• Work effectively in different roles, to form, manage, and successfully produce outcomes from teams, whose members may have diverse cultural backgrounds and life circumstances, and differing levels of technical expertise.

6. Responsibility

You will be required to accept responsibility for your own learning and make informed decisions about judging and adopting appropriate behaviour in professional and social situations. This includes accepting the responsibility for independent life-long learning. Specifically, you will learn to:

• Effectively apply relevant standards, ethical considerations, and an understanding of legal and privacy issues to designing software applications and IT systems.

7. Responsibility and Scholarship:

You will have technical and communication skills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse and theorise about developments that contribute to professional practice or scholarship; specifically you will have cognitive skills:

• to demonstrate coherent and advanced theoretical knowledge and adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
• to plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence.