Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Computer Science

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Computer Science combines technical expertise in an engineering field of your choice with skills in software development.

Complete core units in your first year to assist in selecting majors in engineering and computer science.

Obtain theoretical and practical engineering knowledge by participating in workshops and industry projects to prepare for roles in your chosen field across a range of industries.

Explore contemporary approaches to application development involving mobile devices and web-based systems, with an emphasis on the design and implementation of effective human–computer interfaces.

Develop skills in a range of programming languages, including C++, C#, Objective C and Java to complement your engineering skills and prepare you for a range of technical and creative careers.

Apply your learning in a professionally focused, multidisciplinary project during your final year of study.

Undertake at least 12 weeks of relevant professional experience.

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Computer Science requires students to complete units of study to the value of 500 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated. View course rules and special requirements

View Swinburne Engineering Competencies relevant to learning outcomes for this course.

Core studies for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

12 units (137.5 credit points)

*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes

†Honours merit unit – results are used in the honours merit calculation

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Core studies for Bachelor of Computer Science

5 units (62.5 credit points)

*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes

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Major for Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

16 units (200 credit points)

Choose a major:

Choose a major Architectural Biomedical Civil Construction Electrical and Electronic Mechanical Product Design Robotics and Mechatronics Software Telecommunications

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Major for Bachelor of Computer Science

8 units (100 credit points)

Choose a major:

Choose a major Cybersecurity Data Science Games Development Internet of Things Network Design Software Design Software Development

• Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
• Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
• One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
• See the course planner for an example degree structure

Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) will be able to:

1. apply coherent and advanced knowledge of the chosen major in engineering in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking and judgment
2. apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research with some independence, as preparation for research higher degrees
3. apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
4. apply abstraction, mathematics and engineering fundamentals to the analysis, design and operation of a model, using appropriate engineering methods and tools
5. communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a diverse team, and use the basic tools and practices of project management within project work
6. demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, professional accountability and an awareness of professional engineering practice in a global and sustainable context
7. reflect on and take responsibility for their own learning and self-management processes, and manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing of personal performance as a means of managing continuing professional development and lifelong learning.

Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Computer Science will be able to:

1. apply a broad and coherent knowledge of computer science and software development in diverse contexts and domains using critical thinking and judgment
2. apply appropriate methods and contemporary tools to the scoping, analysis, design, construction, verification and operation of software systems
3. communicate proficiently to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a team, and use the basic tools and practices of project management within project work
4. demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, professional accountability and an awareness of professional practice in a global context
5. apply problem analysis and decision-making methodologies to identify, design and implement solutions to industry relevant problems with intellectual independence
6. reflect on personal performance, learning, and self-management processes as a means of continued professional development and lifelong learning.