Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours
Why study the Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours at UNE?
This program is designed to allow well-qualified graduates to extend their studies in the area of Computer Science, either to improve their career prospects or to proceed to higher degree studies. Completion of the degree to the standard of Second Class Honours Division 2 or better, is the normal mode of entry to the research degree of Master of Science.
Career Opportunities
Examples include technical positions in e-business, internet and networking specialists, specialized financial computer programs, software solution designers, and careers in economic modelling, artificial intelligence, game programming and electronic product design.
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DURATION
1 Year Full-time2 Years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
2013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
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| Official Abbreviation | BCompSc(Hons) | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Bachelor Honours | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Completion to the standard of Second Class Honours, Division 1 or better, is the normal mode of entry to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with Second Class Honours, Division 2 allowing enrolment for the research Master of Science. |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | 1. Admission to a final honours course shall be at the discretion of the Head of the School of Science and Technology and subject to the provisions of Rules 2. and 3. 2. (a) Except as provided in Rule 2.(b) a candidate for admission to a final honours course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours, shall have fulfilled the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science. (b) The Head of the School of Science and Technology on the recommendation of the course coordinator, may approve for admission to a final honours course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours, a candidate who has fulfilled the requirements for an appropriate degree or other qualification of equivalent standing at a university or other institution recognised by the school for this purpose. The school may require additional evidence which will be specified in each case of the ability of such a candidate to undertake a final honours course in Computer Science. 3. Normally, candidature for the degree shall commence at the beginning of the year following that in which the candidate qualifies in terms of Rule 2. Candidature may be commenced at other times only with the approval of the Head of the School of Science and Technology. 4. On admission the candidate shall lodge an application form with the course coordinator. |
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| Scholarships | The Faculty of Arts and Sciences offers The Sciences Encouragement Award each year. Further details are available from the Faculty Academic Director (adfas@une.edu.au). |
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Powder Blue (BCC 193) |
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Admission to Candidature
1. Admission to a final honours course shall be at the discretion of the Head of the School of Science and Technology and subject to the provisions of Rules 2. and 3.
2. (a) Except as provided in Rule 2.(b), a candidate for admission to a final honours course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours shall have fulfilled the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science.
(b) The Head of the School of Science and Technology on the recommendation of the course coordinator, may approve for admission to a final honours course leading to the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours, a candidate who has fulfilled the requirements for an appropriate degree or other qualification of equivalent standing at a university or other institution recognised by the school for this purpose. The school may require additional evidence which will be specified in each case of the ability of such a candidate to undertake a final honours course in Computer Science.
3. Normally, candidature for the degree shall commence at the beginning of the year following that in which the candidate qualifies in terms of Rule 2. Candidature may be commenced at other times only with the approval of the Head of the School of Science and Technology.
4. On admission the candidate shall lodge an application form with the course coordinator.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to two years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
A candidate for the degree of Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours shall complete a final honours course in Computer Science.
A final honours course is a unit of fourth-year standard bearing the numerical designation 400.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 48 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
Classes of Honours
There shall be three classes of honours, namely Class I, Class II and Class III. Class II shall have two divisions, namely Division 1 and Division 2. There shall be no re-examination.
An exceptionally distinguished candidate who has been awarded First Class Honours may be awarded a University Medal.
Appeals
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Appeals.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
For candidates studying Full Time = 48 cps per year.
For candidates studying Part Time = 24 cps per year.
12-15 Hours of study per week should be allocated for each 6 cp unit enrolment.
| Course Aims | The course aims are currently unavailable. |
| Learning Outcomes | Learning outcome information is currently unavailable for this course. |
| Graduate Attributes | Graduate attribute information is currently unavailable for this course. |