Bachelor
This course will equip you with high-level knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.
It covers aspects of modern computing, commencing with fundamental programming and theoretical knowledge, and followed by a specialisation in computer science, cyber security or software engineering.
You'll use C and Java as the tools for learning core concepts such as object orientation and algorithms. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.
Curtin collaborates with industry partners to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.
If you perform well in your first year of the Bachelor of Computing, you can apply
to transfer to the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computing) course. (Note that acceptance is not automatic.)
Computer Science
This major provides in-depth knowledge of software design, algorithm analysis, artificial intelligence, computer communications, databases and graphics.
You will gain the skills required to build operating systems and design new programming languages. Being mathematically based, computer science has a strong emphasis on logic and reasoning.
Cyber Security
This major focuses on the key concepts and challenges in data protection and computer software security.
You will examine both the high-level and low-level practical aspects of computer security. High-level aspects include cryptography theory, data access policy development and security program management. Low-level aspects include computer forensics, network intrusion detection and incident handling.
You'll learn how to identify and implement appropriate applications for specific scenarios. You'll also gain an understanding of issues related to the protection of individual rights.
Software Engineering
This major focuses on the software development lifecycle, but goes beyond programming to evaluate and meet customer needs, and design and test software.
You'll develop design techniques and project management skills to solve real-world problems and build reliable, efficient, large-scale software systems.
The Computing major can also be studied as part of the Bachelor of Advanced Science.
See our handbook for more course information.
How this course will make you industry readyThis course is designed so that you gain high-level knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance. Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year student placement opportunities.
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