Bachelor of Computing Science - IDeA
University of Technology Sydney
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The Bachelor of Computing Science - IDeA offers a full grounding in the central disciplines of IT and Computing Science, including both theory and professional practice. Utilising a cadetship model of study, the degree builds professional aptitude and workplace experience while studying. It is aimed at students with a passion for computer science, IT and related fields who are looking toward technically oriented industry positions.
The Bachelor of Computing Science - IDeA is part of the Industry Degree Academy program, which uniquely combines work and study in an integrated cadetship format where students’ workplace activities are credited towards this degree. Unlike working while studying, the Bachelor of Computing Science is designed to enable employers and students to actively contribute to the learning outcomes via portfolios and industry certifications and training. As well as gaining strong technical skills and a full qualification in computing science and IT for their chosen specialisation, students also gain skills in problem-solving, teamwork, project management and communication.
Areas of study
Artificial intelligence and data analytics, business information systems management, cybersecurity and privacy, enterprise systems development, interaction design, networking and cybersecurity, quantum information science
Career opportunities
Depending on the major selected, career options include software developer, systems analyst, data analyst, business analyst, IT project manager, network specialist.
Professional recognition
The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology plan to seek accreditation from the Australian Computer Society.
Fees and charges
Refer to UTS current fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
This is a cadetship course intended for current school leavers, although applications are accepted from post-school applicants who have completed Year 12 one year prior to application provided they have not started a university degree. Applicants must submit a Bachelor of Computing Science – IDeA application to both UAC and UTS.
Applicants must demonstrate technical potential and motivation for the program. Students are then chosen for interviews, and final selection is based on the result of the interview and their ATAR.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
Please note that the applications open and close dates may vary by industry partner. For further information including dates, refer to the UTS IDeA cadetships.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced, any 2 units of English.
Recommended studies: Mathematics Extension 1, English Advanced.
Portfolio: Current school leavers can support their application by submitting the Year 12 Engineering and IT Portfolio via UAC.
Other applicants
Refer to the UTS general admission criteria.
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Further information
View all details of this course on the UTS website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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UTS cross-faculty and combined courses
UTS offers many cross-faculty courses and combined courses in the areas of Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Design, Engineering and Information Technology, Health, Law and Science.
UTS also offers a Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation (BCII), a Bachelor of International Studies and a Bachelor of Sustainability and Environment as combined degrees. TD School at UTS also offers a unique future-focused Diploma in Innovation that can be completed in parallel with almost any Bachelor degree and double degree, except BCII. Diploma enrolment is by direct application once at UTS.