The Bachelor of Computing is designed to produce graduates who satisfy the computing needs of industry, government and commerce, and who can expect employment in the fields of applications programming, systems programming, systems analysis, project management, database design and management, data communications, and a range of specialised positions. Students develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes in the broad areas of software development, computer technology and information systems. The degree can be completed in three years of full-time study over six semesters, with an average of 16 hours per week class contact. It may also be completed part-time.
Classes are available during the day and in the evening.
This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting the requirements for professional-level membership. Entrance requirements VCE or equivalent qualification with a study score of at least 20 in English at levels 3 and 4, and units 1 and 2 of any VCE mathematics. The course is offered through the VTAC system and to international students through Monash International. There are no computing prerequisites. The pass degree consists of both compulsory and elective subjects, to a total of 144 points.