Faculty of Engineering

Computer science and IT

Provide computing solutions to the worlds greatest challenges

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What is computer science?

Computing and information systems help us use data to improve the way the world works. From smartphones and drones to transport networks, smart cities and the Internet of Things, most innovations need software to drive them

Why study computing with us?

There are many reasons to choose a computing degree with us. 

  • Combine your new-found computing skills with your entrepreneurial drive to launch something exciting through Incubate.
  • By studying computing at the University of Sydney, you’ll develop the creativity, originality and problem-solving skills that employers across many sectors value most.
  • As a final-year student, you’ll work with one of our 1200+ industry partners on an actual business challenge.
  • Broaden your career prospects by combining your Bachelor of Advanced Computing with a second degree in commerce, science, health  science or medical science. Combined degrees are five years in length – this means you do just one extra year to attain two full qualifications.

What careers could you have?

  • Write software for organisations of all sizes, invent new types of code, provide consultancy on information communications technology decision-making or develop new ways to process large complex datasets.
  • Work in an established company like Microsoft, Oracle and Google, or launch your own startup.
  • Become a Big Data developer, information security analyst, software project manager, computer programmer or web developer, among many other career options.
  • See a direct positive impact of your work, potentially for millions of people around the world.
  • Flexible work hours and a dynamic work environment enable a good work-life balance.
  • International work opportunities, right from the start of your career.

In my experience, employers have become far more interested in candidates who possess industry-specific expertise, complemented by data science capabilities. The Master of Data Science bridges that gap in the labour market.

Nicholas James

Master of Data Science Graduate

The Advanced Computing degree has enabled me to gain insight into technology, and provided me with leadership skills to boost my future career. The course has equipped me with the knowledge and skills required to be successful in the field of IT. I’m excited to start my internship at Canva, and have recently completed one at Bytedance.

Menghan Huang

Advanced Computing student