Fast facts
Course facts at a glance.
Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)/Master of Science (Mathematics)
Study Computer Science and Mathematics at Flinders
Program the future. Build on your understanding mathematics and statistics. Solve the world’s problems.
This degree provides both the theoretical paradigms and the practical skills required to design and implement computer-based systems. You will also learn mathematical concepts used to understand, model and describe the world around us to solve a wide range of both theoretical and real-world problems.
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Why study Computer Science and Mathematics at Flinders?
- Gain skills in core computing technologies and knowledge of general computing and programming to an Honours level.
- Complete your Master of Science (Mathematics) to enhance your knowledge of computer science fundamentals.
- Fully accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
Your career
Graduates gain positions in database development, sales and marketing, telecommunications, web development and security, whilst the mathematics pathway can be applied in a range of employment areas such as business and finance, data science, environment, health, insurance, logistics and research.
Potential occupations include:
- analyst programmer
- computer scientist
- graduate software developer
- information technology officer
- database administrator.
Potential employers include:
- public agencies
- private agencies
- self-employment.
Professional accreditation/recognition
All our Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Computer Science degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level. Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as ICT professionals.
What you will study
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Practical experience
The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.
- Graduate with the applied skills, tools and techniques to work in the real world.
- Learn to work professionally as an individual or in a team.
- Choose to undertake a 12-week industry placement in your final year.
ATAR and Student Profile Information
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 96.25 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 72.67 | 78.17 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 55.85 | 63.90 |
The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2024 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 13 | 25% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 0 | 0 |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 19 | 37% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 7 | 13% |
| International Students | 11 | 21% |
| All students | 52 | 100% |
Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree
At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.
Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.
How to apply
Choose your preferred course.
Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.
Choose other courses to include in your preferences.
Visit SATAC and submit your application online.
Apply via SATAC
Flinders students can apply to transfer to this course internally. Visit: www.flinders.edu.au/internaltransfer for more information.
Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).
Find the entry path that’s right for you.
When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include is the Bachelor of Information Technology
How to apply
Select your course.
Check entry requirements.
Check your eligibility for credit.
Obtain certified documents.
Submit your application and documents.
If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.
This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.
If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.
Course enquiries
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Last Updated: 06 Aug 2024