Overview

Students will develop both hardware and software for electronic, computer and ICT systems. These skills are essential in rapidly growing fields like the Internet of Things, autonomous vehicles, and machine learning.

Computer Systems Engineering graduates have a unique skill set. Their skills span hardware design, software design, artificial intelligence, cyber security, communications systems and networks. Graduates will combine these skills in creative and innovative ways to solve real-world problems.

With this Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering (Honours) from University of Newcastle, you could be developing advanced computing hardware and software for diverse sectors. Computer systems engineers work with sectors that are the building blocks of modern society. Key sectors include industrial automation, smart manufacturing, intelligent transport, e-health, aviation, and civic infrastructure.

Career opportunities

Computer systems engineers work in a wide range of industries. Roles are flexible and diverse. You may prefer hands-on fieldwork or design, research and development. Or you might prefer a leadership role managing people and projects.
Engineering is the most commonly held degree of the highest performing Fortune 500 CEOs. The CEOs of companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon and Tesla Motors are all engineers.

Professional outcomes:

AI engineer

Cloud computing engineer

Computer systems engineer

Cybersecurity specialist

Electronics and embedded systems engineer

ICT solution architect

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Electrical Engineering

Digital and Computer Electronics

Procedural Programming

Advanced Physics

Data Structures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-22 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-09 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

320 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 56 other Bachelors in Electrical Engineering in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 111305D

As part of your application you will need to provide scanned coloured original or certified copies of original documents.

Examples of documents that you may need to provide are:

Academic transcript
Completion certificate
Evidence of English proficiency
Passport biometric page
For programmes requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.
Course / subject outlines if you wish to apply for credit for previous studies undertaken

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43105 AUD / year

≈ 43105 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), per 8 courses (80 units)

Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Additional Details

Living costs

Newcastle

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