Computer Science

Organisations in every industry rely on computers. As a computer scientist, it will be up to you to help develop effective solutions, positively benefiting the world around us.

In this degree, you’ll learn how to think critically and problem solve, while exploring the theory, methods and systems used by the computing industry. By developing the skills and knowledge you need to design and develop revolutionary ideas, you’ll create concepts and technologies that can change the world. 

You'll learn about algorithms, software design and implementation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and computer systems and development, and will develop the unique ability to create and apply computer and software systems to solve real-world problems. Hear how Computer Science student Niamh is using these skills to pursue a career as a full-time programmer. 

In the final year of your degree, you’ll take part in a professional practice project unit. This will include working in a team with other students and consulting with real clients to recommend, develop and implement new technologies to solve business problems.

To broaden your skills and career opportunities, you could study this major alongside another Bachelor of Information Technology major. You could also enhance your future prospects with great scholarships like the $15,000 Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program. This scholarship can lead to networking opportunities with industry professionals and career opportunities before you graduate.

3 reasons to study Computer Science at Murdoch

1. Study at a five-star rated university for student support at both undergraduate and postgraduate level (the Good Universities Guide 2026).*
2. Get industry ready in our IT Innovation Hub, which is fitted out with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high performance computing capabilities.
3. Take on real clients with our project-based units, allowing you to get a taste for your future career by completing an internship or work placement.

What you’ll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• Systems analysis, design and development
• Programming
• Data structures and abstractions
• Software architectures
• Intelligent systems and artificial intelligence

Your future career

Graduating with a major in Computer Science, you’ll possess the required skills for a diverse range of career opportunities across technology and business sectors. Careers could include:

• Programmer/Software Developer
• Systems Analyst
• Software Architect
• Computer Systems and Network Manager
• Data Scientist

For further admission information about this course, please view our Admission Information: Murdoch Admission Information - Science

Professional accreditation

This major is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) when completed as part of the Bachelor of Information Technology (B1390) or Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Information Technology (B1398).

Professional recognition

Graduates who complete this major as part of the Bachelor of Information Technology (B1390) or the Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Information Technology (B1398) are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the Professional level.