Course overview
SAE’s Associate Degree of Computer Science equips you with the in-demand skills and technical knowledge you need to succeed in the technology-based industry of your choice.
Covering the fundamentals of computer science through to more advanced strategies and techniques, you’ll build a diverse skillset in programming, networks, web development, cloud computing and AI. You’ll hone in-demand expertise in programming languages such as Python, C++, and Java, and software and tools including Git, Unity, Maya and Kubernetes.
In addition to your core units, you’ll choose from a pool of electives to develop a specialisation in one of four areas: Games Programming, Software Development, Cyber Security or Web Development.
As you develop your technical expertise and work on more dynamic projects, you’ll collaborate with fellow SAE students and apply your skills to multidisciplinary projects in VFX, Film, Games and Animation.
Course record
Career Opportunities
Graduate roles may include:
Games Programmer AI Programmer Software Engineer Systems Engineer Security Engineer Digital Forensics Investigator Cyber Threat Intelligence Assistant Junior Web Developer
Majors
Cloud Computing, Contextual Inquiry, Data Structures and Algorithms, Digital Forensics and Ethical Hacking, Front-End Web Development, Fundamentals of Computer Networks, Game AI & Simulated Behaviours, Human-Computer Interaction, ICT Hardware, IT and Cyber Security Fundamentals, Mobile Applications & Interfaces, Programming Foundations, Project Design and the Entrepreneur, Rapid Prototyping, Scripting and Automation Fundamentals, Software Algorithms and Complexity, Systems and Design Thinking.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Satisfactory completion of an Australian Year 12 or equivalent. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements and Domestic Entry Requirements . Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia with overseas qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction may also be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Satisfactory completion of an Australian Year 12 or equivalent. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements and Domestic Entry Requirements . Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia with overseas qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction may also be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements and Domestic Entry Requirements . Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia with overseas qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction may also be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements and Domestic Entry Requirements . Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia with overseas qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction may also be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements and Domestic Entry Requirements . Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia with overseas qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction may also be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency.
Student profile
No de-identified past offer cases are available for this course yet.
Campuses & intake dates
- SAE MelbourneVIC

