Computer Systems Engineering (Honours) / Mathematics

About the course

This combined degree pairs computer systems engineering with advanced mathematics to build strong foundations in hardware, software and analytical problem solving. You’ll study areas such as embedded systems, IoT, communication networks, cyber security and electronics alongside calculus, modelling, statistics and mathematical analysis. Graduates develop the technical and quantitative skills needed to design and optimise complex electronic and ICT systems at Bachelor (Honours) level.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply engineering and mathematical expertise to develop and optimise advanced computing hardware, software and networked systems across many sectors. Career paths may include computer systems engineer, systems engineer, network engineer, solutions architect, ICT technologist, IT manager, or data mining analyst/statistician roles. Opportunities span communications, finance, energy, and medical or health research in a combined Bachelor (Honours) engineering and mathematics qualification.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as biomedical engineer, environmental engineer, network engineer, petroleum engineer, productions engineer, project engineer, and etc. in companies including ExxonMobil, General Motors, Volkswagen Group, Samsung Electronics, General Electric, and etc.

Living Costs in Newcastle**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353

Average Salary**

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