Bachelor of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Big Data)
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Programme Overview
Academic Level
Bachelor's Degree, single major
Awarded by
University of Wollongong
Programme type
Full-time & Part-time, (Full-time, 3 years | Part-time, 3 years)
Campus location
SIM Campus
Application Dates
Apr 2026 Intake: 10 Nov 2025 to 19 Jan 2026
Estimated Fees
(incl. GST)*
S$23,397.50 to S$40,809.60
* Exclude application fee, preparatory or bridging course fee, and other fees. Refer to the Fees & Financial Aid section for details.
Bachelor of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Big Data), University of Wollongong
Programme Overview
Academic Level
Bachelor's Degree, single major
Awarded by
University of Wollongong
Programme type
Full-time & Part-time, (Full-time, 3 years | Part-time, 3 years)
Campus location
SIM Campus
Application Dates
Apr 2026 Intake: 10 Nov 2025 to 19 Jan 2026
Estimated Fees
(incl. GST)*
S$23,397.50 to S$40,809.60
* Exclude application fee, preparatory or bridging course fee, and other fees. Refer to the Fees & Financial Aid section for details.
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Intake Dates
Apr 2026 Intake (Full-time & Part-time)
PROGRAMME DURATION
Apr 2026 to Mar 2029
(Standard Entry, 3 years)
APPLICATION PERIOD
10 Nov 2025 to 19 Jan 2026
The completion date may vary depending on the exemptions granted (if any).
July 2026 Intake (Full-time & Part-time)
PROGRAMME DURATION
Jul 2026 to Jun 2029
(Standard Entry, 3 years)
APPLICATION PERIOD
2 Feb to 13 April 2026
The completion date may vary depending on the exemptions granted (if any).
Maximum 3 times the duration for completion under a standard full-time load, subject to meeting ongoing course progression rules.
There will not be any refund should the student fail to complete the programme within the maximum allowed period.
Students who exceed their candidature period will not be allowed to remain in the programme, unless an extension to the candidature period is approved by the University.
Curriculum
Structure
- This programme is taught in Singapore by local academics and/or practitioners as well as UOW academics.
- The course is intensive and demanding but rewarding and achievable.
- Classes include face-to-face lectures, tutorials and lab sessions.
- Classes delivered by UOW academics are conducted in an intensive mode – a continuous block of seven days for each module.
- Students typically study two modules per term. Each year comprises of 4 terms.
- Minimum class size to commence: 24 students
- In the event that the minimum number is not met, the intake may not commence. The student shall be informed within one month before programme commencement.
Full-time Programme:
- Average teacher-student ratio 1:50
- Classes are typically in 3-hour blocks: 8:30 – 11:30am, 12noon – 3pm, or 3:30 – 6:30pm on weekdays and may be held on Saturday mornings and/or afternoons (subject to timetable).
Part-time Programme:
- Average teacher-student ratio 1:26
- Classes are typically in 3-hour blocks: 7 – 10pm on weekdays and may be held on Saturday mornings and/or afternoons (subject to timetable).
Assessment & Attendance
- Students are normally assessed by continuous assessment in the following form:
- Assignments
- Class tests
- Laboratory exercises
- Practical laboratory tests
- Presentations
- Projects
- Tutorial exercises
- Some assignments and presentations will be group-based. Assessment may have minimum achievement requirement necessary to pass the module.
- Most modules have a final examination at the end of term.
- Students are to pass all modules within the current year of study before proceeding to the next year of study.
- For modules with pre-requisites, students may be required to meet the pre-requisites before undertaking the modules.
Full-time Programme:
- Attendance requirement
- Local students: 80%
- International students: 90%
Part-time Programme:
- Attendance requirement: 80%
Requirements to Graduate
Students who successfully complete all academic requirements of the programme will be awarded the Bachelor of Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Big Data) by the University of Wollongong, Australia.
A degree conferral ceremony will be held in Singapore.
Modules
To be awarded the Bachelor of Computer Science (Big Data), student must complete, or be exempted from completing (depending on their advanced standing status), a total of 23 modules comprising of core modules, elective modules and one final year project.
- Networks and Communications
- Human Computer Interaction
- Fundamental Programming with Python
- Computing and Cyber Security Fundamentals
- System Analysis
- Data Management & Security
- Object Oriented Design & Programming
- Introduction to Web Technology
- IT Project Management
- Mathematics for Computing
- Algorithms & Data Structures
- Advanced Programming
- Database Systems
- Software Development Methodologies*
- Big Data Mining Techniques and Implementation*
- Big Data Management*
- Foundations of Artificial Intelligence*
- Modern Artificial Intelligence*
- Project
* Modules are taught by UOW Academics, supported by local tutors.
- Strategic eBusiness Solutions
- Frontend Web Programming
- Principles of eBusiness
- Knowledge & Information Engineering
- Introduction to Management
- Accounting Principles
- Professional Communication: Concepts and Practices
- Marketing Principles
- Accounting in Organisations
- Managing Human Resources
- Organisational Behaviour
- Organisational Analysis
- Management of Change
- Statistics for Business
- Economic Essentials for Business
- Industry and Trade in Asia
- Mobile Application Development
- Mobile Multimedia
- Cybersecurity*
- Ethical Hacking*
- Systems Administration*
- Web Server Programming*
- Interactive Computer Graphics*
- Game Engine Essentials*
- 3D Modelling and Animation*
- Management Information Systems*
- Business Process Management*
- Cryptography and Secure Applications*
- Network Security*
- System Security*
- Distributed Systems and Cloud Computing*
- Web Security*
- Virtual and Augmented Reality*
- Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity*
View list of modules and descriptions (PDF 455 KB)
View detailed programme structure (PDF 522 KB)
The modules are subject to changes by the university and subject to availability. Not all modules will be offered every term.
Admission Criteria
Accepted Entry Qualifications
The following qualifications are accepted:
- 3 GCE ‘A’ level / 3 H2 passes plus 1 H1 pass with a minimum aggregate of 9 points where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (for H1 apply half the value)*
- Diploma: 3-year diploma from local polytechnic or its equivalent.
Applicants may be admitted to different credit exemptions based on their academic results.
- Exemptions are normally granted automatically to students with relevant background.
- Block exemptions may be granted to students with relevant diplomas from the local polytechnics and universities.
- All modules previously studied will be evaluated and compared with the requirements of the student’s programme of study and a block exemption granted where appropriate.
- To obtain maximum credit exemption, applicants must have GPA of 2.0 or more (out of 4.0). Applicants with GPA below 2.0 will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
View credit exemption table (JPG 34 KB)
* Minimum Aggregate scores in the qualifications mentioned are required for entry and will be assessed by UOW.
Equivalent International Qualifications
View information on international qualifications (PDF 574 KB)
English Language Requirements
Applicants with international qualification must meet the University’s English requirement:
- IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0; or
- TOEFL (iBT) overall score of 70 with a minimum score of 18 in Reading & Writing and 17 in Speaking & Listening; or
- Pearson (PTE) Academic overall score of 54 with minimum score of 54 in Reading & Writing and 47 in Speaking & Listening or equivalent.
Note: IELTS Indicator, TOEFL (iBT) at home test and Pearson (PTE) Academic Online not accepted.
Fees & Financial Aid
First term fees payable upon acceptance of offer. Subsequent term fees payable before commencement of the term.
Programme Fees
All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.
Fees quoted are valid for the intake for the current application. Fees exclude textbooks and repeat fees of failed module. Not all modules will be offered in every term.
International students:
- Modules delivered by local academics: S$1,394.33 per module
- Modules delivered by UOW academics: S$2,312.54 per module
- Final Year Project (FYP): S$4,625.09 per module
Singaporeans & PRs:
- Modules delivered by local academics: S$1,224.29 per module
- Modules delivered by UOW academics: S$2,312.54 per module
- Final Year Project (FYP): S$4,625.09 per module
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Credits Exemption |
Estimated Fees |
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No credit exemption |
For 23 modules, payable over 12 terms S$40,809.60 For Singaporeans & PRs: S$38,088.96 |
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0.5 Year credit exemption |
For 19 modules, payable over 10 terms S$35,232.29 For Singaporeans & PRs: S$33,191.81 |
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1 Year credit exemption |
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1.5 Year credit exemption |
For 11 modules, payable over 6 terms S$24,077.66 For Singaporeans & PRs: S$23,397.50 |
Mandatory Fees
All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.
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Student Development Fee Payment applicable to all students embarking on a full-time Diploma or Undergraduate programme at SIM. This fee goes towards activities that will help in students’ personal growth and equip them with functional skills that enhance their employability. Payable with the programme fees’ first instalment. |
S$621.30 |
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International Student Induction Fee Payable by new full-time international students. This fee covers pre-arrival and arrival support, including activities to enhance the international student learning experience. As applicable, payable with the programme fees’ first instalment. |
S$436.00 |
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Application Fee Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed. |
Local applicants: S$109 International applicants: S$545 (not inclusive of Student’s Pass application) |
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