Computer, Data and
Mathematical Sciences
Degrees

Technology, data and mathematical thinking touch almost every part of our lives. The skills you build at Western could take you into industries such as health, finance, government, education, entertainment and technology. Depending on your degree and interests, you could explore careers such as: 

• Software developer, application developer, software engineer 
• Data analyst, data scientist, data engineer 
• Cyber security analyst, security specialist 
• Mathematical modeller, statistician, quantitative analyst 
• Business analyst, systems analyst, ICT consultant 

Computer science, ICT, data science and mathematics all involve solving problems, but each has a different focus.

• Computer science explores how software and computing systems are designed and developed.
• Information and communications technology (ICT) focuses on applying and managing technology and digital systems.
• Data science combines skills in computing, mathematics and statistics to find insights in data.
• Mathematics uses analytical thinking to understand patterns, model problems and develop solutions.

There’s overlap between these areas, so think about the challenges you enjoy and the kind of work you can see yourself doing.

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A computer science degree can help you build the skills to design and develop software, applications and other technology solutions. Depending on your studies and experience, you could explore careers in software development, artificial intelligence, cyber security or data. 

At Western Sydney University, the Bachelor of Computer Science combines technical foundations with practical projects and industry-connected learning. 

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A data science degree can prepare you to work with data to uncover insights and help solve problems. You could explore roles such as data analyst, data scientist or data engineer. 

These skills can be applied across a range of industries, including health, finance, technology and government. 

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A mathematics degree can help you develop analytical, modelling and problem-solving skills that are useful across a range of industries. Depending on your studies and experience, you could explore careers involving data analysis, statistics or finance. 

Western’s Bachelor of Mathematics also offers majors in areas including financial mathematics, data science and computational mathematics. It can also be a pathway towards secondary teaching, with further study.

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Information and Communications Technology (ICT) focuses on technology and digital systems; information systems explores how technology can support the needs of organisations and the people who use it. 

Both areas involve working with technology, and there can be overlap between them. Your choice may come down to whether you’re more interested in the technology itself or how it can help an organisation solve problems and achieve its goals. 

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Yes. At Western Sydney University, the Bachelor of Computer Science offers majors in areas including artificial intelligence and cyber security. You can explore the foundations of computing while developing knowledge in an area that interests you. 

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You can also analyse the technical and human sides of cyber threats with our Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour offered by our School of Social Sciences. 

Mathematics can be an important part of studying computer science and data science, but the assumed knowledge and entry requirements depend on the degree you choose. 

Western also offers mathematics and statistics support through its Mathematics Education Support Hub, known as MESH. 

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Yes. Western’s Bachelor of Computer Science includes opportunities to apply your knowledge through practical projects and work on industry challenges.