Southern Cross University is an Australian public institution at Lismore and is recognized as one of the Asia-Pacific-s leading 100 Universities. Southern Cross University is ranked in the leading 100 young universities in the world by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
Southern Cross University has a safe, inclusive, and friendly environment and provides a high-quality study experience. Southern Cross University has an outstanding research reputation and is ranked at world standard or higher over 24 diverse research areas of global and national significance by the Excellence in Research for Australia report.
Southern Cross University offers various academic and research programs, such as undergraduate and postgraduate programs, that are systemized into six schools, two colleges, and two research centers.
The Southern Cross University operates the School of Health and Human Sciences, School of Education, School of Arts and Social Sciences, School of Environment, Science and Engineering, School of Business and Tourism, School of Law and Justice, SCU College, Centre for Peace and Social Justice, National Marine Science Centre, and Gnibi College of Indigenous Australian Peoples.
Southern Cross University is strongly committed to research excellence, and its research activities make a real-time difference to the community. Southern Cross University is appreciated as a leader in research in the country and assists in shaping future technology.
Address:   Military Rd, East Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
Phone:  +61 1800 626 481
Email:  infomelbourne@scu.edu.au
Website:  https://www.scu.edu.au/
• Bachelor of Computer Science
• Master of Computer Science
• Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
• Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
• Ph.D. in Computer Science
• Ph.D. in Information Technology
• Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
• Master of Cyber Security
• Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security
• Bachelor of Information Technology
South Cross University Lismore-s cutting-edge computer science research is revolutionizing the way we interact with technology and some of its research themes are
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Software Engineering
• Big Data
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Computer Networks
• Operating Systems
• Computer Architecture
• Database Systems
• Computer Graphics
• Distributed Computing
• Bioinformatics
Artificial Intelligence:
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• Computer Vision
• Robotics
• Autonomous Agents
Cyber Security:
• Cryptography
• Access Control
• Data Privacy
• Network Security
Software Engineering:
• Programming Languages
• Software Design
• Software Engineering Methodologies
• Software Quality Assurance
Big Data:
• Data Analytics
• Business Intelligence
• Data Mining
• Cloud Computing
Human-Computer Interaction:
• User Interface Design
• Usability Testing
• Interaction Modelling
Computer Networks:
• Network Protocols
• Network Security
• Network Performance
Operating Systems:
• Operating System Design
• Operating System Security
• Network Operating Systems
Computer Architecture:
• Computer Architecture Design
• Computer Memory
• Computer Storage
Database Systems:
• Database Design
• Database Security
• Database Performance
Computer Graphics:
• Image and Video Processing
• Animation
• Visualization
Distributed Computing:
• Distributed Algorithms
• Parallel Computing
• Grid Computing
Bioinformatics:
• Sequence Analysis
• Systems Biology
• Genomics
South Cross University Lismore in Australia is central to numerous computer science research labs and groups at the forefront of innovation and discovery.
• Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation (IISRI)
• School of Software and Technology (SSAT)
• Centre for Cyber Security Research (CSCR)
• Centre for Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (CMALAI)
• Centre for Networked Systems and Security (CNSS)
• Centre for Innovation and Enterprise (CIE)
• Centre for Big Data Analytics (CBDA)
• Centre for Autonomous Systems (CAS)
• Centre for Data Science (CDS)
• Centre for HCI and Usability (CHCIU)
• Centre for Natural Language Processing (CNLP)
• Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR)
• Centre for Research in Human-Computer Interaction (CRHCI)
• Centre for Semantic Web Research (CSWR)
• Centre for Social Computing Research (CSCR)
• Chancellor-s International Scholarship
• Faculty of Arts, Education, and Law Graduate Research Scholarship
• Faculty of Business Graduate Research Scholarship
• Faculty of Science and Technology Graduate Research Scholarship
• Postgraduate Research Scholarship
• International Postgraduate Research Scholarship
• International Postgraduate Coursework Award
• International Research Training Program Scholarship
• Vice Chancellor-s International Scholarship
• Graduate Research Support Scheme
Funded projects in computer science at South cross University Lismore in Australia
• Exploring the Potential of Machine Learning for Automating Network Configuration
• Enhancing Software Security Through Automated Code Analysis
• Developing a Framework for Automated Diagnosis of Network Security Incidents
• Investigating the Impact of Software-Defined Networking on Network Performance
• Exploring the Application of Big Data Analytics in Healthcare
• Investigating the Effectiveness of Cloud Computing for Network Security
• Developing a Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework for Small Businesses
• Design and Development of a Secure Data Sharing Platform for Smart Cities
• Studying the Relationship Between Human and Machine Learning for Autonomous Systems
• Investigating the Use of Intelligent Agents in Autonomous Vehicles
Admission requirements for the Ph.D. program in Computer Science at Southern Cross University differ depending on the program of study and the student-s previous academic background.
Applicants must have completed a bachelor-s degree in computer science or a closely relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or above
Additionally, applicants must also submit proof of their English language proficiency with minimum English language requirements are either an IELTS score of 6.5 or above or a TOEFL score of 79 or above
Applicants are required to submit the online application with all supplement documents, such as
• Official transcripts
• A CV
• A personal statement
• Two letters of recommendation
• A research proposal
Applicants will be invited to attend an interview with a faculty member from the Department of Computer Science and pay the application fee.