The University of Southern Queensland is a renowned institution of higher education and research located in Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia, and was established in 1967.
The University of Southern Queensland is a founding associate of the Regional Universities Network. The University of Southern Queensland has established three research institutes and seven research centers concentrating on a broad range of business, agricultural, scientific, environmental, and technological challenges.
The University of Southern Queensland offers 700 specialized professional degree programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels and research training programs. The University of Southern Queensland comprises two faculties maintaining six schools each that furnish programs in various disciplines such as business, management, education, law, arts, commerce, humanities, health and nursing, engineering, sciences, communication, and creative arts.
The University of Southern Queensland strongly focuses on research, teaching, and positive student experience, conducive to providing high-quality flexible programs and online and multimodal study options. The University of Southern Queensland collaborated with trusted national and international education partners.
The University of Southern Queensland is ranked in the leading 2% of universities worldwide and rated as a QS 5 Star university. Research at the University of Southern Queensland addresses critical global challenges to provide positive change in industries and local and global communities.
The University of Southern Queensland also works on 30 multi-disciplinary research areas with its cutting-edge facilities and personalized student support services.
Address:   USQ Toowoomba, 487-535 West St, Darling Heights QLD 4350, Australia
Phone:  +61 1800 269 500
Email:  study@usq.edu.au
Website:  https://www.usq.edu.au/
• Bachelor of Computer Science
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• Bachelor of Software Engineering
• Bachelor of Games and Entertainment Technology
• Master of Computer Science
• Master of Information Technology
• Master of Software Engineering
• Master of Games and Entertainment Technology
• Graduate Certificate of Computer Science
• Graduate Diploma of Computer Science
• Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Software Engineering)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Games and Entertainment Technology)
The University of Southern Queensland Toowoomba is conducting outstanding research in computer science exploring new technologies and applications to serve the community better.
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Architecture
• Computer Networks
• Data Management and Mining
• Software Engineering
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Algorithms and Theory
• Programming Languages
• Graphics and Visualization
• Security and Cryptography
• Embedded Systems
Artificial Intelligence:
• Natural Language Processing
• Knowledge Representation
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Robotics
Computer Architecture:
• Processor Design and Optimization
• Parallel and Distributed Computing
• Storage Systems
• Memory Management
Computer Networks:
• Network Protocols and Design
• Network Security
• Wireless Networks
• P2P Networks
Data Management and Mining:
• Database Systems
• Data Warehousing
• Data Mining
• Big Data
Software Engineering:
• Software Design and Development
• Software Testing
• Software Project Management
• Software Maintenance
• and Evolution
Human-Computer Interaction:
• User Interface Design
• Usability and Accessibility
• Multimedia Systems
• Virtual Reality
Algorithms and Theory:
• Algorithm Design and Analysis
• Computational Complexity
• Formal Methods
Programming Languages:
• Language Design and Implementation
• Compilers and Interpreters
• Programming Language Paradigms
Graphics and Visualization:
• Computer Graphics
• Visualization Techniques
• Visual Analytics
Security and Cryptography:
• Network Security
• Applied Cryptography
• Security Protocols
• System Design
Embedded Systems:
• Embedded System Design
• Real-time Operating Systems
The University of Southern Queensland Toowoomba in Australia is the hub of several computer science research labs, groups, and centers that provide a wealth of research opportunities for students and faculty.
• Centre for Intelligent Autonomous Systems
• Centre for Information and Communication Technologies
• Centre for Interdisciplinary Network Science and Applications
• Centre for Robotics and Automation
• Centre for Spatial Data and Analysis
• Centre for Digital Health
• Centre for Health Informatics
• Centre for Health and Wellbeing Technologies
• Centre for Computational Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Centre for Sensor Networks and Data Analytics
• Centre for Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
• Centre for Educational Technology and Design
• Centre for Autonomous Systems
• Centre for Applied Artificial Intelligence
• Centre for Cyber-Physical Systems
• Centre for Biomedical Informatics
• Centre for Agri-Food Robotics and Automation
• Centre for Smart Manufacturing and Robotics
• Centre for Autonomous and Connected Vehicles
• Centre for Autonomous Decision-Making and Learning
• Centre for Virtual and Augmented Reality
• Centre for Human-Centred Computing
• Centre for Advanced Simulation and Modelling
• Centre for Human-Computer Interaction
• Centre for Collaborative Intelligent Autonomous Systems
• Centre for Intelligence and Autonomous
• University of Southern Queensland International Research Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland HDR Fee Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland Graduate Research Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland First-in-Family Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland Vice-Chancellor-s Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland HDR International Fee Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland Research Training Program Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland Centenary Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland HDR International Student Fee Scholarship
• University of Southern Queensland HDR Domestic Fee Scholarship
Funded projects in computer science at the University of Southern Queensland are
• Personalized Attention for Autonomous Mobile Robots
• Cloud Computing Infrastructure for Digital Humanities Research
• Autonomous Navigation and Detection of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
• Automated Detection of Human Activity in Large-Scale Sensor Networks
• Virtual Reality for Enhancing Human-Computer Interaction
• Automated Generation of 3D Models from High-Resolution Satellite Imagery
• Advanced Network Security and Privacy for Smart Grids
• Development of an Intelligent Tutoring System for Creative Writing
• Cyber Security for Smart City Infrastructure
• Augmented Reality for Improved Human Learning and Performance
The admission process for the Ph.D. in Computer Science program at the University of Southern Queensland is as follows:
• Applicants must submit an online application by providing their contact details, educational qualifications, and a statement of purpose.
• Applicants need to provide proof of their English language proficiency.
• After submitting the online application, applicants need to submit the following supporting documents:
• Official academic transcripts
• Two academic references
• A research proposal
• A CV
• Evidence of English language proficiency
• After the successful review of the application, applicants may be invited to attend an interview with the Ph.D. in Computer Science program-s selection committee, and then, they will receive an offer.