Students who have qualified for a degree in a computing area may apply to enter the Bachelor of Computer Science and Technology (Honours) year. Regarding the two streams, computer science honours provides specialist training for postgraduate research in computer science, and for IT research and development in industry or business. Information systems honours provides graduates with the analytical and consulting skills for solving problems (or performing research) in a variety of areas in the IT sector. Both consist of advanced coursework related to the research interests of members of the school and a year-long project conducted under the supervision of an academic staff member. As a specialist degree, the aim of honours is not to cover the full breadth of IT, but rather to introduce students to the cutting edge in selected areas of research and practice. It provides an opportunity to become actively involved in the research carried out by members of the school. Graduates take skills with them into the workplace, which give them a competitive edge. Consequently, University of Sydney graduates are much in demand within the industry.

Students who have completed and attained the level of credit average in a pass degree in computing area, may apply for entry to the BCST Honours program.