Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Software) (Honours) - 4 years is an accredited degree that provides education in the application of computer science and engineering principles, including paradigms, standards, theoretical knowledge and practical skills, to design, develop, test, verify and implement computer-based solutions to complex and diverse problems. It offers national … For more content click the Read More button below.

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144 Units

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Honours Program36 Units

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
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English Language requirements

Aims

The course specialisation has been designed to provide graduates with: 

  • A strong foundation in both the theoretical and the practical aspects of engineering, particularly those relevant to the systematic development of large and/or complex software systems 
  • An awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of software engineering 
  • An ability to critically analyse and evaluate information and solve problems 
  • An understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and a commitment to them 
  • Well developed written and oral communication skills and the ability to work and interact professionally as an individual and as a member of multi-disciplinary teams 
  • Structured engineering work experience 
  • An understanding of the need to undertake lifelong learning and the capacity to do so
  • An ability to undertake a substantial research-oriented project
  • Preparation for future management roles as professional engineers

The course provides experience of working in a team environment in industry. It also provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study or for a career in an engineering related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable. 

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