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Bachelor of Software Engineering (560AA.6)
Please note these are the 2019 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 54.3 | On campus |
UC Canberra - Bruce Campus |
3.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)
Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Research Students
Most domestic Higher Degree by Research students are supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship and are not liable for fees up the standard course duration. Find out more about your eligibility here.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
UC Canberra - Bruce Campus |
3.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
054017M | |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Develop a career in software engineering
If software engineering is your chosen career focus, then there’s no better place to study than UC. A comprehensive course with broad coverage across the whole software engineering spectrum, you’ll explore the design and construction of software systems, across a range of different industries.
With the ability to tailor your course to your specific areas of interest, you’ll have the opportunity to complete a professional minor from across a range of areas, such as computer security, network computing, games development, digital forensics and intelligent systems. You’ll graduate from this Australian Computer Society-accredited course with the skills, knowledge and ambition required to be an exceptional software engineer, in whichever area of the industry you choose to launch your career in.
Study a Bachelor of Software Engineering at UC and you will:
- achieve comprehensive insight into engineering aspects of computer science
- study the current programming languages at an intensive level
- understand the methodology of software systems engineering using analysis and specification methods such as UML, XML, structured and soft systems methodologies
- learn to design and build systems and software using specialist engineering tools
- work within modern development environments that include Windows, Linux, mobile and cloud computing.
Work Integrated Learning
UC works hard to foster close industry connections, with the course content reviewed annually by our Course Advisory Group, made up of a panel of industry experts, and collaborations with industry partners who can provide you with work placement positions and training opportunities.
Previous students have undertaken internships with companies including Intelledox, Omni Executive, Pursuit Technology, Qirx, Fujitsu Australia, Birdsnest, Agsafe, ThoughtPatterns Consulting, ESKAPEE, HydroAlgorithmics, ALLBIDS, VerveEd.com, Emanate Technology, Xero Australia and the Australian Taxation Office.
In your final year, you’ll complete a capstone research project, producing and implementing a real-world engineering solution for a local business, government or community organisation.
Career opportunities
- ICT consultant
- Data scientist
- Database administrator
- Cyber security specialist/forensics
- System architect/technical architect
- User interface designer
- Artificial intelligence/machine learning engineer
- Web/mobile app developer
- Software engineer
- Games developer
- IT test engineer
- Robotics specialist
- System administrator
Course-specific information
This course is accredited by the professional body, the Australian Computer Society, at the Professional level.
High-achieving students may be eligible to enrol in Honours in Information Sciences, and there are clear pathways from this course to the Master of Information Sciences (Research) and other postgraduate degrees.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by the professional body, the Australian Computer Society, at the Professional level.
Normal UC admission requirements to an undergraduate course.
Assumed knowledge
ACT: Mathematical Methods. NSW: Mathematics.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Software Engineering (560AA) | 72 credit points
Note:
- For students in Bachelor of Software Engineering (560AA), this restricted choice is 7170 Software Technology 2; for students in other courses, any unit of the three listed.
- From 2019 the unit code for System Software has changed to 11489 and for Mobile Technologies to 11492.
- From 2019 the unit code for Systems Analysis & Modelling has changed 11486, for Intro to Network Engineering to 11485, for Software Systems Architecture to 11491 & for Mobile Technologies to 11492.
- From 2019 the unit code for Information Security has changed to 11487 and for Security & Support in IT to 11488.
Object Oriented Software Design (7165) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Virtual Worlds Technology (8698) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Distributed Systems Technology (7159) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- From 2019 the code for Network Architecture changed from 9428 to 11484.
Note:
- These units can be counted towards any of the themes, provided that the content covered is appropriate for that particular theme.
- 1. Some units have prerequisites. If a student is planning to study a particular unit, the student should also plan to complete the prerequisite units beforehand.
- 2. In any semester, only a selection of these units is available.
Note:- (May choose units from only one theme or from multiple themes)
- Themes: Students may wish to use their Open Electives to complete one of the themes.
- Unit Levels: In choosing electives students should note that not more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
Note:- Must pass 12 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a Minor or as individual units.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Restricted Choice Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Restricted Choice Unit
Year 1
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Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 2
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Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Restricted Choice Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
Open Elective Unit
Year 1
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Two Open Elective Units
Year 3
Semester 1
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Year 1
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Two Open Elective Units
Year 3
Semester 1
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Course duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Knowledge and skills of the cutting edge development in the information technology (IT) industry and application of the knowledge and skills to real life IT systems and their business environments, policies, and management, independently and/or work in a team. | Analysis and enquiry Working independently and with others. |
| Expertise and skills in research to test established theories against a body of knowledge in IT fields; expertise and skills in designing and testing hypothesis for problem solving and conducting research; expertise and skills in contributing new knowledge and skills to the IT fields. | Analysis and enquiry Problem solving Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change. |
| Knowledge, skills, understanding and application of the investigation, analysis, and synthesis to IT systems and their business environments, policies, and management with a high level of professional ethics, responsibilities, values and standards. | Analysis and enquiry Problem solving Professionalism and social responsibility Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change. |
| Communication skills in listening, reading, speaking, explaining, teaching, and writing from and to audiences of different backgrounds and papers of different scops and levels. | Professionalism and social responsibility Communication; Problem solving Working independently and with others. |
| Expertise and skills to critique, synthesise and apply new development, skills, knowledge, and standards in the IT fields to real world IT systems, with respect to their business environments, policies, and management. | Analysis and enquiry Problem solving Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change. |
| Solid foundation of the relevant theories and the basic principles in IT fields, including business, information systems, system analysis and modelling, system administration, security, networking, software development, and artificial intelligence etc.; from the foundation to acquire up-to-date knowledge and skills in the future. | Analysis and enquiry Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change. |
Majors
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Software Engineering | BSE |
Honours
High performing students may be eligible to enrol in the course Honours in Information Sciences.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
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