- Program summary
- Program overview
- Career opportunities
- Special features
- Advanced standing, recognition of prior learning, credit and articulation
- Program structure
- Program requirements and notes
- Enquiries
- Recommended enrolment patterns
Program summary
QTAC code: 012201
OP/Rank for 2009 entry: OP-18/ Rank-64
Award abbreviation: BSoftEng
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Fee type 2009: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
Prerequisite: Year 12 Maths C
Recommended prior study: English
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
CRICOS code: 058897G
Program overview
The Bachelor of Software Engineering prepares you to join the growing software development industry. You will learn how to build systems in multiple languages, and will explore the entire software development process, from initial planning and design through to final implementation.
The program structure is similar to the Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology, but offers more emphasis on topics related to programming, and less general business content.
Courses in the program focus on the architectural design of new systems, as well as techniques for integrating legacy technologies into new software. Specialised software design and creation tools are introduced, allowing you to develop systems more efficiently and to work within a wider range of development environments.
The program expands beyond core development to topics such as operating systems, networks, databases and telecommunications, which are crucial to the construction of many modern n-tier systems. You will also study in a range of areas that are relevant to the work of senior software engineers, such as project management and underlying theories.
Industry studies courses form part of the software engineering major, and can include structured internships with ICT companies or courses from other education providers, as approved by USC.
Advanced elective courses can be chosen from any faculty, and may include a four-course minor. Classes are small with practical, hands-on learning.
Career opportunities
Areas of employment include:
- analyst programming
- computer programming
- games programming
- network engineering
- software engineering
- systems analysis
- systems architecture/integration
Special features
- large range of the latest ICT courses
- internships provide structured industry experience with well-known companies
- program content ensures graduates meet the demands of a competitive industry
Program structure
Core courses
Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Introductory courses
6 required courses:
BUS102 Economics for Business
BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour
BUS108 Introduction to Information and Communication Technology
MTH202 Calculus and Algebra
MTH212 Discrete Mathematics
SCI202 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics
Software engineering major courses
12 required courses:
ICT210 ICT Analysis and Project Management
ICT211 Database Design
ICT220 Telecommunications and Networks
ICT221 Software Development 1
ICT310 Object-oriented Analysis and Design
ICT311 Software Development 2
ICT320 Database Programming
ICT321 Architecture and Systems Integration
ICT341 Industry Studies 1 * #
ICT342 Industry Studies 2 * #
ICT343 Industry Studies 3 * #
ICT344 Industry Studies 4 * #
Industry Studies options - domestic students *
Industry Studies courses will be in the area of software engineering, and must be approved by the industry studies coordinator. It is recommended that students discuss their options with the industry studies coordinator to assist in choosing industry studies courses, a minor or electives which best match the student's career aspirations.
Industry Studies options - international students #
International students may only select from 1 of the following Industry Studies options:
Geographical Information Systems:
ENS253 An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems
ENS254 Satellite Image Analysis and Surveying
ENS353 Applied Spatial Analysis and Geoprocessing
ENS381 Environmental Modelling
Graphic Design:
DES211 Graphic Design A *
DES212 Graphic Design B *
DES213 Graphic Design C *
DES214 Graphic Design D *
* Subject to final approval.
Elective courses
Select 4 advanced courses, which may comprise a 4-course minor. All electives may be chosen from the faculties of Business, Arts and Social Sciences, or Science, Health and Education.
Course substitution: the GO (Global Opportunities) Program
As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the GO Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
Program requirements and notes
- Entrants must be able to meet the Maths prerequisites for entry to advanced statistics and maths courses in Year 1 of the Bachelor of Software Engineering. This is necessary so that they will be able to cope with the advanced simulation and mathematical modelling courses required for the industry studies component of the degree.
- You must complete a minimum of 24 courses including core courses, in the Bachelor of Software Engineering.
- Refer to the Academic Rules.
- Refer to explanation of terms.
- Refer to recommended enrolment patterns.
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including, for example, essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests, and examinations.
- International students need to refer to the English language requirements.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students.
How to apply
Apply for an undergraduate program.
Enquiries
Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Email: businessfaculty@usc.edu.au