BE (Hons) Software Engineering

The degree programme is oriented towards producing graduates with a "whole system" view of software engineering. Graduates gain not only sound knowledge of current techniques and technologies for developing software, but are also aware of the business contexts in which software is conceived and developed.

Critical thinking, communication with colleagues and clients, and awareness of the role the profession plays in society are strongly emphasised. Students receive significant exposure to a variety of software processes, project management techniques, quality assurance techniques and software tools.

The programme is co-taught by the Departments of Computer Science and Electrical & Computer Engineering - meaning students receive a strong engineering perspective, as well as a range of leading edge computing applications, computing technology, and computer systems skills and knowledge.

Entry is limited to those with a high-level A Bursary.

Experience with programming is not required but an advanced ability to think and communicate clearly is critical.

Students are required to gain work experience over holiday periods and there is industry participation in the engineering design courses taught as part of the curriculum. Practicing engineers provide guest talks and lecture in some courses.

Following successful completion of this degree, graduates will be able to apply for registration as an engineer after two years work experience.