Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
University of South Australia - Mawson Lakes Campus
Australia,South Australia
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48 Months
Duration
CAD 39,400/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Jul 2025
Apply Date
Australia, South Australia
Type: University
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1991
Total Students: 37,000 +
Int. Students: 5,500 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Mawson Lakes Blvd, Mawson Lakes SA 5095, Australia
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
Program Overview
Software engineers are engaged in the full life cycle of software development, from the initial planning stage, through to costing, designing, developing, testing and maintaining large and complex systems. They understand how software systems are designed and built, and require effective communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, as well as advanced technical knowledge.
Professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society, the Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) offers a highly supportive learning environment, recognising the importance of developing the full range of skills to ensure you graduate with the knowledge and experience sought after by industry.
You will enjoy a modern, practical approach to your IT education, with significant opportunities to apply the skills learned in the classroom in real-world settings, including through a year-long project where you will develop a solution to an IT challenge faced by industry.
You will graduate highly skilled in programming, with employment opportunities available in defence primes, and IT companies and organisations that build large, complex software systems and solutions.
What you'll learn
During your first year of study you will gain a solid foundation in networking, database development, programming fundamentals and systems requirements and design, before focusing on your software engineering specialty that will you see you studying:
- Operating Systems and Tool Chains
- Design Patterns with C++
- Agile Development and Governance
- Cloud and Concurrent Programming
- Secure Software Development
- Advanced Data Structures
- Systems Architecture
You will build expertise in Python, Java, C++, ASP.Net and Agile methodologies – highly sought-after skills in the Australian job market¹.
As part of your honours year, you will put your skills into practice with a year-long IT project. You may have the opportunity to work directly with an industry client, drawing on the technical expertise gained throughout your studies and applying professional skills in a real-world setting to produce and deliver a quality software artefact for your client.
You will enjoy access to dedicated learning hubs where you can connect and collaborate, giving you the full workplace and project experience.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 39,400 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of South Australia - Mawson Lakes Campus
CAD 29,710 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
