Study the Bachelor of Engineering (Software) (Honours)

Study Software Engineering at Flinders

Combine the skill of engineering with the power of computer technology.

Widen your career opportunities with this future-oriented computer science and engineering focused course. Learn engineering principles and programming languages to build software products for robots or driverless vehicles, design apps, develop computer games, and run network control systems. This degree will provide you with a solid foundation in the technical and professional skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career in the software industry.

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Prerequisites

SACE stage two specialist mathematics or mathematical methods or equivalent.

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of SACE stage two physics or equivalent is assumed.

2023 selection rank

75.00

Guaranteed selection rank

80.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

224851 (Tonsley) 284331 (Festival Plaza)

Delivery mode

In person:

– Tonsley
– Festival Plaza*

Online: No

Duration

4 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2023: $7,193

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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*Available at Flinders' city campus at Festival Plaza from 2024.

Why study Software Engineering at Flinders

Develop technical and professional software skills
Specifically created for students looking to work as professional software engineers
Access purpose-built state-of-the-art teaching and laboratory facilities at Tonsley
Nationally recognised integrated work placement gives you practical industry experience
Prepares you to meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineer status upon graduation

Your career

This course provides you with a solid foundation in the technical and professional skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career, as well as recognising that in a fast-moving modern world you need to be professionally mobile and flexible.

Potential occupations:

Engineering software developer
Graduate Linux developer
Java developer
Platforms engineer
Graduate technical analyst.

Potential employers include:

BAE Systems Australia
Unico
CSC
Australian National Audit Office
Lockheed Martin.

Professional accreditation/recognition

Our Bachelor of Engineering (Software)(Honours) is accredited by both the Australian Computer Society and Engineers Australia at the professional level. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord while Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as both professional engineers and ICT professionals.

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What you will study

First year A typical first year may include:	core topics in software engineering such as programming, digital and analogue electronics, mathematics, professional skills, database systems, and software engineering.
Second year A typical second year may include:	core topics in computer programming, software engineering, engineering design, and engineering mathematics a choice of electronics or computer-based topics.
Third year A typical third year may include:	core topics in computer mathematics, computer programming, project management for engineering and science, software engineering, and workplace preparation a choice of either an electronics or computer-based topic a 20-week industry placement program.
Fourth year / Honours year A typical honours year may include:	a major software engineering thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research topics in software engineering, and standards, ethics and compliance a selection of electives in allied science and engineering areas.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience, helping you graduate work-ready.

You'll have the opportunity to undertake a 20-week industry placement as part of your degree. One of the longest work placements offered in Australia, it enables you to work alongside professional engineers tackling real-world problems.
Gain hands-on exposure to the cutting-edge equipment and facilities of Flinders University’s new technology precinct at Tonsley.
Undertake an integrated high-technology design consulting project, putting what you learn into practice.

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas as part of your industry placement.

ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2023. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published

ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds	ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors	Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer	99.80	99.95
Median rank to receive an offer	83.30	88.97
Lowest rank to receive an offer	60.95	70.05

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2023 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2023)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	45	25%
Vocational education and training (VET) study	<5	<5
Work and life experience	0	0
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)	80	44%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test)	10	6%
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways)	19	11%
International Students	23	13%
All students	180	100%

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree.

You can combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the Bachelor of Engineering Science.

How to apply

Select your course.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic pathway programs

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Course enquiries

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Bachelor of Engineering (Software) (Honours)

Study Software Engineering at Flinders

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