Key information
Start dates
March
July
*Years 1 undertaken at the City Campus, years 2, 3 and 4 undertaken at Tonsley.
Every industry needs software.
From fintech to health, defence to space, software engineers are in demand across almost every sector. Australia’s growing digital economy offers strong job prospects for graduates with technical skill and creativity. You’ll be studying towards an amazing career, like one of these:
Software engineer
Build the tech behind everything. From backend systems and mobile apps to cloud services and automation tools, software engineers make it all work.
You’ll design and build scalable, reliable systems across industries—from MedTech and agriculture to AI and gaming.
DevOps engineer
Keep software moving at speed. Help teams build, test and release code quickly and reliably using automated pipelines and cloud tools.
DevOps engineers work behind the scenes to ensure systems scale and software keeps evolving.
Sources: Seek Australia, 2025
Embedded systems developer
Write software for hardware-based products like medical devices, robotics and smart appliances. This role blends coding with electronics—great for students who enjoy systems thinking and real-world impact.
Systems architect
Design the big picture—how software components interact, scale and evolve. Ideal for students who are strong problem solvers and like planning and structure.
Cybersecurity engineer
Design secure systems that protect data and prevent cyberattacks. You might work on defence networks, payment platforms or cloud infrastructure. Perfect for students who love puzzles and responsibility.
Data engineer
Build the pipelines that collect, store and move data across systems. Data engineers are key in sectors like health, logistics, finance and government.
With further postgraduate study and work experience, careers could include:
- Software Architect
- Senior Software Engineer
- Engineering Manager
- AI/Machine Learning Specialist
- Cyber Security Lead
- Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Data Science Lead
- IT Project Director
- Solutions Architect
- Research and Development Manager
We've built this degree in consultation with industry to ensure you learn the skills that are in demand by employers.
This hands-on degree teaches you to create robust, reliable and scalable software systems—from mobile apps and cloud infrastructure to embedded devices and intelligent automation. You’ll gain skills in coding, software architecture, testing, teamwork and innovation.
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
This course is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineering status.
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
Software engineering is the discipline of designing, building and maintaining large, reliable, scalable software systems—everything from apps and websites to AI and embedded systems.
No! You’ll learn everything from the ground up, starting in first year with core programming topics.
Computer science focuses more on theory and algorithms. Software engineering focuses on applying those principles to design real, working systems at scale.
Almost all of them—tech, banking, defence, MedTech, transport, government, energy, space, startups… software is everywhere.
Yes. You’ll have opportunities to focus your projects or electives on areas like embedded systems, AI, secure systems or web technologies.
Yes! In your final year, you’ll complete an industry placement (practicum), as well as a major honours project.
Absolutely. Many graduates launch or join startups using the skills they develop here—especially in areas like SaaS, mobile apps and automation.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
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, 2024. 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 | 99.40 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 73.35 | 77.78 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 65.50 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 46 | 34% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | <5 | <5% |
| Work and life experience | 11 | 8% |
| 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) | 37 | 28% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | 2% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 13% |
| International Students | 18 | 13% |
| All students | 134 | 100% |
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