Bachelor of Software Engineering

4 years full-time

Learning and teaching

RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, seminars, studios, workshops, presentations, group discussions and syndicate work. These are primarily in English.

You will have access to the Learning Hub and other online and digital resources through the myRMIT student portal.

Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes examinations, essays, reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects and practical assignments.

Program structure

You'll learn to develop and manage large, quality-measured software systems, studying analysis and design, coding, testing, deployment, project management and other critical areas.

You'll develop an understanding of software quality and reliability through modern methodology.

The industry placement in the third year provides valuable practical experience in a work setting. This industry experience is then integrated within your studies when you return for your fourth and final year.

Year 1 and most of Year 2 are common to the computer science program.

Honours

You can apply to do Honours in Computer Science after graduating from the Bachelor program.

It's a 1-year full-time program, consisting of a major research project plus core and elective lecture courses.

The following program structure(s) is an example of what students are currently studying in this program.

In Year 3, you'll do an internship in a professional environment. You'll get to apply and build on your learning prior to completing your final year of the program.

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.

As everyday life becomes more dependent on computers and computer systems, the need for highly skilled software engineers grows. There are almost limitless opportunities for qualified graduates.

You could gain employment as a software developer, tester, architect or designer. There are also team leader, project manager and executive-level positions in software development projects.

CNN/Money Magazine rated software engineering as the number 1, best job for salary and opportunities.

Professional recognition and accreditation

The Bachelor of Computer Science is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS), which has reciprocal membership agreements worldwide.

Graduates can apply for ACS Certified Professional status for global recognition.

You can do 1 or more semesters at an overseas institution through Education Abroad at more than 120 partner universities.

You must meet the University entry requirements for this type of program.

Program entry requirements

Prerequisites

Current Year 12 prerequisite units 3 and 4—a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or a study score of at least 25 in any other English and a study score of at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics.

Selection tasks

Form: Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online.

1. Check program entry requirements and confirm you're eligible.

2. Check and complete the selection tasks (if applicable) by the relevant closing date - these tasks are listed in the program entry requirements.

3. Check the table below for how to apply.

4. Apply using the appropriate method by the closing date.

Application method

Equity access

If circumstances have interrupted or disadvantaged your access to education, RMIT offers equity access schemes that allow selection officers to give applicants extra consideration, which may improve your prospects of studying at RMIT.

Tuition fees vary according to program and are adjusted annually.

In a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) your tuition fee is shared between you and the Commonwealth Government - if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Fee assistance

As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:

• pay all or part of your student contribution up front and receive a 10% discount, or
• defer your tuition fees through the HECS-HELP loan scheme.

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.

Other fees

You're not required to have private access to a PC, but you will find it extremely useful.

You're expected to purchase textbooks as prescribed. In many classes comprehensive printed notes are issued at a price to cover printing costs.

In addition to tuition fees you will also pay the Student services and amenities fee (SSAF). You may be able to defer the fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme.

There may be other additional expenses and administrative fees associated with your studies.

Learn more about pathways or if you are eligible for credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.

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