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Master of Software Engineering
M.SoftEng
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 2 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Masters by Coursework |
The Master of Software Engineering degree aims to provide graduates with the knowledge, tools, and methods for defining software requirements, and performing software design, software construction, software testing, and software maintenance tasks. Graduates of the program are well placed to secure rewarding technical careers within the software engineering industry. Graduates may also proceed to a PhD program.
Students without a practical knowledge of JAVA programming and a basic knowledge of computer organisation will be required to undertake a bridging course.
Students may convert to a Master of Software Engineering from a Master of Computing Innovation after completing the equivalent of a major in computer science. Students may also convert to a Master of Software Engineering from a Master of Computer Science program. Students may convert from the Master of Software Engineering to a Master of Computer Science or a Master of Computing and Innovation program.
Students seeking to convert between degrees are required to seek program advice from the Faculty Office. All students must consult the Faculty Office early in the year in which they plan to study to check whether particular courses or projects will be available.
This 48-unit program is designed for graduates with a strong background in computer science, including courses such as Software Engineering and Project, and Operating Systems. It includes a year long project and graduate courses in computer science, providing in-depth technical information to its graduates.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| SATAC Code | 3CM099 |
| Annual tuition fees
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Australian Full-fee place: $16,500
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| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $26,250 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $26,250 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
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Total units required for this program - 48 units |
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Year 1 |
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Semester 1
Semester 2
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| Year 2 |
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Semester 1
Semester 2
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| Electives |
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Elective choices must comply with the following rules:
Select 18 units from the following: Level III Electives
Masters Level Electives |
The availability of all courses is conditional on the availability of staff and facilities and sufficient enrolments. |
Advanced technical careers in the information technology industry including the financial, business, scientific, entertainment, networking and defence sectors. Students with good results, interested in pursuing further research through a PhD are required to speak to the Masters Coordinator for advise on project choice.
Internet Consultant, Internet - Web Programmer, IT Manager, Software Engineer, Computer Programmer, Systems Engineer
• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.
• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.
• An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.
• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.
• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.
• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.
• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.
• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.
The Master of Software Engineering is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). It is designed to provide a professional qualification in computing and information technology. It also provides the necessary academic requirements for membership of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and the American-based Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).
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Last updated: Friday, 30 Oct 2009
