Macquarie University
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Courses included
The Bachelor of Software Engineering via the Diploma of Software Engineering is a direct pathway into the second year of the Bachelor of Software Engineering.
Take the first step toward your future by undertaking the Diploma of Software Engineering. This diploma is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree and will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of computer programming, cybersecurity, database design and management, and prototyping engineering designs.
If you successfully complete the diploma, you will progress directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Software Engineering without losing any time, as you’ll receive credit for the units you complete in the diploma.
Once you enter the Bachelor of Software Engineering, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to program, test and bug-fix software. You’ll develop advanced knowledge of the concepts underlying the design, development and performance of software systems, including mathematical foundations, cybersecurity, programming languages, algorithm design, and data modelling and storage. In this degree, you’ll conduct complex software-based projects across the engineering lifecycle by applying industry-standard software development methodologies, practices and tools.
Computing; software engineering.
Refer to 300586 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software Engineering, 300540 Bachelor of Information Technology.
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Assumed Knowledge: Mathematics Advanced (Band 3). If you only have Mathematics Standard 2, you may need to consider bridging studies.
Guaranteed selection rank: 60.00
Alternatively, you must achieve a minimum overall average mark of 60 in the HSC exams or interstate equivalent. Other factors, including your ATAR and other attempted studies, are taken into consideration with your average mark. Achieving the average mark does not guarantee you an offer. Only relevant state Board-approved academic subjects are included when reviewing your average.
If you're a non-school applicant without adequate formal education, but you have informal learning or relevant work experience, you can submit a portfolio and additional information by the relevant application closing date for alternative entry pathway consideration. Portfolio entry application.
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Naming of awards
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