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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Software)

UNSW

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About

Become an expert in the processes, methods and tools for the design and development of high-quality, reliable software systems, from code-writing to delivery. This degree involves the application of software specification, design, implementation, testing and more, including workshops for team-based projects that will give you hands-on experience.

Double degrees: Software Engineering can be combined with 425560 Bachelor of Fine Arts, 425850 Bachelor of Arts, 425850 Bachelor of Science, 425900 Commerce, 426000 Bachelor of Laws, 429330 Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Hons), 429350 Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons), 425950 Master of Biomedical Engineering.

ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Early Conditional Offer Scheme with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.

Areas of study

Software development, software engineering, software process, system design.

Career opportunities

Big data, logistics, security, defence, telecommunications, education, health, banking and finance.

Professional recognition

Students can apply for membership of the relevant professional engineering or science institutions within Australia and affiliated overseas bodies, including Engineers Australia and the Australian Computer Society. International recognition offers graduates the opportunity to travel and work overseas.

Industrial experience: Students complete at least 60 working days of approved industrial experience as part of all accredited Engineering programs.

Honours

Honours Class 1 or 2 will be awarded on the basis of superior performance throughout the course.

Women in Engineering program: The Women in Engineering community at UNSW is a valuable support network that will help empower you to grow personally and professionally. With bespoke mentoring and development opportunities and our program of industry events, we aim to ensure you emerge from UNSW as a highly employable and qualified professional. Find out more about the Women in Engineering program.

The ChallENG Program: Take part in interactive learning through the ChallENG program. The ChallENG program connects students, academics and companies to exciting, real-world projects and learning-based initiatives. The program will prepare you for your future career by helping develop technical and design skills and expanding your professional expertise.

Humanitarian Engineering: Use your studies to make a difference to disadvantaged individuals and communities by engineering solutions that improve lives and livelihoods. Take part in a Humanitarian Engineering project or include it into your studies as an elective or Minor.

Fees and charges

Refer to UNSW current fee information.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1.

Bridging courses: Visit the UNSW website for information on UNSW Bridging Courses chemistry, mathematics and physics.

Portfolio Entry: Early Conditional Offer Scheme: This degree is eligible for the Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme. You can submit a portfolio to demonstrate your passion for your chosen degree and receive an early conditional offer with an adjusted ATAR entry requirement. Students are required to submit a video and personal statement conveying their motivation and passion towards studying Engineering, Computer Science or Food Science. Find out more about Portfolio Entry.

Other applicants

Refer to UNSW general admission criteria.

Student profile

Visit the UNSW website.

Further information

View all details of this course on the UNSW website.

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ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

  1. This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
  2. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
  3. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.

Abbreviations

– = data is not available.
<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria

Student profile

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.

Double degree options
Double degree options are available in a number of UNSW courses.

Honours at UNSW
Studying honours offers a chance to develop your research and professional skills guided by staff who are passionate about research and the development of new researchers. Honours is an integral component of many UNSW courses or may be offered as an additional year of study to meritorious students.

Engineering
UNSW Engineering is the destination of choice for a quality engineering degree. Set yourself apart by studying at Australia’s top engineering faculty. Find your passion by choosing from the largest range of Engineering disciplines in the country, including both traditional and emerging areas like Quantum and Renewable Energy Engineering. Our internationally transferable degrees offer a countless range of dynamic career pathways.

Graduate as a well-rounded engineer through participation in our extensive student opportunities. Take part in real-world, project-based learning initiatives with academics and industry partners through the ChallENG program. Bring all your ideas to life in our makerspaces which are practical, hands-on facilities and house everything you need. Work Integrated Learning is a core part of our degrees, and most Engineering students will take part in 60 days of industrial training, allowing you to graduate with on-the-job experience.

We are focused on making the world a better place by providing disadvantaged individuals and communities with engineering solutions that improve lives and livelihoods. You can take part in Humanitarian Engineering projects through ChallENG or include it in your studies as an elective or Minor. We are also committed to diversity, The Women in Engineering community at UNSW is a valuable support network that will help empower you to grow personally and professionally, through our bespoke mentoring, development opportunities and program of industry events.