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University of Canberra

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Bachelor of Software Engineering/Bachelor of Business Informatics

  • Bachelor

Design intelligent business systems from the ground up

Explore the design and construction of software systems alongside the latest business information systems when you choose...

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb, May, Jul

About this course

Design intelligent business systems from the ground up

Explore the design and construction of software systems alongside the latest business information systems when you choose UC's Bachelor of Software Engineering/Bachelor of Business Informatics double degree.

You'll get to pursue your interests while completing an industry-accredited qualification. Recognised by the Australian Computer Society, this cutting-edge course offers the ability to choose subjects from a range of specialty areas, such as computer security, network computing, games development, cloud computing, digital skills, data science and intelligence systems.

Helping you to become an exceptional software engineer will be work placement opportunities with UC's industry partners, and the final year research project that will see you produce and implement a real-world engineering solution for a real business.

Study a Bachelor of Software Engineering/Bachelor of Business Informatics at UC and you will:
  • understand the methodology of software systems engineering using analysis and specification methods such as UML, XML, structured and soft systems methodologies
  • learn to design and build systems and software using specialist engineering tools
  • work within modern development environments that include Windows, Linux, mobile and cloud computing
  • gain knowledge in business processes and associated work practices, requirements and information needs
  • acquire theoretical knowledge to reflect critically on professional practice in the areas of business analysis, change management and implementation, project management and business strategy, and the planning of information systems
  • analyse and evaluate complex problems in a range of different information systems situations
  • acquire a range of software engineering and business informatics research frameworks and skills.
Career opportunities
  • ICT consultant
  • data scientist
  • cyber security specialist/forensics
  • system architect/technical architect
  • user interface designer
  • artificial intelligence/machine learning engineer
  • web/mobile app developer
  • software engineer
  • games developer
  • IT test engineer
  • robotics specialist
  • business analyst
  • web developer
  • IT systems test engineer
  • information systems manager
  • IT auditor
  • project manager
Professional accreditation

This course is accredited with the Australian Computer Society at the professional level.

Entry requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Assumed knowledge

Basic knowledge and skills in ICT (Information and Communication Technology); Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Periods course is open for new admissions
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Domestic International
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 05 February 2024
2024 Bruce, Canberra Winter Term 27 May 2024
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 29 July 2024
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 03 February 2025
2025 Bruce, Canberra Winter Term 26 May 2025
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 28 July 2025
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 02 February 2026
2026 Bruce, Canberra Winter Term 25 May 2026
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 27 July 2026
Credit arrangements

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Study locations

Canberra

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