Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Software Engineering)
University of Sydney
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Software engineers address all aspects of software production from strategy and design to coding, quality and management. This course includes foundations in mathematics, computer science and computer system principles plus studies in programming languages, databases, operating systems and enterprise, and internet scale systems.
You may apply to change your chosen Engineering stream after enrolment. Any change should be made as early as possible in the program to limit the need for catch-up work and to ensure satisfactory completion of the requirements for the new stream.
Areas of study
Software Engineering: computer engineering, engineering data science, intelligent information engineering, internet of things.
Other specialisations available include: humanitarian engineering, innovation and entrepreneurship
Career opportunities
Artificial intelligence developer, control systems specialist, database manager, information security specialist, internet programmer, language compiler, multimedia and telecommunication software systems specialist, real‑time software engineer and reliable biomedical systems specialist.
Professional recognition
This degree is accredited by Engineers Australia and the Australian Computer Society. Our graduates are recognised internationally through the Washington Accord of the International Engineering Alliance and the Seoul Accord.
Practical experience
All Bachelor of Engineering Honours students in both single and combined degrees are required to undertake a minimum level of professional engagement activities (such as industry placements).
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current University of Sydney fee information.
Faculty scholarships: Scholarships are available for commencing undergraduate students. Read about the available scholarships on the University of Sydney website.
Prerequisites
Mathematics Advanced (Band 4) or Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E3) or Mathematics Extension 2 (Band E3).
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1, Physics. From 2025: Mathematics Extension 1.
Recommended studies: Physics
Guaranteed selection rank: 90.00, subject to non-ATAR criteria being met. A guide to guaranteed selection ranks.
Dalyell Scholars: This stream for high achieving students (ATAR of 98.00 or higher) provides mentorship, professional skills development, academic enrichment opportunities and access to a global mobility scholarship. Entry to the Dalyell Scholars stream is by invitation.
You may also be interested in 513571 Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Dalyell Scholars).
Other applicants
Refer to the University of Sydney general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the University of Sydney website.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Sydney website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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.
- 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.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- 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.
Global mobility/international experience
At the University of Sydney, every undergraduate student has access to global opportunities. These opportunities may include overseas field schools, global professional placements, and student exchanges (one-year, single semester and shorter-term durations) with more than 300 partner universities worldwide.
Open Learning Environment (OLE)
Open Learning Environment (OLE) units are short, on-demand and workshop- supported. They enable you to broaden your skills in areas such as entrepreneurial thinking, persuasive communication, project management and ethical reasoning. OLEs are available to all students at the University, while students commencing in liberal studies degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Commerce or combined Bachelor of Advanced Studies) and some specialist degrees (Bachelor of Economics) must complete 6 credit points of OLE units.
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Selection into the Sydney Conservatorium of Music programs is based on an audition and/or portfolio
and/or interview, while the ATAR is used only as an indicator of your ability to undertake tertiary studies.
Faculty handbooks
View available first-year subjects in the University of Sydney handbooks.