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Bachelor of Engineering with the degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Software Technology

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78.15
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Overview

Engineering at Macquarie is a unique electronic engineering program. The main focus is on practical learning based on the use of modern electronics, telecommunications techniques and software technologies to design, construct, manufacture and manage systems and products.

Study Engineering with Science and gain greater scientific insight in a particular area for your future career.

In this program you'll choose from six engineering majors:

  • Computer 
  • Electronic 
  • Mechatronic 
  • Software 
  • Telecommunications
  • Wireless

You'll complement your engineering studies with your choice of science major.  There are over 20 majors available to choose from in the Bachelor of Science.

Software technology is about:

  • building and using systems for productive and leisure activities, and
  • understanding the principles that underlie such systems.

You will focus on algorithms, data structures and the principles of engineering quality software.

Information technology areas range from business and management skills, to studies and experience in software or electronic and communication engineering.

Degrees offering Software Technology

Key features

  • Increased job opportunities through an emphasis on practical work, using modern programming languages and commercial database software.
  • Opportunities to study exciting contemporary fields such as artificial intelligence, databases, computer graphics, security technologies, game theory and web technology.

Location

North Ryde

Suitable for

Students wanting to develop computer skills to build and use systems, and understand the principles that underlie these systems.

HECS Course fee

AUD $8,050 p.a. This is an Average Fee

Student amenities fee

Information on the Student services and amenities fee

Entry requirements

English language requirements

If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.

For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).

Work experience requirements

What you will study

Degree requirements Credit Points
Minimum number of credit points for this degree 120
Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above 75
Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above 48
Minimum number of credit points at 400 level or above 18
Minimum number of credit points from Engineering designated units 87
Minimum number of credit points from Science designated units 39
Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Engineering
Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Science
Completion of a designated People unit
Completion of a designated Planet unit
Completion of a designated Participation unit
Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below

Double degree requirements

The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this double degree.

100 level Credit Points
Required COMP115 Introduction to Computer Science 3
Required COMP125 Fundamentals of Computer Science 3
Required ELEC141 Digital Fundamentals 3
Required ELEC170 Introduction to Electronic Systems 3
Required either MATH135 Mathematics IA
or MATH132 Mathematics IA (Advanced) 3
Required either MATH136 Mathematics IB
or MATH133 Mathematics IB (Advanced) 3
Required PHYS140 Physics IA 3
Required PHYS143 Physics IB 3
200 level Credit Points
Required ELEC270 Linear Circuits and Devices 3
Required ENGG200 Introduction to Professional Engineering 3
Required MATH235 Mathematics IIA 3
300 level Credit Points
Required ENGG300 Engineering Project Practices 3
Required ISYS360 Technology Management 3
400 level Credit Points
Required ENGG460 Engineering Principles and Practice 3
Required ENGG400 P Industry Experience 0
Required either ENGG410 Engineering Major Project
or ENGG411 Engineering Research Thesis 12
Required ENGG450 Systems Design and Engineering 3
Total credit points required to satisfy this major 33

Notes

  • Units marked with a P are Participation units.

Major requirements

The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major

100 level Credit Points
Required COMP115 Introduction to Computer Science 3
Required COMP125 Fundamentals of Computer Science 3
Required DMTH137 Discrete Mathematics I 3
200 level Credit Points
Required COMP255 Software Engineering 3
Required DMTH237 Discrete Mathematics II 3
Required either COMP225 Algorithms and Data Structures
or COMP229 Object-Oriented Programming Practices 3
Required 3cp from COMP units at 200 level 3
300 level Credit Points
Capstone COMP355 C Information Technology Project 3
Required 9cp from COMP units at 300 level
ISYS326 Advanced Databases and Enterprise Systems 9
Total credit points required to satisfy this major 33

Notes

  • Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
  • The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
    For more information please read the courses disclaimer.

Careers

Career Opportunities

  • communication systems analysis and analysis design
  • database administrator
  • end-user support and training
  • IT or management consultant
  • IT sales or marketing
  • programmer
  • project leader
  • systems analyst
  • systems development manager
  • systems engineer

Employers

• Apple

• AT&T Bell Labs

• Compaq

• Computer Associates

• EDS

• Google

• government departments

• IBM

• Macquarie Bank

• Microsoft

• Optus

• small business

• Sybase

• Westpac

Average starting salary

$48,038 for a computing and IT graduate (source: The Good Universities Guide, 2010).

Why choose Macquarie?

Why choose Macquarie

Macquarie offers an outstanding learning experience. We are renowned for excellence in interdisciplinary research and teaching, our unique approach to learning, our highly skilled graduates, and our first-class facilities. 

Macquarie University for future students undergraduatean education in the top two per cent of universities in the world, giving you an international recognised and respected degree

Macquarie University for future students undergraduatea campus in one of the largest business and technology precincts in the southern hemisphere, giving you the industry experience employers look for

Macquarie University for future students undergraduatemulti-billion dollar investment in facilities and infrastructure, including the most high-tech university library in Australia

Macquarie University for future students undergraduatethe most generous international student exchange program in Australia

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Our reputation

Discover why Macquarie is ranked in the top two per cent of universities globally.

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Learning for life

Our degrees are designed to help you get ahead and stay ahead in your life and your career.

Overseas opportunities

Overseas opportunities

Enhance your degree with Macquarie's overseas study and exchange programs in over 300 countries.

Macquarie University information for future undergraduate students about our vibrant campus

Our vibrant campus

120 social clubs and societies, 35 sports clubs, sport and aquatic centre, the only on-campus music festival.

 

Contact us

Faculty of Science
Ph: 61 2 9850 6000
Fax: 61 2 9850 6565
Email: scienceenquiries@mq.edu.au 
www.comp.mq.edu.au

Apply

The major in Software Technology (SOT01) is available in more than one degree.

Apply

1. Select your UAC Code for your preferred degree:

300107 - North Ryde Campus

300817 - City Campus

Bachelor of Arts

300117

Bachelor of Arts with the Diploma of Education

300304

Bachelor of Arts with the degree of Bachelor of Laws

300253

Bachelor of Business Administration with the degree of Bachelor of Arts

300760

Bachelor of Engineering with the degree of Bachelor of Arts

300543

Bachelor of Advanced Science

300288

Bachelor of Commerce with the degree of Bachelor of Science

300758

Bachelor of Engineering with the degree of Bachelor of Science

300503

Bachelor of Information Technology

300340

Bachelor of Information Technology with the degree of Bachelor of Laws

300517

Bachelor of Science

300537

Bachelor of Science with the Diploma of Education

300305

Bachelor of Science with the degree of Bachelor of Laws

2. Go to the UAC website and select “Apply". This link will open in a new window.

Applications for Session 2 2012 open on Wednesday 4th April 2012.

Re-admission

Students wishing to return to study at Macquarie University should visit the Previous Macquarie Students webpage, for further information and application procedures. 



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