Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)

Create the smart software and systems of the future by studying Deakin’s Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours). This course arms you with the skills needed to build disruptive technologies that create change, making you a sought-after expert ready to solve tomorrow’s business problems through creative computing solutions. Explore a broad range of exciting study areas, including robotics, algorithms, programming and software architecture, and apply your skills in world-class facilities. You will have access to Deakin’s $1.2 million Robotics and Internet of Things (RIoT) Lab, where you will acquire specialist skills in robotics, cyber-physical systems and the Internet of Things. Gain practical experience and learn how to work successfully in a team with project-based learning activities and contribute to real-world projects alongside professional engineers during 450 hours of industry placement. Want to be at the forefront of robotics, computing and smart technologies? Rapid advancement in sensing hardware, computers and smart devices has created a growing demand for software engineers who can develop complex software systems for the modern world. From Mars rovers to smart homes and cities, robotic surgery and precision agriculture, software engineers combine software systems and embedded hardware to create solutions for the future that fill a vital role in the development of smart and innovative technologies. Deakin’s Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) prepares you to take advantage of this demand. You will develop specialised skills in robotics, cyber-physical systems and the Internet-of-Things (IoT), all while getting hands-on with the latest software engineering tools that allow you to push beyond the limitations of traditional technologies. Your ideas and creativity will flourish in our state-of-the-art facilities. You will have a range of devices, robotics and drones on hand in our RIoT Lab. You will work alongside hardware designers and app developers to drive the development of computing solutions that interact with people, environments and other technologies. The Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute (A 2 I 2) provides innovative products, technologies and solutions for industry across all sectors. As a software engineering student, you will have the opportunity to interact and work with professional software engineers and data scientists on campus as part of your degree. Through practical experience in the RIoT Lab, a strong focus on project-based learning at A 2 I 2 and exciting internship opportunities, you will benefit from constant exposure to real-world software engineering situations. So, whether your dream role involves developing drones, creating smart devices or pioneering AI innovations, you will graduate with the industry skills needed to thrive.