Course outline
Graduates of this course will have the specialist knowledge required to understand and implement advanced software engineering techniques - design, implement and maintain IT systems using a well-informed software engineering approach and create high quality software in a systematic and efficient manner. Graduates may find employment in a wide range of industries including security and defence, education, aerospace, health, business and finance.
Hear from our students
"My experience at the university has been great so far, as have been the support services and the campus facilities. I've had great industry experiences through the work-integrated learning opportunities offered by the university and its partners. I've networked with entrepreneurs and even taught children simple programming - I've had a lot of fun."
Career opportunities
- Programmer
- Systems administrator
- SAP consultant
- Systems designer
- Software analyst
- Systems tester
As a software engineer you will create, maintain and modify computer software as well as analyse current software products. You will also evaluate new programming tools and techniques.
Graduates may find employment in a variety of industries withthe production of medium to large scale software.
Sample structure
Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course. Please contact Federation University for further information on available options.
Please note this is a sample structure only and is not to be used for enrolment purposes. To enrol, please refer to the information provided to you by Federation University for your individual course structure or view our enrolment information page.
To view current unit information and cost, click on the individual unit name below, or click here to view current unit information and cost for ALL units.
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Year 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Contact hours
16 hours per week
Entry requirements
Entry requirements (non year 12)
The entry requirement is successful completion of a degree that is the equivalent of a Bachelor degree, not necessarily in an IT-related discipline. The applicant's entire academic record can be taken into consideration when assessing eligibility for the course.
Selection officers will consider the applicant's range of studies, and can place greater importance on studies which demonstrate ability to progress satisfactorily in an IT degree.
English language requirement
FIEI students with Fed Uni Bachelor degree can meet the English entry requirement of the selected Fed Uni Programs directly.
Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
How to apply
The application method varies depending on your circumstances, please visit our How to apply page for further information.
Direct application: Yes
Federation University code: CG9
Fees and scholarships
2024 Indicative Fees
Fee Type: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
$8,948 student contribution amount
A Commonwealth Supported Place is subsidised by the Australian Government. Your fees (student contribution amount) are set on an annual basis by the government and are determined by the discipline area and band of your individual units, not the overall course. Each unit falls into a band which determines the student contribution.
2024 annual student contribution amounts for 1 EFTSL (equivalent full-time student load) range between $4,445 Band 1 to $16,323 Band 4. To find the Band, EFTSL and contribution amount for each unit, check the Sample Structure or refer to the 2024 unit listing.
Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and the indicative amount should be used as a guide only. It is based on a typical enrolment for a student undertaking the first year of study in this course. For 0.5 EFTSL (60 credit point) courses the certificate fee is displayed. Total cost will vary depending on the units you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and any approved credit you receive.
Other fees
You will also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
Other study costs
Estimated non tuition fees: $150.00 (international students)
Optional SAP Training and Certification: $2,000-2,500.
It will be the student's responsibility to pay the additional $2000-$2500 if they wish to obtain SAP training and certification after undertaking SAP related courses (Data Warehousing and RealTime Analytics).
Fee assistance
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP loan, which can be used to defer payment of all or part of your student contribution. You may also be eligible to defer payment of your SSAF through a SA-HELP loan.
Scholarships
Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs. Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.
Recognition of prior learning
Can your studies count towards a degree with us? Use our online Credit Search to get the details on completing your studies sooner.
Professional recognition
This course holds Professional Level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Additional information
To help you get the most from your online learning experience, it's important that you own or have frequent access to a fast and reliable computer that's ideally not more than two years old.
You will also need frequent access to a reliable high-speed internet connection. You should expect to use approximately 5GB of data each month, per unit, just for study use.
For further information, visit the Minimum IT requirements for studying online webpage.
A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.
CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909