Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Computer and Software Systems)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Computer and Software Systems)
Highlights Design and implement computer systems and software that impact all aspects of modern life, from operating systems and apps, to the software embedded in our mobile phones, GPSs and satellite systems. Apply your engineering expertise to develop safer and more reliable computer systems and software. Work on exciting real-world…
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Highlights
- Design and implement computer systems and software that impact all aspects of modern life, from operating systems and apps, to the software embedded in our mobile phones, GPSs and satellite systems.
- Apply your engineering expertise to develop safer and more reliable computer systems and software.
- Work on exciting real-world applications in our advanced computer labs, guided by our expert technical team.
- Graduate with a highly regarded Honours qualification that will allow you to work across diverse industries both in Australia and overseas.
- Combine your studies with a second major or double degree and expand your employment opportunities.
Computer and software engineers create and modify software programs such as operating systems, applications software, communications software, and software embedded in devices ranging from mobile phones to GPSs, satellites and aircraft flight systems. The discipline combines principles of computer science with the rigour and problem-solving skills of engineering.
If you are interested in computer programming, technical design and solving complex problems, then software engineering may be for you.
Explore your options
Your engineering degree features common units in the first year that combine broad foundation principles with a wide range of major choices, giving you flexibility and options before you choose your career specialisation.
Why choose this course?
In this highly specialised engineering major, you’ll combine the principles of computer science with the rigour and problem-solving skills of engineering to create and modify computer systems and software that impact people’s lives, livelihoods and the economy.
Cyber security is a growing challenge across all industries, and this major will give you the knowledge and skills to develop safer, more reliable computer systems and software.
From apps and communication software, to large-scale applications in banking and finance, government and education, transport, health, entertainment and more, you’ll learn to create and modify systems and software that affect all aspects of modern life.
With hands-on training in our advanced computer labs, you’ll work on real-world applications and projects, learning from software engineers who are leaders in their field.
Careers and outcomes
As a computer systems and software engineer, you’ll create and modify all types of computer systems and software programs, including those that require a detailed knowledge of the underlying hardware and signal and control systems.
With cyber security an increasing issue across all industries, you’ll also play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and reliability of critical computer systems and software that underpin every aspect of modern life.
Computer and Software Systems engineers are employed in various roles across a range of industries, including information technology, service industries, transport, mining, manufacturing, finance and farming.
If you’re interested in computer programming, technical design and solving complex problems, then software engineering may be the perfect career for you.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
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