Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma in Industry Practice (Software)

About the course

Software Engineering is the application of analytical thinking, engineering principles, methods, tools and techniques to the design, development and maintenance of cost-effective and quality software. Software engineers focus on ensuring that large, complex and critical software systems that are interwoven into our daily lives fit the purpose or work intended. The software is built for systems that may include automotive, banking, defence, energy, financial, government, and transport. As an Australian student, you have the chance to apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place for this course.

Career outcome

Explore career pathways in biomedical, civil and environmental, electrical and electronic and mechanical and mechatronic engineering, and graduate with technical expertise, leadership skills and problem-solving capabilities. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)