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About the course
This degree builds practical software development capability for modern IT careers. You study programming languages, software architecture and paradigms, plus dynamic web development, data structures and algorithms, and agile coding, with electives to broaden your skills. The course develops your abilities through early-year skill building and culminates in a final-year project, supported by the Federation University Co-operative Model with industry-linked learning. The programme builds programming, systems thinking, and data skills for technology-driven industries and startups.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles across software and IT delivery, including software developer, programmer, software engineer, software designer, tester and web developer. The course also supports pathways into team and project-oriented positions such as IT team leader, project manager and IT manager, as well as specialist roles like database administrator. Career options span building, testing, releasing and implementing software solutions in business and technology environments. Preparing graduates for software development, IT support, data analysis, and technology consultancy entry roles.
Living Costs in Ballarat**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 993 - 1,313 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 837 - 1,107 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 5 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
