Master of Professional Engineering (Software Engineering)

About the course

This accredited Master of Professional Engineering (Software Engineering) is designed to build advanced capability across the software engineering lifecycle, from strategy and design to coding, quality assurance and project management. It suits graduates from science or mathematics backgrounds transitioning into engineering, as well as engineers seeking a new specialisation. The program includes structured units and a substantial professional practice component as a master’s coursework qualification in software engineering.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue software engineering roles across technology and engineering organisations, contributing to the design, development and management of complex software systems. Typical pathways include software engineer, systems engineer, applications developer, quality/test engineer, DevOps or platform engineer, and technical project roles. The included professional practice experience helps build industry-ready skills for a master’s coursework qualification in software engineering.

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)