Introduction to Software Engineering
UndergraduateTUA-ISE1022026
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Enrol by
- 6 Sept 2026
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
- 14 Sept 2026
- Price from
- $2,625
- Upfront cost
- $0
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Introduction to Software Engineering
About this subject
By the end of this 12-week subject, you'll be able to:
- Identify user requirements in computer driven software applications.
- Devise software specification using a standardised modeling language based on technical and resource requirements.
- Apply software programming methodologies including object-oriented programming (OOP) paradigms to build software solutions.
- Test and validate software solutions that satisfy project requirements.
- Communicate the software solution to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- A guide to the topics you will explore in this subject will be provided in your study materials.
In this subject, students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and methodologies utilised in software development. Students will develop proficiency in user requirement analysis and software planning in order to address software project requirements. Fundamental procedural programming skills followed by Object Oriented Programming (OOP) paradigm will be introduced to enable students to deliver viable coding solutions. Lastly, students will verify and validate software solutions using an industry standard modelling language for presentation to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Prototype and Software Solution (35%)
- Presentation – Final Software Solution (35%)
- Programming Tasks (Short Answer) (30%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- TUA-DIT-DIP-2026 - Diploma of Information Technology
- TUA-CYB-DIP-2026 - Diploma of Cybersecurity
Elective
- TUA-ICT-CTF-2026 - Undergraduate Certificate of Information and Communication Technology (Pathway)
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
Diploma of Information Technology
UndergraduateTUA-DIT-DIP
UndergraduateTUA-CYB-DIP
Undergraduate Certificate of Information and Communication Technology (Pathway)
UndergraduateTUA-ICT-CTF