Master of Technology (Software Engineering)
Graduates of this course will have the specialist knowledge required to understand and implement advanced software engineering techniques.
Course essentials
Entry requirements
Credit
Duration
Course overview
Graduates of this course will have the specialist knowledge required to understand and implement advanced software engineering techniques - design, implement and maintain IT systems using a well-informed software engineering approach and create high quality software in a systematic and efficient manner. Graduates may find employment in a wide range of industries including security and defence, education, aerospace, health, business and finance.
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
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The fine print
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol.
Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training.
School department
Information Technology
Course co-ordinator
Azadeh Noori Hoshyar
Career paths
As a software engineer you will create, maintain and modify computer software as well as analyse current software products. You will also evaluate new programming tools and techniques.
Graduates may find employment in a variety of industries with the production of medium to large scale software.
Professional recognition
This course holds Professional Level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fee information
Commonwealth Supported Places are subsidised by the Australian Government. The tuition fee is called the student contribution amount. The indicative fee above is based on a typical first-year enrolment for this course and should be used as a guide only. For 0.5 EFTSL (60 credit point) courses the certificate fee is displayed. Your fee will depend on the units you chose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and any approved credit you receive.
How it's calculated
The government sets the fee each year. The amount depends on the discipline area and band of each unit. 2026 annual student contribution amounts for 1 EFTSL (equivalent full-time student load) range from $4,738 (Band 1) to $17,399 (Band 4). The sample course structure below link to the EFTSL, Band and fee for each unit or you can use our unit search to find these details.
Other fees
You will also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
Other study costs
Estimated non tuition fees: $150.00 (international students)
Optional SAP Training and Certification: $2,000-2,500.
It will be the student's responsibility to pay the additional $2000-$2500 if they wish to obtain SAP training and certification after undertaking SAP related courses (Data Warehousing and RealTime Analytics).
Fee assistance
If you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan, you can defer the payment of all or part of your student contribution fee. If you’re also eligible for a SA-HELP loan, you can defer your SSAF payment too. You won’t have to start paying either loan back until your income reaches the compulsory repayment threshold.
Scholarships
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Course details
Contact hours
16 hours per week
Work integrated learning
This course provides you with real experience in your chosen profession, through our Co-operative Model.
You will undertake a minimum of 30 days (225 hours) paid placement in industry – contributing directly to course credits. Federation University will arrange the placements for you through our network of industry partners.
Flexible placements options are available which include full time over one semester, part time over an extended period or in blocks embedded into your subjects. Federation University Co-op ensures that you graduate with employability skills and industry experience.
Learn more at https://federation.edu.au/co-op
Sample course structure
Here’s what the course structure could look like. It’s just an example (so don’t use it for enrolment). Interested in the details? You can find current course structure or select a single unit name below to find out what it’s about and how much it costs.
- Foundations of Programming (Masters)15 credit pointsITECH5104
- The Data-Driven Professional15 credit pointsITECH5207
- Introduction To Cyber Security Fundamentals and Practices15 credit pointsITECH7611
- Mathematics for Data Science15 credit pointsMATHS5000
- Professional Research and Communication15 credit pointsITECH5500
- IT Service Management and Professional Culture15 credit pointsITECH7400
- Leadership in IT Project Management15 credit pointsITECH7401
Elective
- Software Engineering Methodologies15 credit pointsITECH7410
- Masters Project 115 credit pointsITECH7416
- Co-Operative Placement (Information Technology)30 credit pointsCOOPI9011
- Comparative Programming Languages15 credit pointsITECH5403
- Software Engineering : Analysis and Design15 credit pointsITECH7201
- Software Testing15 credit pointsITECH7409
- Masters Project 215 credit pointsITECH7417
Entry requirements
Entry requirements (non year 12)
The entry requirement is successful completion of a degree that is the equivalent of a Bachelor degree, not necessarily in an IT-related discipline. The applicant's entire academic record can be taken into consideration when assessing eligibility for the course.
Selection officers will consider the applicant's range of studies, and can place greater importance on studies which demonstrate ability to progress satisfactorily in an IT degree.
English language requirements
Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
If you’re only applying for this course, do it via direct application.
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- Federation University code
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Hear from our staff
Hi, my name is Dr Gour Karmakar and I am the Associate Professor in Information Technology and Program Coordinator of Bachelor of IT Gippsland and Networking and Security stream at Federation University. My favourite part of this program is that it comprises contemporary and in-demand courses and streams such as Business Information Systems, Big Data, Analytics, Networking and Security and Software Development. They enable students to get highly paid jobs such as data scientist, cyber security and networking specialist, software engineer and business analyst. The program not only focuses the development of theoretical knowledge but also underpins on hands-on experience and contemporary tools. Using contemporary tools they equip students with sufficient knowledge and technical foundational skill to apply in different business context. What makes our program different from other universities is that we are collaborating with industry to embed co-op education, that is co-design, co-delivery and co-assessment of the courses. Besides, authentic assessment is the bedrock of this program. The coordination of co-operation is also mapping the courses to relevant vendor certification which help students become job ready and secure great job. Fun fact, that I occasionally write poetry and like walking in the morning. So please study this course and join Federation University.
