Have you ever wondered when and how the term “Software Engineering” derives from?
In the 1960s, Margaret Hamilton, American computer scientist and systems engineer, invented the term “software engineering” while developing the guidance and navigation systems for the Apollo missions. She felt that software developers earned the right to be called engineers and the rest is history.
So, what is Software Engineering all about? Let us find out below.
What is Software Engineering?
Software Engineering is a branch of Computer Science and the result of programming and engineering combined. This field applies the knowledge and theoretical understanding of computer science to develop and build computer systems software and applications software.
Engineering principles will be applied in every stage of constructing the software to ensure a high-quality software product that will fulfill the clients’ needs.
What will you learn in Software Engineering?
What are the Skills to Study Software Engineering?
Career Opportunities
- Software Engineer
- Software Architect
- Database Administrator
- Project Manager
- Technical Architect
- User Experience Specialist
- App Developer
- Data Scientist
General Entry Requirement
Education | Academic Requirements |
A-Level | 3B in Mathematics and in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ science subject |
STPM | GPA 2.33 including Mathematics and in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ science subject |
Foundation | CGPA 3.3 in Information Technology, Computer Science or related subject |
Diploma | CGPA 2.5 in Information Technology, Computer Science or related subject |
UEC | 2As Mathematics and in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ science subject |
Requirements vary according to universities. To know more about other entry requirements than stated above, contact us 😃
Top Private Universities to Study Software Engineering in Malaysia
Monash University
Program | Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) |
Intake | February, July or October |
Duration | 4 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian Students: RM48,101 International Students: RM54,915 |
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University of Nottingham Malaysia
Program | Software Engineering BSc (Hons) |
Intake | September |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian Students: RM39,500 International Students: RM46,000 |
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Taylor’s University
Program | Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons) |
Intake | March & August |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian Students: RM24,375 International Students: USD$ 7,155 |
This program is in partnership with the University of West England, UK and thus, students will graduate with both certificates from Taylor’s and UWE. Contact us to know more about the course and university 😃
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation
Program | BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering |
Intake | September & November |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian Students: RM28,200 International Students:RM28,600 |
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University of Wollongong, KDU
Program | Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons) |
Intake | January,June & September |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian Students: RM70,005 International Students: RM83,705 |
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Multimedia University
Program | Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) Software Engineering |
Intake | April, June & November |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian Students: RM60,000 International Students: Inquire Us |
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INTI International University
Program | Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) Software Engineering |
Intake | January, May & August |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian Students: RM68,376 International Students:RM73,780 |
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Stephanie Calamba
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