Be prepared for emerging technologies and trends in software development
Software development is a constantly evolving field that requires professionals to keep up with rapid changes in technology. As new advancements continue to emerge, those who are able to adapt and stay ahead of the curve will have a competitive edge in the job market and be better equipped to succeed in their careers.
At UNE we recognise that the field of software development is advancing swiftly. That's why we offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialisations that are specifically designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in the industry. Our offerings focus on key concepts and topics that will help you adapt to changes and advancements in the field, making you future-fit for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
The majority of our students opt for online study, which grants them an adult community that pools together their work and life experiences, forming genuine networks for future endeavors. Meanwhile, those who study on-campus can take advantage of our available campus accommodation, sporting activities, and support services. Students can select between studying full-time or part-time over the course of three trimesters.
With UNE, you’ll graduate ready to join the fast-paced information technology industry, qualified for a wide variety of government, private, and not-for profit roles. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the study options related to software development on offer at UNE.
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If you are a Pacific Islander looking to become a teacher in your island home with your family and community, UNE’s Associate Degree in Teaching (Pacific Focus) is your ideal course. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to become a qualified early…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Computers and technology are entrenched in our rapidly changing society, so knowledge and skills in these areas are highly sought after by employers. Our Bachelor of Computer Science will give you the strong programming, technical, mathematical, and …
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
In the face of rapid technological change and global disruption, knowledge and skills in law and computer science open the door to a wide range of career opportunities. By studying the UNE Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws, you will…
- 5 years full-time
- Up to 12 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Whether you are looking to re-train to become a Primary or Secondary school teacher, teach different subjects or upgrade your teaching accreditation, the UNE Bachelor of Education (In-Service Conversion) provides a flexible pathway to pivot and grow …
- 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Expand and hone your teaching knowledge while building a highly valuable breadth of skills with the UNE Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching). This is a dual sector degree giving you the flexibility to teach in both primary and secondary schools. It …
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
UNE’s Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts) offers a comprehensive program of study that provides you with the knowledge and practical skills to become a highly sought-after secondary school teacher. Develop your teaching skills in a supportive,…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
In today's increasingly science and technology-driven world, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is essential to help students develop 21st-century skills such as creativity, critical thinking and problem solving.…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Information Technology (IT) is central to the running of modern businesses, branches of government, transport, environmental management and more. So it’s no surprise that Jobs and Skills Australia projects a 22% increase in demand for IT…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Information technology professionals are responsible for designing the software that permeates every area of modern living, from the smallest personal device to automating entire industries, as well as creating systems that handle and analyse…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
This course is not offered in Trimester 3, 2024. We encourage you to explore our Diploma in Information Technology as an alternative. With computing now entrenched in almost every aspect of society, and skills that are highly valued in most…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 year part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
This course is not offered in Trimester 3, 2024. We encourage you to explore our suite of undergraduate courses for an alternative course that meets your goals. The UNE Undergraduate Certificate in Professional Development is a program of study for…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 year part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Study our Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours and acquire a skillset that is in high demand in many workplaces: problem-solving and analytical skills, teamwork, can-do technical skills, and a capacity for both attention to detail and the…
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Online
With data breaches and cyber attacks occurring more and more often, companies are investing heavily in cybersecurity measures. Professionals with knowledge of cybersecurity and data protection are in high demand. If you’re interested in working in…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Cyber attacks and data breaches have been growing in frequency over recent years, with attackers using more and more sophisticated techniques. With the rise of cloud computing and remote work, organisations need increasing amounts of data which…
- 1 trimester full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Online
UNE's Graduate Certificate in Data Science allows you to expand your expertise in data science to solve challenging problems using large and diverse data sets while you broaden your career opportunities in this booming industry.
- 0.5 years full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
The fields of computing and information technology change rapidly. To succeed in this fast-paced area, it is essential to keep your skills current and relevant. UNE's Graduate Certificate in Information Technology has a strong…
- 0.5 years full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new…
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
Cyber crime has been increasing over the past 10 years and can cost businesses billions of dollars each year. Step up and take your place in this fascinating and crucial area of work and lead the charge into a highly skilled, high demand job in…
- 0.5 or 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Demand for data scientists continues to grow as organisations in industries from science to health to business and beyond seek specialists who can extract meaning and insights from rapidly expanding data streams available in today's workplace.…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
The information technology sector offers strong employment prospects to people with appropriate skills and qualifications. To work in this dynamic and complex industry, you must constantly refresh your knowledge to keep pace with…
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work …
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
The fast-changing digital landscape presents unprecedented opportunities for innovation, collaboration and productivity. But with the opportunities come risks: vulnerabilities in IT administration and cyber security systems put trust and growth…
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Online
Information and computing technology affect all aspects of modern life. Its applications include not only commerce and science, but also health, education, engineering, transport, government, entertainment, sport, and social networking. Computer…
- 1.5 or 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Secure your future in the burgeoning and dynamic field of cybersecurity with UNE’s Master of Cybersecurity and Computing. If you’re interested in data, asset and network protection, solving complex data challenges and playing a role in protecting…
- 1 or 1.5 or 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Online
UNE’s Master of Cybersecurity will expand your expertise in the complex and evolving field of data, asset and network protection. Gain the skills to adapt and innovate and play a leading role in protecting the critical infrastructure of businesses,…
- 0.5 or 1 or 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Online
UNE's Master of Data Science will expand your expertise, allowing you to confidently solve complex challenges in science, health, business and beyond. Through a combination of engaging coursework subjects and a comprehensive capstone project…
- 1 or 1.5 or 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
Information technology is a complex and dynamic field. To stay relevant, you must constantly update your skills and knowledge. UNE’s Master of Information Technology has a strong technical focus that allows you to refresh your skills and…
- 1 or 1.5 or 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Accelerate your career opportunities with the UNE Master of Teaching (Secondary). Gain the specialist knowledge and skills you need to become a sought-after teacher who makes a difference. Study online in a flexible timeframe that suits your…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- On Campus
- Online
A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.…
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Online
- On Campus
Our Postgraduate International Qualifying Program is designed to provide you with the skills you need to succeed in postgraduate-level studies at UNE. If you don't already meet the requirements for admission to select Masters degrees at UNE,…
- 1 trimester full-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2025
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2025
- On Campus
- Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own 4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
- ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
- ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
- ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units any of the available units in a degree to create a Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
- ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.
Why study with us?
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The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.
Greg KemmettFind the right major or specialisation for your studies in Software Development
As technology advances and new frameworks and programming languages emerge, you will need to be adaptable and innovative to stay ahead. Study one of our specialist software development offerings and graduate with the technical knowledge and business acumen needed to succeed.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE's experts in computational science and develop the critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, resilience, flexibility, perseverance and research skills to succeed in the rapidly changing world of data that will see vast…
Benefit from UNE's experts in computational science and develop the critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, resilience, flexibility, perseverance and research skills to succeed in the rapidly changing world of data that will see vast changes in AI, automation and data visualisation.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Computer Science | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours | Specialist Course | Bachelor Honours |
Bachelor of Science with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
Master of Computer Science | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Undergraduate Certificate in Computing | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
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Careers in Software Development
UNE offers a variety of courses and specialisations in software development that can provide the necessary skills to succeed in this dynamic field. With technology rapidly evolving and becoming increasingly integral to the success of modern businesses, developing a skillset in software development will help you to secure valued positions in a wide range of industries.
- Software developer
Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems for various industries and organisations. - Data analyst
Collect, analyse, and interpret large and complex data sets to provide insights and improve business decisions. - Cybersecurity specialist
Develop and implement security measures to protect computer networks and systems from cyber threats. - Artificial intelligence engineer
Design and develop systems that use machine learning algorithms to analyse and interpret data, and automate tasks. - Full-stack developer
Develop both the front-end and back-end of web applications and software programs. - Cloud computing specialist
Design, implement, and manage cloud-based systems and services for businesses. - DevOps engineer
Develop and implement processes and tools to automate software development, testing, and deployment. - Mobile application developer
Design, develop, and maintain mobile applications for different platforms such as Android and iOS.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
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Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
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