BE(Hons) - Software Engineering as a specified programme
The Bachelor of Engineering with Honours is the basis for a professional career in engineering, and at Waikato you're provided with plenty of opportunities to apply what you’ve learnt in real-life work situations.
When you study software engineering, you'll be learning about how to use a scientific and disciplined approach to designing and developing complex software systems. You'll also learn how to operate and maintain such systems. From ATM machines to smart phones to cars - many aspects of modern society are driven by software which we expect to operate correctly and be reliable and flexible at all times.
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Key information
| Years: | 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Points: | 480 |
| Study Locations: | Hamilton |
| Start Dates: | Semester A (February) and Semester B (July) |
| Fees (Domestic): |
$7,432 per year See if you're eligible for fees-free study in your first year |
| Fees (International): | $32,455 per year |
| Entry Requirements: | Undergraduate International |
| Faculties: | |
| *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. | |
Career opportunities
- Network Engineer
- Product Development Engineer
- Software Architect
- Software Consultant
- Software Developer
- Systems Engineer
- Test Engineer
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Papers
Papers available within Software Engineering
Software engineering is the scientific, disciplined and quantifiable approach to developing, operating and maintaining complex software systems. These software systems include operating systems, networks, real-time and embedded systems, distributed and parallel systems, as well as engineering, scientific and business application software. The Software Engineering programme at Waikato emphasises the software engineering process, formal methods for software engineering, and human-computer interaction. The programme starts from scratch, and teaches programming skills using C# and Microsoft Visual Studio, before moving on to Java and even further to more modern languages. The final year project assimilates material taught in the earlier years with material from related disciplines such as electronics and industrial sources. It prepares students well for professional practice as well as continuing, or further, education and research.
Software Engineering is available as a specified programme for the BE(Hons).
To complete the specified programme in Software Engineering, students must follow the following programme.
Year 1
Students must take the following papers: COMPX101, COMPX102, ENGEN170, ENGEN180, ENGEN183, ENGEN184 and MATHS135.
And 15 points from the following: APHYS111, CHEMY100, CHEMY101, CHEMY102, ENGEN110, ENGEN111, ENGEN112, PHYSC100, PHYSC101.
Year 2
Students must take the following papers: COMPX203, COMPX204, COMPX223, COMPX241, COMPX242, COMPX361, ENGEN201, ENGEN270 and ENGEN271.
Year 3
Students must take the following papers: COMPX301, COMPX304, COMPX307, COMPX324, COMPX341, COMPX374, ENGEV342, ENGEN301, and ENGEN371.
Year 4
Students must take ENGEN570 and ENGEN582, 30 points from any 500 level COMPX paper, one of COMPX526, COMPX552 or COMPX554, and one of COMPX524, COMPX539 or COMPX548.
100 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|
| APHYS111 | Physics in Context | 18A (Hamilton) |
| This is an introductory paper in physics for students who have not studied physics or mathematics at NCEA level 2 or 3. It is intended to support a major in other science subjects. Emphasis is placed on describing everyday physics concepts using correct terminology. Examples of physics in action are drawn from many science areas. T... | ||
| CHEM100 | Chemistry in Context | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| CHEM111 | Structure and Spectroscopy | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| CHEM112 | Chemical Reactivity | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| CHEMY100 | Chemistry in Context | 18A (Hamilton) |
| This is an introductory paper for students with a limited background in chemistry. There is a strong emphasis on teaching chemical concepts through real-world examples relevant to different science and engineering disciplines. | ||
| CHEMY101 | Structure and Spectroscopy | 18A (Hamilton) & 18C (Hamilton) |
| A theoretical and practical course covering aspects of analytical and inorganic chemistry. This course is required for the chemistry major. | ||
| CHEMY102 | Chemical Reactivity | 18B (Hamilton) |
| A theoretical and practical course covering aspects of physical and organic chemistry. This course is required for the chemistry major. | ||
| COMP103 | Introduction to Computer Science 1 | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMP104 | Introduction to Computer Science 2 | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMPX101 | Introduction to Computer Science | 18A (Hamilton), 18A (Online), 18B (Hamilton) & 18C (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| This paper introduces computer programming in C# - the exciting challenge of creating software and designing artificial worlds within the computer. It also covers concepts such as the internals of the home computer, the history and future of computers, cyber security, computer gaming, databases, mobile computing and current researc... | ||
| COMPX102 | Object-Oriented Programming | 18B (Hamilton), 18C (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) & 18S (Hamilton) |
| This paper continues from COMPX101, expanding upon data organisation and algorithms, and introducing code contracts, computer architecture, Boolean algebra, assembly language, program analysis and object-oriented programming. | ||
| ENEL111 | Introduction to Electronics | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGEN103 | Engineering Computing | 18A (Hamilton) |
| This paper introduces computer programming in languages such as C# and Python. It provides the basis for the programming skills required in more advanced papers within the School of Engineering. | ||
| ENGEN110 | Engineering Mechanics | 18B (Hamilton) |
| This paper covers aspects of engineering mechanics. | ||
| ENGEN111 | Electricity and Electronics | 18A (Hamilton) |
| Students are introduced to underlying concepts in electricity such as current, voltage and power, and apply these concepts in a laboratory by making circuits and measuring them with common laboratory instruments. | ||
| ENGEN112 | Materials Science and Engineering | 18B (Hamilton) |
| Introduction to engineering materials (metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, semiconductors and biomaterials) and their atomic structure and mechanical properties. Includes; elastic and plastic deformation, fracture mechanisms, failure in service, iron-carbon phase diagram, redox reactions in corrosion, production of polymers, ce... | ||
| ENGEN170 | Engineering and Society | 18B (Hamilton) |
| Introduction to the role of engineering in society in particular understanding of Treaty of Waitangi, history of science, engineering and technology, philosophy and ethics and public participation, participatory design, sustainability. | ||
| ENGEN180 | Foundations of Engineering | 18A (Hamilton) |
| Introduction to the engineering design process and computer aided design, fundamental principles of engineering analysis, open ended problem solving, engineering economics and the skills of a successful engineer. Includes a design-build-test experience. | ||
| ENGEN183 | Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers | 18A (Hamilton) & 18B (Hamilton) |
| A study of introductory statistics and the fundamental techniques of algebra including Gaussian elimination, vector and matrix algebra, complex numbers, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, as well as basic statistical notions and tools, with engineering applications. | ||
| ENGEN184 | Calculus for Engineers | 18A (Hamilton), 18B (Hamilton) & 18S (Hamilton) |
| A study of the fundamental techniques of calculus, including differentiation and integration for functions of one real variable, with engineering applications. | ||
| ENGG180 | Foundations of Engineering | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGG183 | Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGG184 | Calculus for Engineers | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENMP102 | Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| MATH101 | Introduction to Calculus | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| MATH102 | Introduction to Algebra | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| MATHS135 | Discrete Structures | 18B (Hamilton) |
| An introduction to a number of the structures of discrete mathematics with wide applicability in areas such as: computer logic, analysis of algorithms, telecommunications, networks and public key cryptography. In addition it introduces a number of fundamental concepts which are useful in Statistics, Computer Science and further stu... | ||
| PHYS103 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers 1 | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| PHYSC100 | General Physics | 18A (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides an introduction to the core ideas in physics. Topics covered include kinematics, mechanics, fluids, electric and magnetic forces and fields, electric circuits, optics, modern physics and relativity, taught in a problem solving context. | ||
| PHYSC101 | Physics for Engineers and Scientists | 18B (Hamilton) |
| This is a lecture and laboratory course covering fundamental physics concepts relevant to engineers and scientists. Topics covered include vectors, kinematics, force, work, energy, collisions, rotation, equilibrium, oscillations, waves, sound, electricity, magnetism, and light. | ||
| STAT111 | Statistics for Science | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| STAT121 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
200 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|
| COMP200 | Computer Systems | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMP202 | Computer Communications | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMP219 | Database Practice and Experience | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMP235 | Logic and Computation | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMP241 | Software Engineering Development | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMP242 | Software Engineering Process | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMPX203 | Computer Systems | 18A (Hamilton) & 18B (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides an overview of the operation of computer systems. The central theme is the way in which the hardware and software co-operate to allow the execution of programs written in a high-level language. | ||
| COMPX204 | Practical Networking and Cyber Security | 18B (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides an overview of the technologies and protocols involved in computer communications and cyber security. Practical work includes network programming. | ||
| COMPX223 | Database Practice and Experience | 18A (Hamilton) |
| This paper approaches the subject of databases from a practical perspective - how do I create a database and how do I retrieve/update data. Both aspects are heavily addressed in this paper. Database creation and querying, using SQL, will be introduced in lectures as you will master practical skills associated with a commercial Data... | ||
| COMPX241 | Software Engineering Development | 18A (Hamilton) |
| Students will learn how to program in Java and design, analyse, and apply commonly used data structures. Broader software engineering practices will be developed through a group project. | ||
| COMPX242 | Software Engineering Process | 18B (Hamilton) |
| This paper covers object-oriented programming, primarily as seen in Java, but also touching on alternative approaches. It introduces software development methodologies and the use of support tools, particularly repositories and a testing framework. Project work starts with GUI develoment in Java and works through to the constructio... | ||
| ENGEN201 | Engineering Mathematics 2 | 18B (Hamilton) |
| Calculus of Several Variables and its Applications. Vector calculus (Green's, Gauss' and Stokes' theorems). Taylor's Theorem in n dimensions. Introduction to partial differential equations. Fourier series. | ||
| ENGEN270 | Engineering Professional Practice 1 | 18A (Hamilton) |
| Preparation for success in the engineering workplace including CV preparation, interview techniques, job seeking skills, online profile, workplace and engineering business cultures and norms, ethics, communication and management structures. | ||
| ENGG279 | Preparation for the Professional Workplace | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGG282 | Engineering Design | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGG283 | Linear Algebra for Engineers | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGG284 | Differential Equations for Engineers | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENMP282 | Science and Engineering Management A | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| FCMS296 | Work Placement | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
300 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|
| COMP314 | Software Engineering Project | 18B (Hamilton) |
| Students work in small groups to build a medium sized software project. They develop requirements and specification, design the system structure and user interface, carry out documentation, implementation and maintenance. | ||
| COMP317 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms | 18A (Hamilton) |
| A study of classical and recently developed algorithms for solving a diverse range of problems using computers. Issues of performance, scalability, applicability, adaptation and design are also discussed. | ||
| COMP321 | Practical Data Mining | 18B (Hamilton) & 18B (Tauranga) |
| This paper is a practical introduction to data mining. It covers important aspects of the data mining process such as feature selection, model building, parameter tuning and final evaluation. | ||
| COMP325 | Human-Computer Interaction | 18B (Hamilton) & 18B (Tauranga) |
| An introduction to the theory and practice of human-computer interaction, including the interface development process in the system life-cycle, software tools and architectures to support modern interface and software usability. | ||
| COMP340 | Reasoning about Programs | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMPX361 | Logic and Computation | 18B (Hamilton) |
| The syllabus includes: further development of predicate logic with application to program verification; mathematical induction including structural induction; finite state automata and regular languages; Kleene's Theorem; Turing machines, the Church-Turing thesis, universal Turing machines and the Halting problem; formal grammars a... | ||
| ENGG371 | Engineering Work Placement 1 | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGG372 | Engineering Work Placement 2 | 18C (Hamilton) |
| The second Work Placement for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree. | ||
| ENGG379 | Reflection on Professional Workplace Experience | 18A (Hamilton) |
| Guided reflection on professional work placements in engineering. | ||
| ENGG381 | Engineering Statistics | 18A (Hamilton) |
| Aimed specifically at Engineering students, this paper covers statistical models, experimentation for quality design and control, process measurement and improvement, statistical process control and capability, and reliability. | ||
| FCMS396 | Work Placement | 18C (Block) |
| This paper enables students to undertake work placement in an area related to their major as part of their degree. Students work in a chosen field for a period of time in order to gain valuable work experience and learn from experts in their chosen field. | ||
400 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|
| COMP424 | Topics in Interaction Design | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| COMP426 | Engineering Interactive Systems | 18B (Hamilton) |
| This paper introduces the topic of engineering methods for interactive systems. It provides both the background theory and practical methods for modelling and testing interactive systems. | ||
| COMP439 | Usability Engineering | 18A (Hamilton) |
| This paper covers the design and evaluation of interactive computer systems with a focus on users and usability. Topics covered include: designing and performing user studies, ethnography, automated usability evaluation and ethical issues involved in studying human-computer interaction. | ||
| COMP448 | Developing Mobile Applications | 18B (Hamilton) |
| This paper covers practical design and implementation of interactive applications for mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet computers. | ||
| COMP452 | Model Checking | 18A (Hamilton) |
| This paper shows how reactive systems can be modelled and analysed using finite-state machines and temporal logic, and how model checking tools can be used to verify crucial properties of safety-critical systems. It also provides an introduction into the algorithms and data structures used to model check very large finite-state sys... | ||
| COMP454 | Specification Languages and Models | This paper will not be taught in 2018 |
| This paper will not be taught in 2018 | ||
| ENGG492 | Honours Research and Management Project | 18A (Hamilton), 18B (Hamilton), 18C (Hamilton) & 18Y (Hamilton) |
| An engineering research and development project, including design philosophy, market requirements, specifications, design and analysis, component and materials selection, prototype development, documentation, quality and failure analysis, standards and codes, IP protection, and project planning and management. | ||
Scholarships and prizes
Selected scholarships for Software Engineering students.
New to Waikato? The International Excellence Scholarship is worth up to $10,000.
Brian Perry Charitable Trust Undergraduate Scholarship in Science & Engineering Closed
For students who are enrolled in the second year of full-time study towards an undergraduate degree, in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Waikato. The scholarship will have a value of up to $5,000.
CMS International Exchange Scholarship Closed
For students who have completed at least one year of study in the Faculty of Computing & Mathematical Sciences (FCMS), applied for a University of Waikato exchange programme, and who will be enrolled full-time in FCMS in the year of tenure.
Computer Science Undergraduate Scholarship Open
For students who are currently in Year 12 or Year 13 at a New Zealand secondary school. Candidates must be intending to enrol full-time in a BCMS(Hons), BSc, BSc(Tech), BE(Hons) or BDes degree, in one of the computing streams, at the University of Waikato. Candidates will sit a Scholarship exam, which will be held on 19 and 20 October 2018.
Closing Date: The Scholarship exam will be held on 19 and 20 October 2018
Smartrak Software Development Scholarship Closed
For students enrolled full time in the second to last year of study towards a BE(Hons) majoring in software engineering or a BCMS with a focus on software development or a BSc(Tech) majoring in computer science with an emphasis on software development. The scholarship will have a value of $4,000.
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Contacts
Faculty of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
Phone: 0800 924 528 ext: 4322 or +64 7 838 4322
Email: cms@waikato.ac.nz
Website: cms.waikato.ac.nz
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