B.Sc. · Undergraduate
Software Engineering
- Degree
- B.Sc.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
- Credits
- 128
Programme overview
This program emphasizes the systematic development of large, reliable, and scalable software systems, combining theory with real-world project experience. Students learn requirements engineering, agile methods, DevOps, testing, and software project management.
Curriculum
Year 1
5 courses- 01Introduction to Software Engineering
- 02Calculus I & II
- 03Programming I (Python)
- 04General Physics for Engineers
- 05Communication & Technical Writing
Year 2
6 courses- 01Data Structures & Algorithms I
- 02Object-Oriented Programming
- 03Software Requirements Engineering
- 04Database Systems I
- 05Probability & Statistics for Engineers
- 06Computer Architecture
Year 3
6 courses- 01Software Design & Architecture
- 02Web & Mobile Application Development
- 03Software Project Management I
- 04Human–Computer Interaction
- 05Software Testing & Quality Assurance
- 06Operating Systems
Year 4
9 courses- 01Software Project Management II (Agile & DevOps)
- 02Cloud-Native Application Development
- 03Electives: AI in Software
- 04Cybersecurity for Software Systems
- 05Capstone Project (e.g
- 06fintech app
- 07health-tech platform
- 08e-learning system)
- 09Internship
Course lists are indicative and may be updated as the programme is accredited and reviewed.
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