Bachelor of Science Honours in Information Technology: Software Engineering

Bachelor of Science Honours in Information Technology
Programme Type: Honours
SAQA ID: 120723
Faculty: Technology
Available Study Modes

Programme Overview

Next Start Dates Based on applicable nearest academic block start dates.
Supported Campuses Campuses listed are where this programme is offered. For online modes, campuses are access points for student services only.
Duration Duration varies by study mode.

Programme details

The BSc Hons in IT is a postgraduate degree that prepares you for senior positions in the computer industry, entrepreneurship and academic world in relation to Software Engineering.


Our qualification provides you with advanced knowledge and practical skills in six compulsory modules with a strong emphasis on Data Mining and Database Administration, Business Objects Service-Oriented Architecture, Computer Graphics and Game Development as well as Android Development.


Within the structure of two research modules, you will direct and drive your own independent research project that will culminate in a dissertation. In addition, you will learn how to plan, organise and manage projects with an emphasis on finding innovative ways of doing so.

 

You will develop skills that are crucial for the workplace and for management such as critical, analytical and independent thinking, meeting deadlines, perseverance and adaptability, working in groups and communicating effectively.


We attribute the success of this honours degree to its unique blend of academic rigour and real-world application as well as a curriculum that is relevant, current and industry driven. For all these reasons, our graduates have excellent management and entrepreneurial abilities, which make them highly sought after in the IT industries.


If you want to take your undergraduate BSc degree in Informatics, Computer Science, Internet Communication, Information Technology, Information Systems or equivalent for the specific honours degree to another level, register with Eduvos.


Entry Requirements Important

A recognised undergraduate degree or equivalent 
for the specific honours degree. 
Or a certificate of evaluation on a minimum NQF 
level 7 for foreign qualification issued by SAQA 


AND


Alternative admission path may require that 
the student submits the module outlines of the 
completed subjects should the stipulated subject 
requirements not be met.


AND (The specific undergraduate qualification should 
preferentially include, but not be limited to, these 
modules or their equivalence)


Applicable to Security and Network Engineering
Network Security
Advanced Networking
Database Systems Design, Implementation, 
and Management
Applicable to Data Science, Robotics, Software 
Engineering: 
Python for Data Science
Machine Learning Algorithms
Database Systems Design, Implementation, 
and Management

Pricing

From R75 395 per year (based on full settlement payment option) - excluding hardware/software requirements. Please consult the fee structure for additional information.

Graduates of a BSc Honours IT (Software Engineering) 
programme are well-prepared for a variety of roles in the 
Software Engineering field, such as:


Data Miner, Web Developer, Software Developer
Embedded Software Engineer
Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
Game Developer, Mobile App Developer 
T Consultant, Researcher/Academic 
Microservices Developer, Microservices Architect
Software Engineer, DevOps Engineer

YearModules
Year 1

Students develop a high level of competence and 
specialised knowledge in the discipline of BSc Honours IT (Software Engineering).


Computer Graphics and Game Development 
Data Mining and Data Administration
Embedded System Software Development
Front-end and Backend Technologies and 
Frameworks
Hybrid Mobile Application Development
Research Methodologies in IT Research
Research Project
Service-oriented and Microservices Architectures

Accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE)

Registered with the South African Qualifications 
Authority (SAQA)

International students are welcome to apply for this programme. For international student requirements please kindly check International Students Admissions.

Accepting applications from:

AngolaBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelizeBotswanaBruneiBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaColombiaCyprusDR CongoDominicaEritreaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiGabonGambiaGhanaGrenadaGuyanaIndiaIrelandIsraelItalyJamaicaJordanKenyaKiribatiKuwaitLesothoLiberiaMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritiusMicronesiaMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNetherlandsNigeriaOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPhilippinesQatarRwandaSaint LuciaSamoaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSouth SudanSri LankaSudanSwazilandTanzaniaTongaTrinidad and TobagoTuvaluUgandaUAEUnited KingdomUnited StatesVanuatuZambiaZimbabwe

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