Overview

Software is everywhere: from spacecraft to smart watches. Software Engineers design, develop, maintain and oversee complex software-intensive projects while assuring their quality.

These highly interconnected systems must meet multiple requirements, including correctness, usability, performance, safety and security. They leverage technologies, such as cloud, web, database, networks, mobile, IoT and embedded systems.

During the Software Engineering course at the University of Waikato, you'll develop an understanding of reliable processes and formal methods for software engineering. You'll learn how to use systematic techniques to test software systems. You'll develop the skills you need to be able to prove that safety-critical systems operate correctly under all possible operating conditions.

Career Opportunities

Chartered Software Engineer

Usability Engineer

Requirements Engineer

Quality Assurance Engineer

Cloud Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer

Embedded Systems Engineer

Software Architect

Software Researcher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Artificial Intelligence

Computer Hardware and Microprocessors

Systems and Networks

Statistical Data Analysis

Design of Smart Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-17 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after the deadline may be accepted if space is available.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

56

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

56

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission requires a relevant Bachelors level qualification or equivalent.

Once you have applied to study with us you are welcome to speak with one of our senior academics who will help advise you on your studies based on your goals and previous experience.

This will ensure you have all the support and advice you need to succeed in your studies.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

53640 NZD / year

≈ 53640 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9299 NZD / year

≈ 9299 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic: $9,299 - $10,441 per year

Living costs

Hamilton

New Zealand

1470 - 2020 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Hamilton

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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