Overview

About the Program

Classes emphasize the team approach to building software and provide leadership opportunities. Lab experiences and a required internship ensure that you will have both a theoretical and practical understanding of software engineering and will prepare you to become software professionals who develop good products on time and within budget. The program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Learn by doing

In the Software Engineering program at California Polytechnic State University, you will learn general programming skills as well as the software development process including design, testing, debugging, documentation, problem solving, requirements and more. You will develop websites and apps, write code for operating systems of devices such as autonomous vehicles, and much more.

Careers

Software engineering graduates find significant opportunities in software development and management, software engineering and marketing in California and throughout the world.

Graduates are highly recruited by industry, including Google, Microsoft, Apple, Yahoo, IBM, SUN, Intel, Intuit, Amgen, Adobe, Salesforce, DreamWorks, Disney, Electronic Arts (and other game companies), Raytheon, Boeing, Cisco, HP, JPL, Saint Jude Medical, Lawrence Livermore National Labs and many more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Structures

Computing

Project-Based Object-Oriented Programming and Design

Computer Organization

Discrete Structures

Professional Responsibilities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

183 SCH

183 - 184

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 2475 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Coursework: We look at the college-prep coursework you have taken during high school, including the courses you have in progress or planned during 12th grade

GPA: For the purposes of your application, we'll consider your 9th-11th grade weighted GPA

Standardized Test Scores

Extracurricular Activities and Work Experience: Cal Poly takes activities such as work experience, internships, volunteer programs and extracurricular activities into consideration

Make sure you have a copy of your transcripts, current and planned class schedules, test scores, household annual income and social security number (if available)

There is a $70 application fee per campus at the time you apply, unless you qualify for an application fee waiver

English proficiency exam results

Tuition Fee

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International

11880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11880 USD per year during 48 months.
National

11880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11880 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

10194 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10194 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for San Luis Obispo

1100 - 1800 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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