Bachelor of Computing (Software Engineering)

A three-year Curtin computing degree in Colombo focused on designing, building and testing software, accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

CURT

Awarded by

Curtin University

Next intake: February 2027
LevelBachelors
Duration3 Years
Study modefull-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

The Bachelor of Computing (Software Engineering) is a three-year full-time Curtin University degree taught at Curtin Colombo. It centres on how software is specified, designed, built and tested, and on the teamwork and problem-solving that go with it. Year 1 introduces software engineering, programming design, data structures and algorithms, Unix and C programming, linear algebra, requirements engineering and the basics of data security. Year 2 adds computer communication, software testing, object-oriented software engineering, operating systems, distributed computing, mobile application development and database systems. In Year 3 you study human-computer interaction, algorithm design and analysis, and a two-part capstone computing project, with elective units. The degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society. Careers listed include software engineer, business analyst, full stack developer, UX engineer, software architect, mobile developer and software quality assurance engineer, in software, games, cyber security, finance and telecommunications.

Modules

22 modules
Fundamental concepts of data security
Integrating indigenous science and STEM foundations
Introduction to software engineering
Programming design and implementation
Data structures and algorithms
Unix and C programming
Linear algebra
Requirements engineering

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Sri Lankan GCE A-Level
  • Complete the GCE Advanced Level with an aggregate of at least 8 points from the best three subjects, excluding General English, sat in one sitting.
  • Points: A*/A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, S/E = 1.
  • An S/E grade in Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Combined Mathematics. If Mathematics was not taken at A-Level, the relevant first-year module must be completed.
London (UK) GCE A-Level

GCE A-Levels from a UK examination authority (Cambridge, Edexcel or equivalent) with the required aggregate, plus evidence of English competency.

Other Routes
  • Successful completion of the Curtin foundation program (Information Technology, Engineering or Business stream).
  • Any other alternative qualification recognised by Curtin University.

English Language Requirement

Option 1

A minimum C grade in GCE O-Level English, or a pass in GCE A-Level General English. Sri Lankan O-Level and A-Level English results must be issued within five years of the application date.

Option 2 (test taken within two years of application)
  • IELTS: 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in each of Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking.
  • TOEFL iBT: 79 overall (Reading 13, Listening 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21).
  • PTE Academic: 69 overall (59 in Listening and Reading, 59 in Speaking and Writing).

Fees & scholarships

Local students

AUD 4,210per semester

International students

AUD 4,580per semester
Year 1 international fee, 2026 intakes. Later years rise to AUD 4,740 and 4,906 per semester; total programme AUD 28,452. Subject to review.

Payment options

Degree fees are published in Australian dollars per semester, with two semesters a year, and apply to degrees completed in Sri Lanka.
Local and international fee rates are listed separately for bachelor's degrees.
Foundation certificates are priced in Sri Lankan rupees: Rs. 475,000 per semester (Rs. 950,000 in total) plus a Rs. 10,000 application fee, as listed for March 2026.
PhD fees are AUD 9,000 per year full-time and AUD 4,500 per year part-time.

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

bachelors

Duration

3 Years ยท full-time

Location

Colombo

Fees

AUD 4,210 ยท Local

AUD 4,580 ยท International

See fees & scholarships

Upcoming intakes

Verified informationOct 19, 2026

Related study areas

Software EngineeringComputing

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