Features:

• Some courses may be completed online.
• Complete the program in four semesters if you study full-time or choose to study part-time if needed. Incoming international students can qualify for entrance scholarships based on academic performance.

Study software engineering. It can help you create tech that solves real problems and improves lives. You could specialize in areas such as healthcare, education, sustainability, or transportation. It's a growing field in Canada, offering stable jobs with remote options.

Courses in machine learning, AI, systems design, analysis, and programming will teach you valuable skills. You'll also develop essential skills like problem-solving, coding, teamwork, and communication. After graduation, you'll be ready to meet the high demand for software engineers in Canada.

This program may be right for you if:

• you already hold a three/four-year bachelor's degree
• want to diversify your skillset and career opportunities

Go to the program outline in the UFV Academic Calendar for a complete list of required courses and credits.

Check the program schedules page for a guide to which courses to take in a given semester.

Go to entrance requirements for the Software Engineering program in the UFV Academic Calendar.

This program is open for international students.

• Learn how to apply as an international student

• Go to all programs open to international students

Students who do not meet the entrance requirements may complete upgrading to meet prerequisites for university-level courses. 

Prospective students should contact the Future Students office to learn more about upgrading options. 

Current or returning students should connect with the appropriate advising area based on the level of upgrading required:  

• University-level upgrading (100 level and above): Qualifying Studies Advisor 

• High school equivalent courses (below 100 level): Upgrading Advisor

By the end of the program, you'll be able to:

• Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for Information Systems and Technology.
• Analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, society, and Indigenous contexts.
• Employ interpersonal, teambuilding, and leadership skills to solve problems independently and in diverse teams.
• Apply ethical considerations in information systems practice.
• Develop a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet the needs of an organization and its users through the entire software development life cycle.
• Create software engineering solutions that satisfy technical and business requirements.
• Plan and manage the scope, cost, timing, and quality of the project for success as defined by the project  stakeholders.
• Design complex software architectures.