Software Engineering
Overview
sLearn a range of technical skills you can use across several sectors! In this
program you'll analyze, design, develop, test and integrate software into
complex systems.
With growing market demand, software engineering is one of Canada's
newest engineering disciplines; however, there are few software engineering
programs in Canada. At Ontario Tech University, our Software Engineering
program focuses on the design of computer software and is exposed to
software design for embedded systems, enterprise and mobile systems,
distributed systems, real-time control systems, multi-media and man-machine
interfaces.
Courses including software design, user interfaces, advanced networks, and
design and analysis of algorithms prepare graduates for successful careers in
the software engineering field.
Foundation year
All engineering students begin with a common foundation year, regardless of
the program of study. During the foundation year, you will learn about the
various engineering programs available.
Internet of Things
The Internet of Things specialization offers specialized technical courses on
design and analysis of IoT software systems, connecting IoT devices and
services to the cloud, sensor data collection and analysis, and mobile
programming.
Engineering and Management
There is a need for engineers with management skills. Complement the
technical studies of your engineering program with business and management
courses by pursuing the five-year Bachelor of Engineering and Management
(Honours) program.
Women in Engineering
A multi-year support program to help female engineering students explore
opportunities and careers, gain experience in the workforce, make a
successful transition to a career in engineering and find lifelong success in a
professional engineering career. View more information about our Women in
Engineering program.
$5,000
Women for STEM scholarships available for eligible female students
Learning environment
Students have access to new, modern buildings, libraries and innovative labs,
including:
Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Research Centre (ERC)
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) Engineering Building
Software and Informatics Research Center (SIRC)
Jeffery Boyce Engineering Innovation and Design Studio
ACE Facilities
Direct-entry co-op program
This program has a direct-entry co-op option that you can apply for directly on
your Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) application.
Our co-op positions are full-time, paid employment opportunities providing
students with a steady income stream throughout their studies.
Learn more about how you can unleash your career potential with paid co-op.
Admissions
Admission requirements
How to apply
Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario
Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including
English (ENG4U) with a minimum grade of 60 per cent, Advanced Functions
(MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), and Physics
(SPH4U). In addition, a combined minimum 70 per cent average in
prerequisite math and science courses is required, with no grade below 60 per
cent. Applicants with credentials from outside Ontario should visit the
Admissions section.
Note: Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for
admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into
consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of
subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic
program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee
acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
Last year's cut-off 70 per cent
Expected cut-off Mid-70s
Program details
Faculty
Engineering and Applied Science
Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering and Management (Honours)
Experiential learning
Capstone
Co-op
Internship
Delivery method
In-class
Location
Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa
Start dates
September
Length
Four or five years
Program load
Full-time
OUAC code
DEW (Regular)
DCW (Co-op)
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Career opportunities
Design and development of secure software systems for a variety of
platforms and devices
Design of animation, visualization and entertainment software
Development of productivity, database and financial software solutions
Management of software projects, computer networks and cloud-
based applications
Quality assurance and software systems maintenance
