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Diploma of Software Engineering Systems

Northeastern University

Boston, United States
0.67 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A sociotechnical engineering approach to software for technically advanced students.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop advanced knowledge of Software Engineering Systems and design and evaluate computational solutions
Use relevant digital tools
And interpret technical evidence.

Career outcomes

Software Developer
Systems Analyst
IT Project Coordinator
Technology Consultant

Curriculum

Core courses are concepts of object-oriented design
Software engineering
And program structure and algorithms (C or higher). Students then choose a coursework
Project or thesis option with restricted electives
For 32 semester hours (33 with optional co-op).

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Transcripts
Resume
Usually one recommendation letter
Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US credentials.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), Transcripts, Resume, Usually one recommendation letter, Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US credentials, Certificates do not by themselves satisfy language proficiency for later degree admission (CSSH).

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
Recommendation Letters
CV or Resume.

How to apply

Check the certificate's entry requirements
English test minimums and deadline. Apply online through the graduate application and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts with a Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US degrees
Resume
Usually one recommendation letter and TOEFL
IELTS
PTE or Duolingo scores. After admission
Submit the I-20 request form with a passport copy. Apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$31,632 USD
Application fee	$100 USD
Deposit	$600 USD

Program details

Campus	Boston campus
Faculty or school	College of Engineering
Department	Software Engineering Systems
Teaching language	English
Credit value	16
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Eligible Northeastern alumni may receive the Double Husky discount on qualifying graduate certificate courses, Parent and Family or Full Circle scholarships may apply only to qualified applicants and programs.

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.67 years.