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Software Development

Overview

This page was first published on 13 November 2025 and was last amended on 02 June 2026.
View details of the changes below.

Mathematics prerequisites and Mathematics Learning Support

In 2024, some mathematics prerequisites for undergraduate students commencing in Semester 1 2025 were removed.

It has been identified that this curriculum component (Program, Major or Minor) has been affected. To ensure success, make sure you are aware of the required level of mathematics (assumed knowledge) for this curriculum component. Visit the mathematics learning support webpage, to understand your pathway to success, including the sequence of units you should complete and the support services available.

About the major

A major in Software Development provides the understanding and skill that allow a team to reliably produce high-quality working software that meets client needs. From a foundation of individual programming skill, you will learn the theory and practices involved in determining requirements, designing software solutions, and delivering the outcomes.

Requirements for completion

The Software Development major and minor requirements are listed in the Software Development unit of study table.

Honours

Honours in Software Development may be undertaken via an appended honours degree. Admission requirements and unit of study information can be found on the Software Development - Honours unit of study table. Read how to apply for honours as a current student.

Contact and further information

Website: School of Computer Science

Enquiries: for Software Development major enquiries only.

Post-publication amendments

Date Original publication Post-publication amendment
02/06/2026 ContactÌýsection published as:
[Website School of Computer Science
Email cs_undergraduate@sydney.edu.au

Major coordinator

Dr. Rahul Gopinath
rahul.gopinath@sydney.edu.au]
ContactÌýsection amended to:
[Website School of Computer Science
Enquiries: Engineering Student AdvisingÌýPortal for Computer Science majorÌýenquiries only.]