Software Engineering

Van Lang University is the first and only university in the South to transfer a Software Engineering program from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) – the top 1 university in the US for computer science and software engineering (according to U.S. News & Report rankings from 2015 – 2017).

Introduction

Software Engineering is considered a job with many difficulties, requiring engineers to persevere and be constantly creative. Software Engineering is also considered one of the few professions that is "immune" to the current global economic crisis. The Bachelor of Software Engineering is dynamic, innovative, always looking for new knowledge and plenty of opportunities to show personal competence in the labor market.

Program code

7480103

Duration

4 years

Degree

Bachelor of Software Engineering

Subject combinations

A00: Math – Physics – Chemistry

A01: Math – Physics – English

D01: Math – Literature – English

D10: Mathematics – Geography – English

Excellent features of the training program

The Software Engineering program at Van Lang University has many advantages, aiming to train international quality software engineers.

Learning By Doing method focuses on practice and skill exercises

Students learn theory and practice at Software Lab, access and learn how to run AR/VR virtual reality rooms. Students receive free specialized English supplement from the first year to improve their l

English curriculum from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU)

English syllabuses and references are transferred directly from CMU, and subjects are taught under the CMU program.

Quality teaching staff

Software Engineering lecturers are trained at CMU headquarters (Pittsburg – USA) before meeting the requirements to teach students at Van Lang University.

Program learning outcomes

The Software Engineering training program equips students with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills, building a learning environment so that students can develop their ability to work in an international environment after graduation.

General Knowledge

Apply your knowledge of the natural sciences, social sciences, and understanding of contemporary issues to Software Engineering.

Engineering knowledge

Apply requirement-based techniques, software analysis and design methods, programming knowledge, databases, software project management to build, develop and test software on different platforms as well as solve problems in the field of software engineering.

Development and Design of Solutions

Design the system as required; apply modern technology to build software systems in accordance with the design.

Usage of resource, modern tools

Create high-quality software that runs on various modern application platforms.

Investigation and research

Apply appropriate software development processes to plan, implement and control project progress.

Communication

Communicate effectively with stakeholders, make good use of English in communication and refer to specialized materials.

Teamwork

Work independently and effectively in teams to accomplish common goals.

Life-long learning

Demonstrate lifelong learning habits to absorb and update technology quickly in response to changing technology and contemporary industry trends.

General Knowledge

Apply your knowledge of the natural sciences, social sciences, and understanding of contemporary issues to Software Engineering.

Engineering knowledge

Apply requirement-based techniques, software analysis and design methods, programming knowledge, databases, software project management to build, develop and test software on different platforms as well as solve problems in the field of software engineering.

Development and Design of Solutions

Design the system as required; apply modern technology to build software systems in accordance with the design.

Usage of resource, modern tools

Create high-quality software that runs on various modern application platforms.

Investigation and research

Apply appropriate software development processes to plan, implement and control project progress.

Communication

Communicate effectively with stakeholders, make good use of English in communication and refer to specialized materials.

Teamwork

Work independently and effectively in teams to accomplish common goals.

Life-long learning

Demonstrate lifelong learning habits to absorb and update technology quickly in response to changing technology and contemporary industry trends.

Study Program

The Software Engineering program at Van Lang University is designed in a 4-year structure, with a total of 139 credits.

Software Engineering Major

1ST YEAR

2ND YEAR

3RD YEAR

4TH YEAR

• English 1,2,3

• Environment and Human

• Principle of Programming 1

• Introduction to Software Engineering

• Group Dynamics and Communication

• Principle of Programming 2

• Software Project Management

• Web Design

• Introduction to Computer Networks and Cloud Computing

• Mathematics for Software Engineering

• Database Fundamentals

• Philosophy of Marxism and Leninism

Our teaching, learning and evaluating methods

The Faculty applies various teaching methods including lectures, situational illustration, practice, extracurriculars, focusing on technology for students to have the best learning experience.

Learning methods

Students actively prepare lessons, view syllabuses and references before each session, attend full classes, do exercises under the guidance of the lecturer.

Teaching methods

Depending on the module, there will be different teaching methods. For theoretical modules, teaching methods combined with projection and table writing are commonly applied. For hands-on modules, students will be instructed to perform on the software, in the AR / VR room.

Evaluation methods

Combine a variety of methods to ensure flexible and comprehensive assessments such as tests, large assignments, essays, and projects.

Career Prospects

After graduation, students can take up positions in the enterprise as follows:

Software Engineer with the following roles: analyst, designer, programmer, tester, programming team leader, project leader in software development and outsourcing companies, consulting companies – designing information technology solutions for businesses, IT operation and development departments of agencies, organization

IT research and application staff in research institutes and technology transfer in the IT sector and schools

IT instructors at universities, colleges, high schools, professional and vocational high schools

"Truth can only be found in one place: the code."

- Robert C. Martin, Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship

Software Engineering

Excellent features of the training program

Learning By Doing method focuses on practice and skill exercises

English curriculum from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU)

Quality teaching staff

Program learning outcomes

Ethics and Professional responsibilities

General Knowledge

Engineering knowledge

Development and Design of Solutions

Usage of resource, modern tools

Investigation and research

Communication

Teamwork

Life-long learning

Ethics and Professional responsibilities

General Knowledge

Engineering knowledge

Development and Design of Solutions

Usage of resource, modern tools

Investigation and research

Communication

Teamwork

Life-long learning

Ethics and Professional responsibilities

Our teaching, learning and evaluating methods

Learning methods

Teaching methods

Evaluation methods