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BS-Lateral Program
Software Engineering (Lateral)
Advance your software development career with VU's lateral-entry BS Software Engineering program for computing diploma holders.
BS-Lateral2 YearsUndergraduate
Overview
The BS Software Engineering Lateral program covers advanced software development, software architecture, quality assurance, project management, and system design. It is designed for students with a computing diploma who wish to specialize in software engineering.
Program Highlights
2-year completion for computing diploma holders
Covers software architecture, QA, project management, and system design
Prepares for leadership in software development teams
Industry-aligned curriculum
Career Opportunities
Software EngineerQuality Assurance EngineerTechnical Project ManagerSolutions ArchitectDevOps Engineer
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this program
1What is the difference between Software Engineering and Computer Science?
Software Engineering focuses on the systematic design, development, and maintenance of large-scale software systems. Computer Science covers broader theoretical foundations of computing. SE emphasizes engineering practices and project management.
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