Software Engineering

1. Major Name

• Major: Software Engineering

2. Career Opportunities

Potential Workplaces

After graduation, students can work at:

• Software companies, technology firms, and digital product development centers
• Organizations and institutions requiring software system development and operations
• Educational institutions, research centers, and IT training providers
• Engineering and smart manufacturing enterprises applying digital technologies
• Consulting organizations and technology project management units
• Startups or independent software product teams

Typical Roles

• Requirement analysis, software design, and application development
• Web system development, backend services, and API engineering
• Cross-platform mobile application development
• Software testing, QA/QC, and quality assurance management
• Deployment, operation, and maintenance of enterprise software systems
• Technical consulting, solution appraisal, and IT project coordination
• Teaching, research, and development of advanced software technologies

3. Major Overview

The Software Engineering program follows an application-oriented approach, balancing foundational theory with practical and professional competencies.

Students are developed in:

• Professional ethics, social responsibility, and workplace discipline
• Systems thinking, problem-solving, and lifelong learning capability
• Professional working style in dynamic technology environments

Students are equipped with:

• Core knowledge of computer science and software engineering
• Skills in analysis, design, testing, and software deployment
• Independent working ability, teamwork, and cross-functional collaboration

After graduation, students are able to:

• Design and build software systems that address real-world requirements
• Apply modern tools and development processes across the software lifecycle
• Work effectively in both domestic and international settings
• Continue advanced study and research at postgraduate level

4. Admission Requirements

• Admissions follow Vietnam Maritime University's annual enrollment plan
• The process complies with current regulations of the Ministry of Education and Training
• Applicants must meet criteria of the selected admission method and submit complete documents as required

After admission:

• Students complete enrollment procedures under university guidance
• Students follow the officially issued training curriculum

5. Training Process

Training Model

• Organized under the credit-based system
• Implemented in accordance with Circular 08/2021/TT-BGDĐT and current academic regulations

Academic Year Structure

• 3 semesters/year:
  • Semester I
  • Semester II
  • Supplementary semester

Semester Characteristics

• Main semesters:
  • Up to 15 study weeks and 3 exam weeks
  • Mandatory registration according to the study plan
• Supplementary semester:
  • 6-7 weeks
  • Optional (retake, grade improvement, or accelerated study)
• Summer break (6 weeks):
  • Internship opportunities may be arranged with partner organizations

Learning Organization

• Students proactively register courses before each semester
• Learning schedules are published by the university
• Course outcomes are assessed according to course syllabi
• Grades and academic records are updated in the training system

6. Graduation Requirements

Students are recognized for graduation when all of the following conditions are satisfied:

• Not under legal prosecution or suspension-level disciplinary action
• Completion of all required curriculum credits
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.00/4.00
• Completion of compulsory modules:
  • National Defense and Security Education
  • Physical Education
• Achievement of graduation outcomes in:
  • Professional competency
  • Foreign language proficiency
  • Digital literacy
  • Conduct evaluation
• Submission of graduation application as required (for early or delayed graduation cases)