Software Engineering

Why Software Engineering at Franklin College?

 

A degree in software engineering prepares students for software development careers in business, industry and government environments. Students often couple a major in software engineering with an additional major or minor in computer science, business, accounting or economics.

The computing curriculum culminates in students developing a software system for a real client from beginning to end. This involves writing requirements, designing the system, coding, testing, delivering the solution and training people who will consume the end product.

Software Engineering is also available as a minor.

Software Engineering Major Tracks

Students who choose to study Software Engineering at Franklin College can choose from one of two tracks — Software Engineering or Game Development.

Software Engineering track

Software Engineering track

Computing students who chose the software engineering program will interface with industry-leading technology and gain conceptual knowledge, problem-solving skills and technical expertise. Our computing program is recognized as one of the best in the country by leading employers like Geico, Allegiant and Cummings — all of which come directly to Franklin College to recruit top tech talent.

Game Development track

Game Development track

Software development majors at Franklin College have the opportunity to pursue the Game Development track that will help them gain a distinct advantage in the marketplace by developing a holistic understanding of game development, from systems and architecture to aesthetic design.

This program features interactive experience developing in the Unity game engine — the go-to resource for small-to-medium sized studios that have developed titles such as Minecraft, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, Stardew Valley, The Bridge, Rocket League and more.

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Did You Know? The Unity game engine featured in our game development program powers 50% of mobile games and 60% of AR and VR content made today.

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Software Engineering

Learn more about Software Engineering at Franklin College

A degree in software engineering provides students with knowledge of computer hardware and applications and advanced mathematics, empowering students to pursue careers in programming and network administration. Students often couple a major in software engineering with an additional major or minor in computer science, applied mathematics, chemistry or physics.

Students gain a comprehensive set of skills that spans application development, user experience, project management and web design.

 

Software Engineering

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Software Engineering

Did You Know? While some computing students pursue advanced degrees in computer science, business or information science, most opt to go directly into the industry, making salaries of around $65,000 in their first role.

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