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Gannon University believes inventive thinkers have the ability to solve problems and develop new ideas, especially in the realm of technology. If you are interested in balancing business needs, technology and human factors in order to yield a successful product, Gannon’s software engineering program can help prepare you for an inventive career in the specification, design and development of high-quality software systems. As a software engineering major, you will learn how to apply the principles of computer science, engineering and analysis to the design, creation, testing and evaluation of software systems. Starting with a foundation in problem-solving and programming, Gannon’s software engineering program is prepared to educate students in an interdisciplinary academic environment and enhance their communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Software engineering is an emerging profession, with significant roots in computer science and systems engineering. To provide a specialized context for their studies, Gannon’s software engineering students take nine credits focused in an “application domain” — a concentration area where software engineering techniques are practiced. The different application-domain sequences focus on a particular industry, and serve as technical electives. Students choose their application-domain from such areas as information systems, embedded systems, other engineering fields or other scientific disciplines.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, software engineers are projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations between now and 2010. Software engineers typically earn $43,000 to $85,000 annually.

Where will your inventive mind take you?

Program Objectives

The program is designed to produce graduates who are capable of developing high-quality software systems. This outcome includes developing technical competency as well as leadership and communication skills necessary to analyze, design, verify, validate, implement and maintain software systems.

College Connections

The computer and information sciences (CIS) department houses computer science, management information systems and software engineering majors.

The School of Engineering and Computer Science, in cooperation with The Dahlkemper School of Business Administration, offer a special program leading qualified undergraduates to a bachelor of science in engineering degree and a master of business administration degree. This program is completed in five years of full-time study (including three summers).

The Gannon Advantage

• Students at Gannon enjoy internships, co-ops and study abroad opportunities. In addition everyone completes our "Liberal Studies Core" -- 39 credits that will help prepare you for life.
• Gannon's Career Development Services Office reports that 97% of Gannon's recent graduates are employed or are enrolled in graduate studies.
• On our urban campus, students can enjoy all the conveniences of city living while feeling at home in Gannon's caring community.
• An overall 13:1 student to faculty ratio ensures that students receive the genuine commitment and personal attention they are seeking.
• Gannon's Career Service Center helps students search for graduate school or job opportunities, develop interviewing skills and design a professional resume.
• Over 70 clubs and organizations as well as 18 NCAA Division II athletics provide students the chance to be involved.