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Software engineering
industry training
program

The Software Engineering program is designed for IT and non-IT professionals who are interested to transition their career into programming, software, web and UI development.

Our graduates help power these companies

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Overview

The Software Engineering program, available in 24 weeks part-time or 12 weeks full-time, is designed for professionals aiming to transition into programming, software, web and UI development.

The program includes pre-work, intensive practical training, industry award and a job outcomes program in collaboration with industry partners. The course content has been tailored to give you the skills that are demanded by businesses in today’s rapidly evolving job market.

 1. The Demand for Tech Talent

The tech industry in Australia is experiencing significant growth, creating numerous job opportunities for skilled professionals in the field.

According to a SlashData report the global developer population is expected to reach 45 million people by 2030 compared with 21 million in 2019.

 

Australia is expected to catch up to the US tech market in the next 3 years with the Australian software development professional salary average surging, and expected to range between $140k–$180k. 

 

The demand for tech talent is growing both in Australia and globally.

2. What is Practical Training?

Practical training is essential for preparing professionals for real-world challenges in the tech industry. Hands-on experience & learning from industry experts.

Learn from industry experts on how to tackle real-world problems.

 

Develop business solutions for companies and governments.

 

Simulate commercial projects to gain practical experience.

3. La Trobe University & Institute of Data

La Trobe University and the Institute of Data offer leading tech training programs in Australia, focusing on in-demand skills and industry-relevant certifications.

Receive an LTU Certificate of Completion upon graduating.

 

Earn an Institute of Data Industry Certification upon graduation.

 

Join 100's of professionals for career progression.

Software Engineering Program

 

Next program starts 

2nd  February 2026 (Full-time)

2nd February 2026 (Part-time)

With the practical training program you will...

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Be ready to practice Software Engineering

The program is designed to prepare students for real commercial work in the area of software engineering. Our program is focused on practical in-class training, labs and real-life projects to prepare you for the industry.

 
 

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Receive the best training and the latest curriculum

The program trainers are actively working in the industry and will teach you how to practice software engineering. The curriculum is developed by the Institute of Data Academic Committee with decades of experience working in data, automation and software engineering. 

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Be more attractive to employers

The program results in a LTU Software Engineering Certificate of Completion and an Institute of Data Industry Certification which signals to employers that you are ready to join the industry. Your resume and profile will be reviewed by your Job Outcomes team to give you the best possible chance of success. 

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Get more support and guidance

Join a valuable industry network with peers and mentors from your cohort. Our dedicated career coaches will guide you on how to effectively connect with employers through targeted industry engagement, job applications, and by participating in industry networking events.

Program structure

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Pre-work

Students complete curated pre-work as an interactive online learning experience designed to prepare every student with the required skills and knowledge to complete all coursework and training.

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Remote or In Class Training

Students undertake a professional in-classroom course from a team of expert industry trainers from leading consultancies and enterprises to acquire the most sought-after practical training in the country.

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Job outcomes

You will undergo a Job Outcomes Program which will help position you for the best chance of a new job opportunity and/or internal promotion.

Land a job in one of the most sought after fields in tech with the guidance of professional career coaches and access to our hiring network.

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Post course

1000+ employers have hired our graduates.

We have a 93% job outcome success rate within 180 days of graduation for active job seekers.

Unlocking Potential: Felicia’s Journey from Design to Software Engineering

"I found the Institute of Data Software Engineering Program in-depth than any other program Other program don’t teach you the back-end, or they don’t teach you SQL and non-SQL databases. The Institute of Data program was so thorough it gave me confidence. When I did the coding test for my job, I was confident I would do well because of the content I covered with the Institute of Data program."

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After experiencing the technical limitations of this work, Felicia set her sights even higher, landing on the software engineering program with the Institute of Data and recently landed a dream role as a front-end developer.

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Syllabus Breakdown.

Software Development Principles

Creating a Basic Web Page

Version Control

Gathering Requirements and Wireframe Design

Test Driven Development

Industry Best Practices

Introductory Front-End Development

Web Browsers and the Internet

HTML

CSS

Fluid Layout

JavaScript Programming

Fundamentals

Intermediate JavaScript

Advanced JavaScript

Mini-project 1

More on Front-End Development

JavaScript Frameworks

Figma

Bootstrap

Working with Data

App Enhancements

Introduction to Back-End Development

Web Services and JavaScript Applications

Developing the MVC Structure

Designing a Back-End Service

Object-Oriented Development

Swagger

Web Design with React - I

JSX

Components and Props

Thinking in React

Code Splitting

Web Design with React - II

Hooks

Routing

Integration with Libraries

Mini-project 2

Databases

Database Design

MongoDB

MySQL

Redis

API Development

REST APIs

Sockets

Model View Controller

Mini-project 3

Software Deployment

Docker

CI/CD with GitHub Actions

EC2

Beanstalk

Ongoing Modules

Additional Topics: determined by students and Lead Trainer

Job Outcomes Program

Consultation and Presentation Training

Software Engineering Practice

Capstone Project

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Gain hands-on experience in Software engineering.

93% job outcome success rate.
1000+ Employers have hired our certified professionals
Get certified in just 12 or 24 weeks.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Institute of Data?

The Institute of Data transforms careers and companies for a data driven world. We accelerate and develop careers through our network of education and industry partners to maximise job opportunities and promotions. Our main focus is connecting individuals to the growing big data industry with education programs suited to professionals at all stages of their career.
 

When does the next part-time or full-time program start?

Check the program pages for dates, but the course starts straight after you enrol with the pre-work modules. The pre-work online training takes about 40 hours to complete in your own time. The formal training programs and cohorts start every 3-6 months.
 

Can I talk to someone about the program

Yes! The Institute of Data has career consultants available to discuss your career and fit for the program. Please schedule a call here.
 

What is the job success rate?

Job success rate is the percentage of graduates who commence paid or unpaid work, transition their current role or start a new business in their area of training (data analytics / cybersecurity / software engineering) after completing the Job Outcomes Program.

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