The Software Engineering Course at UFRN
The Software Engineering course at UFRN aims to train professionals for the emerging software and Information Technology (IT) market. Here, you will find information about the course, the profession, the job market, and many other details.

What is Software Engineering?
Software engineering is the field of computing responsible for establishing techniques and practices for software development, covering a wide range of applications and diverse types of devices. These include corporate information systems, web-based systems and portals, and mobile phone applications.

Why Choose Software Engineering?
Software is increasingly present in our daily lives, and society’s growing demand requires more professionals each year. In light of this scenario, UFRN’s Software Engineering course seeks to train highly qualified professionals in this field, aiming to meet the rising national demand for skilled individuals in the area.

Job Market
Opportunities for software engineering professionals are among the fastest-growing in both national and global markets. Career prospects for graduates include technology hubs in Brazil and multinationals in the software industry. The course is integrated with the Metrópole Digital project, where software companies offer numerous internship and employment opportunities. [Read more...]

Professional Profile
A software engineering professional will be capable of designing, planning, and managing teams to develop and deliver high-quality software products that meet market demands and the needs of specific clients. [Read more...]

Student Profile
Software engineering students should be passionate about solving problems through coding solutions into software products. Creativity and abstract thinking are essential skills to develop. Students are driven by challenges, and a strong interest in technology is a key asset. [Read more...]

Differences from Other Computing Courses
Computing has evolved significantly in recent decades. Today, major international scientific and professional associations recognize five distinct undergraduate degree programs: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, and Software Engineering. [Read more...]