San Jose State University Engineering, Software Engineering
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Engineering, Software Engineering transfers starts with ENGL 1B, BIOL 10 and MATH 30; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
San Jose State University Engineering, Software Engineering Major Preparation
The courses San Jose State University lists as Engineering, Software Engineering major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are SJSU's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Second course in english composition
Required
- ENGL 1B Argument and Analysis
Preparation for the major
Complete all of these
- BIOL 10 The Living World
- MATH 30 Calculus I
- MATH 31 Calculus II
- MATH 32 Calculus III
- MATH 42 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH 33LA Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
- PHYS 50 General Physics I: Mechanics
Lower division core requirements of the major
Complete all of these
- CS 46A Introduction to Programming
- CS 46B Introduction to Data Structures
- ENGR 10 Introduction to Engineering
- CMPE 70 Assembly Language Programming
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does San Jose State University have an Engineering, Software Engineering major for transfer students?
Yes. San Jose State University offers Engineering, Software Engineering (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to San Jose State University for Engineering, Software Engineering?
San Jose State University's Engineering, Software Engineering major preparation includes ENGL 1B, BIOL 10, MATH 30, MATH 31, MATH 32 and MATH 42, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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