Software Engineering BSc (Hons)

Overview

Technology is an increasing part of everyday life, and there's a constant need for the software behind it to be updated, maintained and improved. If you like solving problems and have an interest in coding and computing, this BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree course prepares you for a career in this field.

You'll study programming techniques and software engineering principles that can be applied to many different areas. You'll put theory into practice while applying various software technologies to solve complex problems.

The combination of technical skills and practical experience you’ll get will set you up for a career as a programmer or developer in fields such as data warehousing, computer security, IT management and web development.

Accredited by

This course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT and meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP). It also meets some of the academic requirements that you need to become a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

What you'll experience

On this course you'll:

• Access our usability lab, equipped with eye-tracking software
• Use our mobile computing lab to develop Android and iOS apps
• Have opportunities to apply your skills in projects with local organisations and charities, helping to solve problems they’re facing
• Tailor your studies to match your career ambitions, with a choice of units in areas such as artificial intelligence, computer security and mobile development

Careers and opportunities

When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work in the industry. Or, you could do further study at postgraduate level in areas such as intelligent systems, computer security and forensic computing.

What can you do with a Software Engineering degree?

Areas previous students have gone on to include:

• web development
• IT management
• software engineering
• computer programming

What jobs can you do with a Software Engineering degree?

Roles our graduates have taken on include:

• systems engineer
• web developer
• computer programmer
• software engineer
• analyst programmer
• firmware developer

Other graduates have continued their studies at postgraduate level or set up successful businesses with help and support from the University.

After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.