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Software Engineering

BEng Hons

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Wembley

Year 1

  • Fundamentals of Programming
  • Logical Analysis and Problem Solving
  • Computer Systems
  • Foundation Project
  • Maths for Computing

 

Year 2

  • Computer Science Fundamentals
  • Computing Infrastructure
  • Databases
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Advanced Programming

 

Year 3

  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Applied Software Engineering
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Research and Professional Issues
  • Undergraduate Project
  • Agile Programming

 

Year 4

  • Applied Machine Learning
  • Software Quality Management
  • Computer Graphics
  • Operations Management

 

 

English Proficiency and Admission Process

If English is not your first language, you must complete an English language test that assesses speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

Applicants will also need to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team.

 

Minimum Age: 18 years old

 

Academic Qualifications:

Applicants must provide proof of their highest academic qualification, which can include:

  • Level 3 Qualifications (e.g., A Levels, Level 3 NVQ, diplomas, certificates, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
  • International Baccalaureate
  • High School Level Qualifications
  • Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 NVQ, diplomas, certificates)

Course overview

The BEng (Hons) in Software Engineering with Foundation Year degree provides you with the skills and knowledge you need to flourish in this broad field of software systems. There has never been a greater need for software engineers. Companies and institutions from a variety of industries are continuously on the lookout for innovators who can keep up with the rapid improvements in technology and software development.

Our BEng (Hons) in Software Engineering with Foundation Year program will train you to create and maintain software systems and other computer-based solutions. This degree provides you with a concentrated well-rounded education by exploring all aspects of the process, from early understanding of the problem to analysis, design, and development, testing, documentation, and maintenance.

The BEng (Hons) in Software Engineering is ideal for those interested in database development, secure software development, and cyber security. This course also provides students with the technical knowledge required to successfully advance in the Software Systems sector, as well as opportunities to build experience in communication and presentation, problem solving, and time management.

Our course is designed to reflect the dynamics of the software industry; you will gain industry-relevant skills that will prepare you for a career in software engineering.
If you have a high attention to detail, enjoy problem solving, and prefer to take the initiative, this course is for you. We will assist you in exploring the fundamental principles of software engineering while also gaining knowledge and practical experience with cutting-edge technology.

Software engineering is as analytical and theoretical as it is dynamic and creative. Hackathons and live coding events, as well as team projects and prototyping, are typical occurrences at many institutions. You’ll be taught by tutors and industry professionals, beginning with the fundamentals of computing and coding and progressing to more specialised topics that interest you the most. While you will need to study multiple programming languages and devote a significant amount of time to theory, the majority of your software engineering degree will be spent putting it into practice.

Obviously, businesses play an important role in many software engineering schools, whether through special projects or job internships, and you’ll get to work on genuine, intriguing problems that will allow you to flex your coding muscles and prove your worth in the job market. You’ll be forced to wonder what this means for society as technology advances at an almost impossible rate.

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The course’s combination of teaching approaches will allow you to build a variety of abilities through practical application, problem-solving activities, and teamwork, allowing you to adopt an active approach to learning and encouraging self-development. You learn through doing:
  • Lectures
  • Hands-on labs sessions and tutorials
  • Regular feedback
  • Teamwork and group-based learning
  • Practice-based applied learning
  • Self-study
  • Discussions

Fees & funding

Course fee per year: £9.535

The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.

If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.

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Study & Career progression

A software engineering degree equips you with technical IT abilities that can be applied to a variety of IT and web-based jobs ranging from application developer to web designer.

Jobs directly related to your degree include:

 

  • Applications developer
  • Cyber security analyst
  • Game developer
  • Information systems manager
  • IT consultant
  • Multimedia programmer
  • Web developer
  • Web designer
  • Software engineer

At the same time, you could also continue your studies, specialising in an area of interest or exploring something new.

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