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Software Development degrees in North West England

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Lancaster University

4 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 24th
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WUSCA ranking: 74th
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Best aspects: The university provides a supportive learning environment with helpful lecturers and good academic resources. The campus is generally welcoming, and there are plenty of opportunities to develop skills both academically and personally. Worst aspects / Improvements: One issue that needs improvement is the heating and hot water system, as it does not always work properly. At times, students only have access to cold water, which can be uncomfortable and difficult, especially for students who are sensitive or have health issues related to cold temperatures. Ensuring reliable heating and hot water would greatly improve student comfort and wellbeing.

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Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • Digital Systems
  • Fundamentals of Computer Science
  • Professionalism in Practice
  • Software Development
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Year 1
  • Digital Systems
  • Fundamentals of Computer Science
  • Professionalism in Practice
  • Software Development
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Liverpool John Moores University

2 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 84th
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WUSCA ranking: 7th
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Good student life, city is easy to navigate Resources for help could be better advertised More mock exams should be made available and more instructions on how to structure exam questions/what is needed to get a first More knowledge on how many marks needed for certain grades could be made more known

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Software Engineering
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Level 4
  • Computer Systems
  • Data Modelling
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Introduction to Web Development
  • Professional Practice
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Software Engineering with Foundation Year
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Level 3
  • Algorithms and Computing
  • Applied Computing
  • Creative Computing
  • Foundation Mathematics for Engineering and Technology 1
  • Information Systems Development
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UCEN Manchester

1 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
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I have no bad things to say about university they have been amazing. I know that sounds unrealistic but honestly the university has been amazing to me from the kitchen staff the receptionists and the teachers also my peers. I am enjoying my time here. They are making my learning experience amazing. My lecturers have offered and are helping me achieve my academic goals. The library has a wide range of books and the staff are friendly and very welcoming if a book is not available they will find it for you. The university has given a drive I haven’t had in a long time that I can complete the degree to the best of my abilities and also continue to pursue my goals within my own life. I now feel inspired to pursue a career in teaching something I have never considered before I am loving my experience so far and would recommend anyone to give it a go

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Liverpool Hope University

8 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 95th
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WUSCA ranking: 47th
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The best aspect of the uni experience would be the campus. There are many things to do here, as long as you actually head over to the Hope Park campus. I didn’t do this for the first two years but did in the final year and it was life changing!

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Software Engineering - BEng
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Year 1
  • Database
  • Introduction to data structures and formal algorithms using Java
  • Introduction to software source control management systems
  • Introduction to web development
  • Mathematics for computing
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Software Engineering (with Year in Industry)
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Year 1
  • Database
  • Introduction to data structures and formal algorithms using Java
  • Introduction to software source control management systems
  • Introduction to web development
  • Mathematics for computing
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Manchester Metropolitan University

4 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 58th
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WUSCA ranking: 4th
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The best aspects are the student union and the facilities available. I think it could be improved if we had more books generally available at the library without requiring click and collect, since right now the library feels like a study space but not a real library.

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Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • Computer Architecture
  • Databases
  • Graduate Skills
  • Mathematics for Computing
  • Programming
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Computer Animation and Visual Effects
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Year 1
  • 3D FUNDAMENTALS
  • COMPOSITING FUNDAMENTALS
  • FX FUNDAMENTALS
  • GRADUATE SKILLS
  • PRODUCTION FOR VFX
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University of Lancashire

2 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 97th
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Best experience is the facilities, and the student centre. Worst experience? I have two: the accommodation office and the actual course. During summer break, I am having a lot of problems trying to find somewhere to stay until September 6th, and they have offered me an extension in the same building where I currently am - on the top floor, and I am disabled, which they know. They five hundred quid for me to stay there for just six weeks - disgusting. Second - the course. I was really enjoying it until the summer placement (Bone Boot Camp). The mornings were fine, as we were talking about the skeleton - I want to go into bioarchaeology and osteoarchaeology when - or if - I graduate. There were too much emphasis on social media, or a 'Social Media Takeover' as it's called. ! And I thought archaeology and anthropology were sciences, not to be taken lightly, but this makes it seem like a joke, and a bad one, at that. It's clear this course is engineered to appeal to much younger students, and not someone nearly 50, as I am. I am good with technology, but I don't think social media should be part of this course, or career. If I wanted to be an influencer, I would be putting dumb videos on YouTube or TikTok. I just can't take it seriously anymore, and all this stress of what's happening right now? I am really thinking about dropping out, because it's not worth the aggravation. I gave up my home, and my job to do this, and it was obviously a sacrifice that I shouldn't have made. UCLAN is great if you're under 35. If not, you're screwed

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Year 1
  • CO1111:The Computing Challenge
  • CO1409:Programming
  • CO1507:Introduction to Networking
  • CO1508:Computer Systems and Security
  • CO1605:Systems Analysis and Database Design
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Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • CO1111:The Computing Challenge
  • CO1409:Programming
  • CO1507:Introduction to Networking
  • CO1508:Computer Systems and Security
  • CO1605:Systems Analysis and Database Design
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Edge Hill University

2 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 53rd
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WUSCA ranking: 58th
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The commute links are very convenient as someone who has to travel from peripheries of Manchester .St James campus is very arranged and plentiful spaces and resources for students like myself however I must say there isn’t much of a social aspect example societies or events going on I believe due to it not being Edge Hills main campus However since my course is placement based when we do arrive to campus we naturally socialise and she one another’s experiences .Overall Univeristy social aspect is amazing considering lots of places to go since on Oxford Road Would be nice to have some events or even go to Main campus as a whole

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Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • CIS1700 Foundations of Computer Science
  • CIS1701 Computer Systems Architecture and Networks
  • CIS1702 Programming 1
  • CIS1703 Programming 2
  • CIS1704 Professional Practice 1
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University of Chester

3 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 81st
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WUSCA ranking: 3th
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I think the support is great. The course is good however I personally do not enjoy the lectures in third year. I feel the atmosphere is great and the library is a lovely place to study. My only complaint is that parking is quite limited as you have to arrive 1-2hours before just make sure you have time to find a space.

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University of Salford

4 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 87th
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WUSCA ranking: 35th
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This is an amazing place to study, support is out of this world!!! the student life is incredible, the uni bar is well priced and has many incredible activities during the week. I have never felt so supported with my education. the uni also offers great mental health support and ample living situations.

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Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • Computer System Internals and Linux
  • Database Systems
  • Professional Development and Practices
  • Programming 1
  • Programming 2
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Futureworks

1 software-development courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
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It's a good place for study, but it doesn't have the "uni life" aspects of it so don't expect that. It has good support for student and free counselling. You'll get a more hands on tutoring in smaller classes and it can be really fun. Some of the newer tutors right now are bringing the experience for me down a bit but hopefully that will be improved.

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Art of VFX and Virtual Production - BA (Hons)
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