Software Developer (HTQ) - FdSc
Buckinghamshire New University
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Buckinghamshire New University

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This two-year course focuses on training real-world skills, to an industry-agreed standard. This means you can graduate with the exact skillset that some of the biggest companies in the country are looking for.The world runs on computers. Almost all businesses and organisations rely on complex computer-based systems for their day-to-day operation. There is an ever-increasing demand for people with the skills to update, maintain and enhance software. This programme has been carefully designed by ...Read more

This two-year course focuses on training real-world skills, to an industry-agreed standard. This means you can graduate with the exact skillset that some of the biggest companies in the country are looking for.The world runs on computers. Almost all businesses and organisations rely on complex computer-based systems for their day-to-day operation. There is an ever-increasing demand for people with the skills to update, maintain and enhance software. This programme has been carefully designed by our industry expert academics, based on standards set by professional bodies, to provide you with the skills and abilities needed to thrive in the fast-moving software industry.FdSc HTQ Software Developer offers you the opportunity to get a broader understanding and expertise in a range of areas, from management and costing to project delivery. Gaining a solid grounding in these skills is crucial in ensuring that you graduate as a well-rounded and efficient software developer.

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WUSCA ranking:
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17/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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110th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
106th
What students say
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Destiny
07 Jan 25

Buckinghamshire New University is a great place to study for me and for everyone due to it's academic excellence, World Class facilities, it's Teaching techniques and many more...Read more

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Jekaterina
19 Dec 24

There are alsways someone who is ready to help. The worst experience was only when I knew one timetable, but they just change it and haven’t got time to notify me, but this was..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£15,150 per year

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£15,150 per year

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Destiny
07 Jan 25
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Buckinghamshire New University is a great place to study for me and for everyone due to it's academic excellence, World Class facilities, it's Teaching techniques and many more....
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Jekaterina
19 Dec 24
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There are alsways someone who is ready to help. The worst experience was only when I knew one timetable, but they just change it and haven’t got time to notify me, but this was...
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Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP11 2JZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: High Wycombe  0.2 miles away

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