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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Headingley Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Headingley Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Headingley Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Headingley Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
6 Years
Software engineers are in high demand. Completing this degree with will give you the knowledge needed to work at the forefront of this exciting sector.As part of this course, you’ll:- Learn how to develop commercial quality software products, including desktop applications, multi-tier web-based applications, and mobile apps using engineering techniques- Be exposed to a number of different programming languages and environments across the full spectrum of development models- Explore database design and implementation, machine learning, and computer security issues in the context of software engineering- Study key and in-demand STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subject area themes, as outlined by the Government
Industry work placementFollowing your second year of study, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake an industry-based work placement. During your placement, you’ll gain real-life experience and develop hands-on software-engineering skills.
Software engineering focused deliveryThis course includes modules designed to help you develop the expertise required to become a software engineer, so you’ll be primed to join the workforce when you graduate.
Hands-on learningPractical experience will be at the heart of your learning. We have strong connections with industry, and you’ll have the option to do a placement year. Previous students have worked at NHS Digital, Sky and Rolls Royce. Developing real-life usable software products, team projects, and presentations, will help you link theory to industry practice.
Specialist facilitiesYou’ll have access to a range of resources. These will include a wide variety of software engineering tools, languages and environments. You’ll also be able to use our sandbox lab with full administrator rights, giving you the freedom to work on a range of technologies. This will enable you to develop advanced skills using a variety of tools and the possibility of learning systems development with Raspberry Pi and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Why study Software Engineering at Leeds Beckett University?Strong career prospects – the expertise and skills you’ll develop are in high-demand across industriesSpecialist facilities - use our sandbox lab to work on a range of technologiesOptional placement year in industry - gain real-life experience of software-engineeringGain practical expertise and knowledge – you’ll develop real-life usable software products, team projects and presentations to help you link theory to industry practice
Exam type
UCAS TariffUCAS Tariff:
120 Grades / Points required
A minimum of 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£16,000 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£16,000 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
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