Software Engineering BSc (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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**Study the processes used to design, develop and test computer software. You’ll build the expertise to become a software engineer and solve real-world problems.****Choose strong career prospects**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 ...Read more


Study the processes used to design, develop and test computer software. You’ll build the expertise to become a software engineer and solve real-world problems.


Choose strong career prospects

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 placement

Following 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 delivery

This 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 learning

Practical 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 facilities

You’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

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41/101
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72nd
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CUG Ranking
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75th

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120 Grades / Points required

A minimum of 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies

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£9,250 per year

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£16,000 per year

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£16,000 per year

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Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Beckett University , Leeds

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Leeds Beckett University
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