Study a software engineering degree with us and youll build the essential skills you need to work with software systems – opening the door to a range of career opportunities. Youll cover all aspects of the software engineering process, with a focus on the methodical approach to robust, error-free software design and development. In your first year, youll start with the core principles of computer architecture, databases, web design and programming. Youll then begin to specialise, with areas of study like software design and development processes, full-stack web development and advanced programming. As you progress, youll develop knowledge of cloud computing, full-stack web development, software testing, as well as advanced development skills in a range of programming languages. Youll also tackle team-based projects and a large-scale software project in your final year. This will help you to build vital project management skills, as well as giving you a sound understanding of the role of software development tools within the software life cycle. Our BSc (Hons) Software Engineering, BSc (Hons) Computer Science and BSc (Hons) Applied Computing degrees share a common first year, allowing you to switch between these courses at the end of your first year.

Career prospects

Our BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree will prepare you for a wide range of careers in a fast-growing industry. Job roles include software developer, web designer and developer, database developer, software tester, systems analyst and architect, as well as roles managing technology to support a range of public and private sector organisations.

In addition, the skills you learn on this degree are highly valued by a range of employers and opportunities may exist in areas such as project management, e-commerce, education and many more.

Manchester is a major hub for the digital technology industry. The close proximity of MediaCityUK and a large number of both established companies and innovative tech start-ups means that the opportunities for technological collaboration are huge. Situated in the ‘Oxford Road Corridor innovation district of Manchester, the University and the Department of Computing and Mathematics are perfectly placed to work with key players in the digital technology and new media sectors, making it the perfect destination for your studies and beyond.