Software Engineering (Top-up) BEng (Hons)
London Metropolitan University
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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**Why study this course?**If you have a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) or a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a computing-based subject or equivalent, this internationally recognised qualification gives you a chance to top-up to a degree. Giving you key skills in building software with the latest theoretical understanding, complete with full coverage of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Certificate in Software Testing syllabus, this career-focused ...Read more


Why study this course?

If you have a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) or a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a computing-based subject or equivalent, this internationally recognised qualification gives you a chance to top-up to a degree. Giving you key skills in building software with the latest theoretical understanding, complete with full coverage of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Certificate in Software Testing syllabus, this career-focused degree is designed to help you succeed in the workplace.


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This course will provide you with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills in software development and maintenance. You’ll work with the most up-to-date technologies and study the latest industry practices to prepare you for a career in the field.On this course, you’ll study application development and software engineering and undertake a related project of your choosing. You’ll also have the option to specialise in subjects that interest you, such as artificial intelligence, digital crime or ethical hacking.There’ll also be the option to undertake a work placement to further boost your CV and expose you to the industry.


What our students say

"I really enjoyed learning about new software and new skill sets that could help me in the future." -National Student Survey

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WUSCA ranking:
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73/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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114th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
127th
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Chiemela
20 Feb 23

What makes it such a great place to study is my lecturers are really supportive and quick to help me when I have challenges. One thing that could be improved is the consistency of..Read more

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Mohammed Suhail
18 Feb 23

Amazing Lecture panels Friendly Staff members Helpful..Read more

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£19,500 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£19,500 per year

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Students from EU

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£19,500 per year

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£19500 Per year

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Chiemela
20 Feb 23
Software Engineering (Top-up) BEng (Hons)
What makes it such a great place to study is my lecturers are really supportive and quick to help me when I have challenges. One thing that could be improved is the consistency of...
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Mohammed Suhail
18 Feb 23
Software Engineering (Top-up) BEng (Hons)
Amazing Lecture panels Friendly Staff members Helpful...
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London Metropolitan University
London Metropolitan University , City of London

London Met is a forward-thinking university with a mission to transform lives though the power of education....

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London Metropolitan University
166-220 Holloway Road Islington N7 8DB United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Holloway Road  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Highbury and Islington  0.3 miles away
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