Become an expert software engineer and take your coding and programming skills to the next level with a degree in Software Engineering, BSc (Hons). Study in the Silicon Fen, home to Apple, Microsoft, Samsung AI and many more – the perfect opportunity to connect with top employers. Engage with real-world projects through our Live Brief assessments, set and driven by local companies such as The Fellows House. Accredited by BCS and IET and a Cisco Network Academy for over ten years. If you're fascinated by coding and are looking to take your interest further, our BCS and IET accredited Software Engineering degree in Cambridge is for you.Learn techniques to identify, analyse and test IT solutions that industry needs and gain the edge on the competition with an optional placement year.You’ll get the chance to develop essential skills in popular and relevant programming languages including Java, PHP C#, C and .net framework supported by MySQL and MS SQL Server databases. You’ll also build up all of the skills and knowledge you need to create and implement innovative IT systems. Our Software Engineering degree has been designed with employers in mind, so you’ll be equipped with all the skills you need as a graduate.You’ll get the chance to stay ahead of the game as you apply new models, techniques and tools for implementing custom designed systems while delivering high standard software products for various platforms.As a student at ARU, you'll develop essential programming skills that are key to industry and learn to apply your new coding skills to a variety of programming languages. You'll also learn how to implement sophisticated, secure data systems and develop important skills in data handling techniques that are required by many employers.There are plenty of opportunities for practical work as you carry out individual and team tasks in the software development lifecycle, from analysis and design to implementation, testing and maintenance of a software system.Our BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree offers an optional placement year with a high-tech hub company in Cambridge, the region and beyond, where you can build up experience working in the industry, and make contacts to benefit your studies and enhance your long-term career prospects.