Software Engineering (with Foundation Year option) BSc (Hons)

Why study BSc (Hons) Software Engineering at BU?

  • Use your creativity and problem-solving skills and learn how to apply them to software development principles to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems
  • Explore how to design software systems so they can be easily maintained and evaluated to ensure they match user and organisational requirements
  • In addition to core computing skills, you’ll gain experience of using a variety of programming languages and frameworks to develop technical systems
  • You'll gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one
  • Career opportunities are broad and can include roles such as computer programmer, web developer, software engineer, IT solution analyst or app developer - our graduates are highly sought after, within fifteen months of completing their course, 93% of our students are in further study or work.

Course accreditation

Accreditation by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) provides an indicator of quality and can help you work towards Chartered IT Professional status. You’ll have the chance to complete Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification courses during your degree.

BSc (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
3 years Duration
G603/G602 UCAS Code

Entry Requirements For This Course

For September 2024 and September 2025 entry: 104-120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. T-Level: Merit (120 UCAS tariff points).

For more information check out our full entry requirements.

Required subjects: All subjects considered.

Foundation Year entry requirements for September 2024 and September 2025 entry: 48 - 72 UCAS tariff points.

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