BSc Software Engineering with foundation year
Course overview
The BSc Software Engineering (with foundation year) at Nottingham Trent University gives students the chance to build a strong base and then study software engineering in depth. The foundation year covers basics like introductory mathematics, foundation engineering, practical and professional skills, and introductory programming. After that, students move into the main degree where they learn software design, development, security, systems, and project work. The course prepares students to design and build real software systems and work in technology fields. This is a four-year full-time programme. The first (foundation) year prepares students who do not yet meet normal entry criteria.
After the foundation year, students enter the BSc honours route. In later years, they study core software engineering modules like Software Design and Implementation, Information and Database Engineering, and Systems Software. Optional modules include Information Security, Cloud Computing, or Distributed Database Engineering. The course content is reviewed regularly to stay up-to-date with industry needs. Teaching is delivered through lectures, lab sessions, workshops, tutorials, and project work. Assessments include exams, coursework, lab reports, design tasks, and the final major project. The project usually occupies a large credit load in the final year and allows students to show their skills and creativity.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need to have 72 UCAS Tariff points from up to three A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
- GCSE Maths and English grade 4 / C are also required.
English Proficiency:
- Non-native English speakers must meet the English language requirements of IELTS 6.0 overall and no section below 5.5 (or equivalent).
Scholarships
Bangladesh High Achievers Award
We are pleased to offer up to £3,000 fee reduction to all high achieving Bangladeshi students.
Up to £3,000Chevening Scholarships
English Language Test Discount
You may be entitled to £200 towards the cost of an English Language Test.
Up to £200Nottingham Law School’s Professional Courses Scholarships
Nottingham Law School is delighted to offer a number of competitive professional courses scholarships that are worth up to half the value of your tuition fee.
NTU Excellence Scholarships
Undergraduate and Postgraduate - 50% or 25% off your first year tuition fees.
NTU International Merit Scholarships
International Merit Scholarships: £3,000
Up to £3,000NTU International Scholarships
International Scholarships : £2,000
Up to £2,000NTU Music Scholarship
We may award music tuition for a number of months, a full academic year, or up to the length of your course.
NTU Sanctuary Scholarship
Outstanding Achievement Award
The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for each year of study on your first course at the University (excluding any work placement year).
Up to £1,000Sibling Loyalty Reward
20% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 20% of feesSport Scholarships
Potential bursary or fee reduction.
Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship
Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship: £5,000
Up to £5,000Women in Computer Science
50% of tuition fee
Up to 50% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of BSc Software Engineering with a foundation year from Nottingham Trent University can work in many roles in tech and software. Possible job titles include:
- Software Developer
- Systems Engineer
- DevOps Engineer
- Security Engineer
- Cloud Engineer
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee to study BSc Software Engineering (with foundation year) at Nottingham Trent University for international students is £17,500. Students should also expect a maximum increase of 3% annually.
Admission
Applicants for the Nottingham Trent University BSc Software Engineering (with foundation year) course should apply through UCAS. If you need any assistance, you can reach out to one of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.
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