BSc Software Engineering
Course overview
This is a four-year university course about building software. It starts with a foundation year to teach students basic computer skills and ensure they are ready for the main degree. Students will learn how to design, create, test, and maintain software. This includes important steps like planning projects and checking quality so you can build good software on time and within budget.
Students will learn by doing, working on projects like real software teams. The course teaches students to write computer code, make safe apps for websites and phones, and manage big software projects. Students can also learn about topics like Artificial Intelligence and cybersecurity. The university has modern computer rooms and good connections with companies, giving students useful experience.
Entry requirements
You need to send a letter about why you want to study the course and other details about your studies. You also need a letter of recommendation from a teacher or your employer. You can also send your work history (CV) if you have any work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- For the Foundation Year, students need to have passed their 12th-grade exams. The university looks at each application carefully, including other qualifications you have, like A levels or BTECs.
- The Foundation Year is good for students who don't quite meet the grades to go straight into the main degree, but are willing to learn, or need to refresh their skills.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your main language, you need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section scoring below 5.5.
- Alternatively, you can provide scores from other accepted tests, such as TOEFL (at least 72) or PTE Academic (at least 50).
Scholarships
BNU Asylum Seeker Scholarship
BNU Refugee Scholarship
Vice Chancellor’s International Student Scholarship
One off fee reduction of £1,500, £3,000 or £5,000 available to all applicants paying overseas fees on their first year of study.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Software Engineering programme can pursue different rewarding careers in the technology sector. Career paths include:
- Software Developer
- Web Developer
- Data Scientist
- Applications Developer
- Cyber Security Analyst
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the BSc Software Engineering with Foundation Year is £15,150 each year.
Admission
Prospective students can apply for this course directly through the Buckinghamshire New University online application form. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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