BSc (Hons) Software Engineering with Foundation Year
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
Learn how to design software systems and applications for the digital revolution with a BCS-accredited Software Engineering Foundation Year degree.
Key highlights
- Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
- Learn to design software systems and applications
- Foundation year builds computing and maths skills before degree study
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
- UCAS tariff points: 64 — UCAS tariff points 64 UCAS Tariff points - Grade E in Maths or Computing/IT. 72 UCAS Tariff points - any subject/grade combination.
- UCAS tariff points: 72 — UCAS tariff points 64 UCAS Tariff points - Grade E in Maths or Computing/IT. 72 UCAS Tariff points - any subject/grade combination.
- BTEC: MPP — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
- T-level: Pass — T level Pass (D or E).
- International Baccalaureate: 26 — to include including Grade 4
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Software Engineer
- Software Developer
- Application Developer
- Web Developer
- Systems Analyst
- Software Tester
Cost of study
UK/Home: See latest UK/home undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding | International: See latest international undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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