University of Roehampton

BEng Software Engineering

University of Roehampton

Course overview

BEng Software Engineering from the University of Roehampton starts with a foundation year that equips students with essential mathematics, computing and study skills, before entering the three-year honours degree. During the degree years, students are taught software design, systems architecture, testing, databases and cybersecurity, through project-based work and team collaboration. Assessment includes a combination of coursework, group projects, examinations and a final year individual project. Additional modules may include professional skills, secure development and advanced topics in computing. Students have access to six specialist computing laboratories, including a cyber security lab, and all necessary software is made available for both campus and remote use. Roehampton may adjust curriculum elements over time, and the foundation route offers flexibility for students whose prior qualifications do not meet direct entry thresholds.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • Tariff: For entry into the foundation year: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)
  • A-level: D, D, E is acceptable for foundation entry
  • BTEC: Level 3 National Extended Diploma: MPP
  • T-Levels: University of Roehampton also accepts T Levels for its extended/foundation programmes

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS: Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds are typically required to score IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each band
  • Equivalent tests (such as TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic) may be accepted: for example, TOEFL 80 with minimum sectional scores.

Scholarships

  • 20% Tuition Fee Discount

    A 20% tuition fee discount for all alumni of the University.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Country Scholarships

    Country Scholarship A: This award is worth £2,500. Country Scholarship B: This award is worth £1,500 to each successful applicants who enrols.

  • Engineering and Technology Scholarship

    £3,000 for all overseas fee-paying students applying for one of the new Engineering and Technology Undergraduate courses.

    Up to £3,000

  • Esports Scholarships

    Up to 20 cash scholarships, worth £2,000 per year of your degree, are available to students who demonstrate aptitude in esports.

    Up to £2,000

  • International Excellence Scholarship - Postgraduate

    Scholarships value: £4000 scholarships (1 year); £2500 scholarships (1 year); £1000 scholarships (1 year).

  • International Excellence Scholarship - Undergraduate

    £4,000 scholarships (x3 years); £2,500 scholarships (x3 years); £1,000 scholarships (x3 years).

  • Roehampton Higher Technical Qualification (HNC/ HND) Scholarship

    The scholarships are worth £2000, paid for the length of your course.

    Up to £2,000

  • Roehampton Women in Esports Scholarship

    Up to four scholarships available to first year students starting in September, each worth up to £2,000 a year.

  • Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (Education)

    £2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,000

  • Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (General)

    £2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,000

  • Southlands College Teaching Scholarships

    £2,500 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,500

  • The London Methodist Bursary Fund

    £1,000 bursary payment are offered to students of the University of Roehampton.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of this degree may pursue a wide range of roles within the sector. Possible career paths include:

  • Software Engineer
  • Software Architect
  • DevOps Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Specialist
  • Data Engineer
  • Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer.

Cost of study

For international students, the annual tuition fee for the BEng Software Engineering at the University of Roehampton, including the foundation year, is £16,950. Please note that tuition fees are subject to annual review and increase.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.

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