BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

Bournemouth UniversityBournemouth University, Talbot Campus

Course overview

As we rely more on technology as a part of everyday life, there is an increasing demand for people with the skills to update, maintain and improve the software we depend on. This course gives you the skills to work in the fast-moving software industry.

Key highlights

Optional minimum 30-week industry placement year
Builds skills to update, maintain and improve software
Prepares you for work in the fast-moving software industry
Foundation year route available for those without standard entry qualifications

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — For September 2026 entry: 104-120 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BCC-BBB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
A-level: BCC-BBB — including a minimum of 2
BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
T-level: Merit — We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM) and T Levels (Merit).
UCAS tariff points: 48-72 — foundation year

Scholarships

BU Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)
£2,500 (tuition fee reduction) for the first year of your study (Level C, I or H).
Up to £2,500
BU Music Scholarships
Music scholars receive free music lessons and other benefits in kind, such as examination fees and assistance with buying music. This amounts to approximately £600 per year.
BU Sport Scholarship
£0 to £5,000 and/or sport science support.

Careers this course leads to

Software Engineer
Software Developer
Web Developer
Software Tester
Applications Developer
DevOps Engineer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £19,635

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 Bournemouth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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