BSc Software Engineering
Course overview
The BSc Software Engineering at the University of Bedfordshire is a full-time course accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), providing graduates with the Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status. It is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to design, develop, and deploy large-scale software systems.
Students will study core modules, including Fundamentals of Software Engineering, Databases and Computer Networks, Programming and Data Structures, Web Technologies, Mobile and Desktop Application Development, Agile Project Management, and Software for Enterprise. They will also learn to analyse problems, model solutions, test systems, and apply professional software engineering practices.
For this course, the University of Bedfordshire provides a modern STEM building with computer networking suites, games and graphics studios, high-spec IT security labs, and access to cloud-based industry tools. Teaching and learning combine traditional lectures and hands-on sessions, supported by group and individual projects. Students receive feedback through coursework, portfolios, presentations, software artifacts, and exams.
Entry requirements
These are the typical entry requirements to study the BSc Software Engineering at the University of Bedfordshire:
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants must have at least a BBC in three A levels from relevant subject areas.
- A minimum of 112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, such as BTEC Diploma/Extended Diploma in relevant subjects.
English Proficiency:
- International applicants are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. To do this, they must possess an IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each of the four components.
Scholarships
A level and IB Scholarship for International Students
Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship
Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship
Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000International Foundation Year Scholarship
Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships
Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Software Engineering from the University of Bedfordshire can work in roles such as the following:
- Software Engineer
- Web Developer
- Systems Analyst
- Mobile Application Developer
- IT Project Manager
Cost of study
The tuition fee to study BSc Software Engineering at the University of Bedfordshire is £16,800 per year of study.
Admission
Applications for this course typically go through the university’s website or the UCAS platform. For more information on the application process, our experienced counselors are available to assist.
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