Bournemouth University - BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (with Foundation Year option)

Bournemouth University

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (with Foundation Year option)

As we become more reliant on technology in our daily lives, there is a growing demand for people who can update, maintain, and improve the software on which we rely. This course prepares you to work in the fast-paced software industry. Learn how to apply your creativity and problem-solving skills to software development principles to create innovative solutions to real-world problems.
Investigate how to design software systems so that they can be easily maintained and evaluated to ensure that they meet the needs of users and organizations.
In addition to core computing skills, you will gain experience developing technical systems using a variety of programming languages and frameworks.
If you choose to do a placement, you will gain valuable work experience.

Career opportunities are diverse and can include roles such as computer programmer, web developer, software engineer, IT solution analyst, or app developer - our graduates are in high demand; 93% of our students are in further study or work within fifteen months of completing their course.

Course accreditation

Accreditation by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) provides an indicator of quality and can help you work towards Chartered IT Professional status. You’ll have the chance to complete Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification courses during your degree.

Entry Requirements

  • 104-120 UCAS tariff points including 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.

  • GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills, and Functional Skills, and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.

  • 102–118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, And Pass grades.

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Career Prospects

Bournemouth University is well-known for the relevance of its courses and the success of its graduates. Students who complete this course will have excellent career opportunities in the software industry. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in software technology consulting and software architecture.

  • App Designer
  • Configuration specialist
  • Developer/support adviser
  • IT solution analyst
  • Software developer.

Course Details

Foundation Year

Core Units:
Academic Study Skills for Engineering and Technology
Introduction to Computers
Mathematics for Engineering and Technology
Introduction to Information Systems Analytics
Introduction to Programming
Foundation Year Engineering and Technology Project

Year 1

Core units:
Computer Fundamentals
Data Management
Mathematics for Computing
Programming
Introduction to Reliable Computing Systems
Elective unit:
Computing and Society

Year 2

Core units:
Machine Learning
Software Engineering
System Analysis and Design
Technological Innovations in Computing
Data Structures and Algorithms
Elective unit:
Software Business

Final Year

Core units:
Systems Development
Software Quality Assurance
Individual Project
Option units
Deep Learning and Applications
Data Visualisation and Storytelling
Digital Innovation and Transformation
Internet and Wide Area Networks
Digital Futures

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