York St John University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Our experts have developed this programme to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed for you to pursue your dream career in software engineering and development. You will explore Software Engineering in a stimulating environment, where we value your personal innovation and technical expertise, as well as providing you with the opportunity to develop valuable industry connections. Working alongside our academics and industry experts you will collaborate on live projects, where you will develop entrepreneurial skills and create opportunities for your future career in computing. We believe in the importance of developing the skills to help you succeed in your chosen career path, which is why you will undertake a professional project allowing you to working in a live setting, working for an established company or undertaking a self-initiated entrepreneurial project. A Year in Industry option is also available for this programme, for those wishing for a more immersive experience of professional working environments. Back in the classroom, you will be taught by our specialists, all of whom are qualified to PhD level and are active within the industry. You will learn core programming, software engineering and system design skills, which can be applied to a range of industries including software development, business, games, education and other exciting, emerging fields which suit your specialist interest. We have invested in the development of three specialist computing labs to ensure that you have access to the best facilities to support your studies where you will have access to specialist equipment which is commonly used by software engineering professionals. This degree has been accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by BCS.
Modules
Modules may include: Level 1: Programming 1 Mathematics and Problem Solving Computer Systems Fundamentals Programming 2 Software Engineering Technology in Context Level 2: Programming 3 Databases and Networks Software Engineering: Design Patterns Mobile Application Development Professional Project Philosophies of Technology Level 3: Major Project Human Computer Interaction Internet of Things Cybercrime Security (optional) Advanced Web Development (optional) Data Visualisation (optional) iOS Game Development (optional) Software Solutions for Business (optional)
Assessment method
https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/computer-science/software-engineering-bsc-hons/
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- II10
- Institution code:
- Y75
- Campus name:
- York St John University
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
For Second Year entry, applicants must have completed the first year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 120 credits. For Third Year entry, applicants must have completed the first and second year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 240 credits. Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content. Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course. For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/. If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £14000 | Year 1 |
| International | £14000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For courses with an optional Placement Year, during the Placement Year your fees will be reduced to 15% of the annual fee value.
Provider information
York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk
York
YO31 7EX