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Software Engineering at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS

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Leeds Beckett University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Course summary

Study the processes used to design, develop and test computer software. You’ll build the expertise to become a software engineer and solve real-world problems. Choose strong career prospects Software engineers are in high demand. Completing this degree with will give you the knowledge needed to work at the forefront of this exciting sector. As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Learn how to develop commercial quality software products, including desktop applications, multi-tier web-based applications, and mobile apps using engineering techniques
  • Be exposed to a number of different programming languages and environments across the full spectrum of development models
  • Explore database design and implementation, machine learning, and computer security issues in the context of software engineering
  • Study key and in-demand STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subject area themes, as outlined by the Government
Industry work placement Following your second year of study, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake an industry-based work placement. During your placement, you’ll gain real-life experience and develop hands-on software-engineering skills. Software engineering focused delivery This course includes modules designed to help you develop the expertise required to become a software engineer, so you’ll be primed to join the workforce when you graduate. Hands-on learning Practical experience will be at the heart of your learning. We have strong connections with industry, and you’ll have the option to do a placement year. Previous students have worked at NHS Digital, Sky and Rolls Royce. Developing real-life usable software products, team projects, and presentations, will help you link theory to industry practice. Specialist facilities You’ll have access to a range of resources. These will include a wide variety of software engineering tools, languages and environments. You’ll also be able to use our sandbox lab with full administrator rights, giving you the freedom to work on a range of technologies. This will enable you to develop advanced skills using a variety of tools and the possibility of learning systems development with Raspberry Pi and the Internet of Things (IoT). Why study Software Engineering at Leeds Beckett University? Strong career prospects – the expertise and skills you’ll develop are in high-demand across industries Specialist facilities - use our sandbox lab to work on a range of technologies Optional placement year in industry - gain real-life experience of software-engineering Gain practical expertise and knowledge – you’ll develop real-life usable software products, team projects and presentations to help you link theory to industry practice

Modules

Year 1 Core Modules:

  • Computing Systems
  • Fundamentals of Computer Science
  • Fundamentals of Computer Programming
  • Fundamentals of Databases
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Software Engineering Principles & Practices
Year 2 Core Modules:
  • Software Systems Development
  • Web-Application Technologies
  • Systems Programming
  • Applied Machine Learning
  • Team Project
In addition, choose from a list of Year 2 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list. Year 3 Core Modules:
  • Professional Software Engineering
  • Software Service Architectures
  • Production Project
In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.

How to apply

29Jan

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.

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Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

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We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

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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

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Software Engineering at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS