BSc Software Engineering
About this course
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering, a software engineering degree focused on the creation and maintenance of application systems. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The curriculum is available with an optional foundation year or a professional industry placement year. The first year covers core fundamentals through modules such as Problem Solving though Programming, Introduction to Networks and Security, Data Structures, Algorithms and Mathematics, and Introduction to Databases. The second year expands into specialized domains via Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Web Application Development, Advanced Database Systems, and Research Methods Project. The final year involves advanced practice supported by Dissertation Project, DevOps, and Industrial Consulting Project. Optional modules in the final year allow students to study Immersive Technologies, Advanced Mobile Development and 3D, Data Science, and Machine Learning.
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Entry requirements
104-120 UCAS tariff points A-levels in a relevant subject, or a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D*, a T-Level Merit, or equivalent , which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points. Qualifications equivalent to the above may also be considered. A BTEC Subsidiary Diploma will be considered in conjunction with other qualifications. Direct entry to second year may be offered to holders of an HND or HNC in an appropriate subject. For further information about UK qualifications, please contact admissions.
What students say
Based on about 21 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 80%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 205 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 12%
- South East: 62%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Problem Solving though Programming
- Introduction to Networks and Security
- Data Structures, Algorithms and Mathematics
- Introduction to Databases
- Software Testing and Reliability Engineering
- Web Technologies
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Web Application Development
- Advanced Database Systems
- Research Methods Project
- Object Oriented Design and Development
- Mobile Application Development
- Dissertation Project
- DevOps
- Industrial Consulting Project
- Immersive Technologies
- Advanced Mobile Development and 3D
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Software Engineering at Solent University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £38,500. The £30,500 median after five years is £5,500 less than the UK median for Software engineering.
What do graduates of BSc Software Engineering at Solent University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Software Engineering at Solent University?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Software Engineering at Solent University?
The average entrant had 89 UCAS points.
Is BSc Software Engineering at Solent University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Does BSc Software Engineering at Solent University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Software Engineering at Solent University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.