General Entry Requirements

Other entry requirements apply to this programme these are: For direct entry into Level 3 (HE6) you will need either a FdSc or HND/Level 5 in a software engineering or Computing/programming related course. Students with non-traditional qualifications and/or relevant experience may be accepted onto the course after a successful interview.. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work.

Additional Criteria

• Students may be required to attend an interview, dependant on the nature and type of prior qualifications

Aims of the Programme

The principal aims of the programme are to:

• enhance students’ understanding of how different programming languages can act as tools to implement software designs.

• develop and enhance students’ education in Software Engineering with a focus on understanding and analysing problems, designing software solutions and managing implementation.

• apply appropriate software development methodologies to the design process

• equip students to adapt and learn new skills as the computer industry evolves throughout their careers.

• prepare students for success in employment or postgraduate study

• ensure students have access and exposure to the latest methodologies and development techniques.

Programme Structure

The BEng (Hons) Software Engineering Top-Up programme requires successful completion of 120 credits at Level HE6