Software Engineering BSc (Hons) at Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom, Nottingham

University Rank:#609

International students can study the Software Engineering BSc (Hons) at Nottingham Trent University on the Clifton Campus campus in Nottingham, United Kingdom. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 3 year(s) and is offered at the Clifton Campus campus.

About Software Engineering BSc (Hons)

Introduction:

Software is critical to the industry. It can save lives, improve performance and help us predict future events. We’ll give you the skills and the knowledge to create high-quality software with plenty of opportunities to access our industry-standard facilities to test it.

And that's what employers expect to see from you. Someone who is confident, work-ready and already has the software skills needed.

There continues to be a steady demand from industry and commerce for well-qualified software engineers. In fact, according to eSkills UK, there will be a shortage in the next ten years.

This software engineering degree seeks to meet that need by producing graduates with the precise combination of skills required to design and develop robust, efficient, high-quality software.

Why choose this course?

It is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT to Chartered Engineer (CEng) and IT Professional (CITP) status.
There's an opportunity for a year-long paid work placement with prestigious companies such as GE Consumer Finance and IBM.
You will have access to contact and share ideas with other computer games students throughout the country through our own Computer Society.
This course shares a common first year with BSc (Hons) Computer Science and BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Games Technology) allowing you the flexibility to review your pathway once you've started studying.
You will have access to ultra-modern facilities, equipment and software.
Our student work can be ground-breaking, and innovative and consistently attracts industry attention.

What our students say

Nottingham Trent University is an amazing place to study, combining quality learning and a degree at the end with a brilliant social life and excellent sporting facilities.

Simon Gilmurray
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

100% of BSc (Hons) Software Engineering SW students were positive about the academic support on their course (National Student Survey 2024).

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Software Engineering BSc (Hons) at Nottingham Trent University

Entry Requirements

120 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications including an A-level equivalent IT, Maths or Science subject grade C

International qualifications

We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here:

Entry requirements by country

Undergraduate preparation courses (Foundation)

If you don’t yet meet our entry requirements, we offer Foundation courses through our partner Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC), based on our City Campus:

Foundation courses leading to undergraduate study at NTU

English language entry requirements

You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:

Advanced standing (starting your undergraduate degree in year 2 or 3)

You may be able to start your undergraduate course in year 2 or 3 based on what you have studied before. This decision would be made in accordance with our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy.

Would you like some advice on your study plans?

Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.

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English Program Requirements

Career Opportunities after Completing Software Engineering BSc (Hons)

Careers and employability

Your career development

The demand from industry and commerce for suitably qualified software engineers continues to show a healthy expansion. Our recent graduates have secured roles at companies including:

American Express
Experian
Asda Stores Ltd
Jaguar Land Rover
Nottingham City Council

They have gone into a wide variety of job roles including:

Software Developer
Business Analyst
Software Engineer
Product Consultant
Graduate Cloud Engineer
Software Analyst

Many graduates also choose to undertake further study on one of our Masters-level courses or MPhil and PhD research degrees.

What our graduates say

Programming was a hobby for me and I wanted to learn more about it. When I checked the course it offered me the knowledge I was seeking along with professional recognition as a bonus.
The course helped me build knowledge and confidence, and by my final year I was ready to undertake my major project on an MPEG-4 Editor. It became a prize-winning project, and hearing this news was definitely one of the most enjoyable and rewarding moments of my study.

Graduate – Victoria Penrice
Software Engineer – TBS Mobility

Excellent placement opportunities

Placements

NTU is one of the most employment-focused universities. Increasingly, employers want to recruit graduates who have real-world work experience. That’s why all of our courses, across every subject area, offer you a work experience opportunity. Our experts help build and support your future with a range of career programmes and events.

On this course, after your second year, you will have the opportunity to take a year's work placement (sandwich placement). This will give you the chance to gain vital experience and put your knowledge into practice. You're also twice as likely to secure a graduate job within six months if you take a work placement.

Our recent students have taken placements across a wide range of companies including Jacobs, Siemens, Dyson and Lexis Nexis. They secured varied roles such as PHP Developer, Research and Design Developer and Software Engineer.

You'll be supported and assessed throughout your placement year and will write a reflective report and diary at the end of your placement. When you successfully complete your placement, you will be eligible to receive an additional award of a Diploma in Professional Practice.

Find out more about work placements.

NTU Enterprise

You'll also have the opportunity to turn your ideas into a viable business with help from NTU Enterprise, NTU's purpose-built Centre for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, a support centre to help students create, develop and grow their own businesses.

Tuition and Fee Information for Software Engineering BSc (Hons) at Nottingham Trent University

Software Engineering BSc (Hons) at Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom, Nottingham