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Software Engineering, BSc (Hons), University of Portsmouth

the United Kingdom

University of Portsmouth

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About Software Engineering, BSc (Hons) - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

Create software that could help save lives – and even the planet.

Software powers society, from smartphone apps and laptops to healthcare systems and cyber security. This BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree will help you master the software development process, from inception to maintenance, so you can play an integral role in the future of society.

You'll develop systems across diverse infrastructure and build the confidence to discuss complex solutions to issues around software application, such as security considerations and how user lifestyles impact the evolution of software engineering.

Course highlights

  • Specialise in topics such as data science, AI, robotics, educational computing, graphics, and ethical hacking
  • Apply your skills through our work with charities and organisations such as Code Club, where you'll help 9-13-year-olds with their Scratch, HTML/CSS, and Python projects

  • Benefit from our Student Union clubs and societies, such as the IT Society, AI and Robotics Club and Gaming Society
  • Get the opportunity to study abroad at one of our international partner universities in Europe, South Asia or North America, boosting your global experience and employability skills

Careers and opportunities

100% of our graduates from this course are in work further study 15 months after graduation, with 100% of those in work in highly skilled roles. Which isn't surprising, given that 94% of tech employers believe there is an industry-wide skills shortage.

The current average salary of a graduate software engineer is £48,787 – over £20k more than a marketing graduate (£26,454), Paralegal (£22,803) or teaching assistant (£19,802).

Business Leader

Supply of computer science skills still isn’t meeting demand for ‘swelling tech sector’ (29 June 2021)

Graduate destinations

Our graduates have worked for companies such as:

  • IBM
  • Trainline
  • Office for National Statistics
  • Khipu Networks – cyber security specialists
  • General Dynamics – global aerospace and defence company

What jobs can you do with a software engineering degree?

Our graduates now work in roles including:

  • business developer
  • software engineer
  • cloud software engineer (DevOps)
  • IT support specialist
  • technical analyst
  • test analyst
  • android developer (self employed)

Other graduates have continued their studies at postgraduate level or set up successful businesses with help and support from the University.

Placement year (optional)

Taking an optional placement year will give you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role after graduation.

We'll give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement.

You could also choose to set up your own business, or take a voluntary placement. 

Potential roles

Previous students have taken placement roles such as:

  • business analyst
  • software developer
  • junior android developer
  • marketing technology specialist
  • business applications developer

Potential destinations

They've completed placements at organisations including:

  • BAE Systems
  • IBM
  • Radweb
  • Verint
  • ParkNow

Notes about fees for this course

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance

Entry requirements

112-120 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include a relevant subject.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

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