The world today is interconnected than ever before with the combination of digital devices and the software systems that make them operational. The future calls for further interactions through latest phenomena such as the internet of things (IOT). Hence, the need for skilled Software Engineers in a multitude of specializations is on the rise. Our students are trained to meet these multifaceted software engineering needs. They learn programming skills, analytical skills, database design and development, mobile and enterprise application development, gaming software development, computer security and professional practice to name a few areas. The degree programme from UCLan is designed to equip students with technical, analytical and soft skills that are needed to build, operate and manage software systems successfully.
Progression Pathway For Completion Of The Degree
The degree is designed for four (4) years in total1, inclusive of the option of a work placement year. However, students who wish to complete the degree faster may do so in three (3) years, without going through a placement year. The work placement is usually 48 weeks long and offers 120 credits and will be noted in the transcript. The BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree requires 360 credits, hence, students will do well to utilize the work placement year to gain industry exposure and equip themselves with skills that will make them highly employable following graduation.
Programme Structure
- BSc (Hons) Software Engineering with Work Placement (4 Years)
- BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (3 Years)*
Year 1 (Level 4)
▪ The Computing Challenge
▪ Games Concepts
▪ Programming
▪ Introduction to Networking
▪ Computer Systems and Security
▪ Systems Analysis & Database Design
Year 2 (Level 5)
▪ Software Development
▪ Advanced Programming
▪ The Agile Professional
▪ Computational Thinking
▪ Cyber Security
▪ Cross Platform Development
Year 3 (Level 6)
▪ Advanced Software Engineering Techniques
▪ Object Oriented Methods in Computing
▪ Distributed Enterprise Systems
▪ Honours Degree Project (Double Project)
▪ One module fromt
▪ Wireless and Mobile Networks
▪ Data Science
There are possibilities to transfer to UCLan, Preston Campus in UK, after completing the 1st Year. *Subjected to completing 360 credits. Subjected to availability
