BEng (Hons) Software Engineering

at Ulster University

• The BEng (Hons) Software Engineering programme enables students with theoretical concepts and practical applications of programming and software development using modern programming languages and tools.
• Students will acquire essential skills for employment in the software industry or commercial IT departments, specialising in the analysis and implementation of the engineering process and advanced software engineering techniques.
• Develop proficiency in programming languages like Python and Java while exploring topics such as Information Infrastructures, Professional Skills, Software Quality, Physical Computing, and Web Development.
• Engaging lessons by academic professionals who bring extensive industry expertise and research experience to the classroom.

Modules

Here is a guide to the subjects studied on this course.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list

Year one

• Object Oriented Programming

• Introduction to Databases

• Client Side Development

• Introduction to Physical Computing

• Problem Solving for Computing

• Innovation and Society

Year two

• Computer Networking

• Software Testing

• Systems Security

• Server Side Development

• Software Product and Process Management

• Algorithms & Data Structures

Year three

• International Academic Studies

• Professional Practice - Computing (Optional)

Year four

• Full-Stack Strategies and Development

• Software Quality and Engineering Management

• Computing Project

• Cloud Native Development

• Enterprise Networks (Optional)

• Edge and Embedded Intelligence

• For students who have completed Indian Standard XII from Central Boards or State Boards, an overall percentage of 60% is required, including at least 60% in a minimum of 5 subjects
• Students whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency through recognised tests like IELTS (minimum of 6.0 with no subscore below 5.5) 
• Indian standard XII - minimum 70% score in English for CBSE, ICSE, SSC curriculum.

The fees for the BEng (Hons) Software Engineering are £ 16,320/Yr. They are competitively priced for international students. Explore detailed fee structures and potential financing options to make informed decisions about your career.

An overwhelming majority of students from Ulster University, amounting to 94 percent, secure employment or continue their educational journey within six months after completing their degrees.