Course Overview
Our BEng (Hons) Software Engineering degree enables you to forge your own path into specialisms and potential career options within various sectors.
Available as a full-time or part-time course, it is designed for aspiring software engineers who need the flexibility to balance their studies with work and other commitments.
Spanning up to six years, this programme provides a comprehensive education in software development, from foundational principles to advanced techniques in programming, system design and software project management.
Our BEng (Hons) Software Engineering course provides a platform for those who are new to the field. You may start out as programmers and work your way up to positions of greater responsibility, whether it’s as an architect or a project manager.
Why study this course?
- We will support you to explore the underlying principles of software engineering, while helping you gain knowledge and practical experience of the latest technologies.
- You will be encouraged to appreciate both the technical and human aspects involved in areas such as software systems and design, systems analysis, programming, database specification and design, and system security.
- In addition to technical knowledge, you will have opportunities to gain experience in communication and presentation, problem solving and time management.
- Our focus is on helping you develop industry-relevant skills that prepare you for a career in Software Engineering.
The demand for skilled and qualified software engineers is increasing. This is fostered by a transforming economic landscape, driven by the need for computing technology solutions.
BEng (Hons) Software Engineering is offered by University of Greater Manchester in partnership with RCL. Students can choose from flexible class schedules such as Weekday, allowing them to balance education with other commitments. The programme is offered in Full Time, Part Time study modes, ensuring accessibility for learners. It supports various academic pathways, including Bachelors levels, making it suitable for a wide range of students seeking professional or academic advancement. This course is available across key study locations including London. To help you navigate, direct Google Maps links are provided for each location.
Available Campuses for BEng (Hons) Software Engineering
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Holborn
2-10 Princeton St, London WC1R 4BH
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Fitzrovia
Regent Hill House, 153 Great Titchfield Street, London, W1W 5BD
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Wembley
Madison House, 24-28 London Road, Wembley. HA9 7EX
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Kingsbury
Masons House, 1-3 Valley Drive, London. NW9 9NG
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Southall
39-47 High Street, Southall, UB1 3HF
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English Language Requirement
Foundation Year
CET / IELTS
- Overall 5.0
- No less than 4.5 in any component
Duolingo
- Overall 85
- No less than 65 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 41
- No component below 37
Level 4 (Undergraduate)
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any component
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
HNC
CET / IELTS
- Overall 5.5
- Minimum 5.5 in Reading and Writing
- Minimum 5.0 in Speaking and Listening
Duolingo
- Overall 100
- Minimum 100 in Literacy, Comprehension and Production
- Minimum 85 in Conversation
Pearson Versant
- Overall 46
- No component below 41
- Minimum 46 in Reading and Writing
BEng
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any band
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
Postgraduate
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any band
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
Entry Requirements
Foundation Year
Standard Entry
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Minimum of 32 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications
- Level 3 Certificate/Diploma (Pass)
- UK ENIC (formerly UK NARIC) confirmed Level 3 equivalent
- 5 UK GCSEs at grades A*–C (or 9–4) including English and Maths (or equivalent)
Mature Applicant Route (Non-Standard Entry)
Applicants aged 21+ without formal Level 3 qualifications may be considered based on:
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
- Personal statement / interview (if required)
- Academic ISM (if applicable)
Undergraduate – Level 4
Standard Entry
- Level 3 Certificate/Diploma
- OR
- UK ENIC confirmed A Level equivalent
Non-Standard Entry
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Portfolio of Work
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
Postgraduate
Standard Entry
- Bachelor’s Honours Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
- Appropriate work experience evidenced on CV
Degree Not in Relevant Subject
- Bachelor’s Honours Degree
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
- Academic ISM
Non-Standard Entry
- Ordinary Degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject + minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- OR
- Minimum 5 years relevant work experience (without a degree)
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
- Non-Standard Panel Approval
- Academic ISM
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