Software Engineering BSc (Hons) at De Montfort University

Combine your analytical skills with creativity and study a blend of established theories and modern design techniques to become proficient in developing high-quality software applications. As a Software Engineering student at DMU, you will gain the technical expertise required to design and develop software integral to the devices and systems that shape our daily lives at home, work, and within our communities.

Faculty: Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media  |  Department: Computing  |  Duration: Three years full-time, four years with a placement  |  Study mode: full-time, optional placement year (sandwich)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Database Design and Implementation, Fundamental Concepts of Computer Science, Computer Programming, Operating Systems and Networks. Year 2: Object Oriented Design and Development, Data Structures and Algorithms, Web Application Development, Software Engineering Team Project. Year 3: Software Development: Methods and Standards, Mobile App Development and Big Data.

Career pathways

Our Software Engineering graduates have gone on to build successful careers in roles such as Business Intelligence Analyst, International Business Analyst, Software Application Developer, and Software Engineer. They have secured positions at leading companies including Lorien, MISCO, Oracle, the Royal Bank of Scotland, and Sainsbury’s.

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