BSc (Hons) Software Engineering at Edge Hill University

Programme overview

Discover how to design, develop and build systems that help businesses overcome issues and technological problems. Expand your technical expertise in computer networking, system development, databases and mobile. Prepare for a rewarding career as a software engineer.

What you will study

We’ll cover the fundamentals of software engineering in Year 1. These foundations of computer science will help you understand underpinning mathematical algorithms, web design and development. You’ll also learn how to analyse and construct software systems that modern computer architecture depends on. Compulsory modules include Accessible Web Design and Development; Foundations of Computer Science; Professional Practice 1; Programming 1; Programming 2; Database Systems; Introduction to Security; Object-Orientated Programming; Professional Practice II; Software Development Tools and Testing.

Career pathways

Software engineering is one of the most popular professions in IT. Those who graduate with a BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree from Edge Hill typically work in computer manufacturers or software houses to improve computer efficiency at the initial design stage.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Example offer: BCC-BBC (A Level) or DMM (BTEC)104-112 UCAS Tariff points. Typical offer 104-112 UCAS Tariff points, for which no specific subjects are required, plus GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent). Please note, for all programmes in the Department of Computer Science, a level 2 numeracy qualification is not considered as equivalent to GCSE Grade C or Grade 4 in Mathematics. BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications) Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM). International Baccalaureate (IB) We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. Access to Higher Education Diploma 45 credits at Level 3, for example 9 credits at Distinction and 36 credits at Merit or 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations. Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK Full-Time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 14,500 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/course/software-engineering/

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