BEng Software Engineering at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Learn to how to become a software engineer as you develop reliable, complex and secure software systems. From mobile banking apps to aircraft autopilot controls, you’ll learn how to analyse software needs, then design, test and build a system that meets them. On this BEng Software Engineering degree you'll combine hands-on software development with a core knowledge of software engineering.

What you will study

You'll take compulsory modules in the first 2 years. In the third year you'll complete an individual project and choose from a range of optional modules. Our flexible learning programme lets you choose interdisciplinary modules or modules from other programmes.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including information and communication, manufacturing, education, finance and insurance, public administration and defence, scientific and technical. Careers directly related to the course include software engineer, software developer, technology analyst, internet services developer, applications developer, web designer, game developer, UX engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: AAB including mathematics (minimum grade A). IB: Pass, with 34 points overall, with 17 points required at Higher Level including 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) or 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation). Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C). IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 33,000 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/how-to-apply/undergraduate-applications.page

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