BSc(Hons) Software Engineering

The BSc(Hons) Software Engineering course at De Montfort University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of software engineering. Students will learn how to design, develop, test, and maintain software systems using industry-standard tools and technologies. The course covers a range of topics including computer architecture, algorithms, data structures, software design patterns, and software testing. In addition, students will gain practical experience through project work and internships, preparing them for a career in the software industry. Our teaching staff consists of experienced professionals with a wealth of knowledge in the field, ensuring that students receive the best possible education.

Additional Information

The course is designed to meet the needs of both UK and international students, with a range of entry routes available including A-levels, BTECs, and foundation degrees. Students can also choose to study part-time or through distance learning. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for IT, giving students the opportunity to become chartered professionals upon graduation.

Discover your potential at De Montfort University, the top choice for software engineering education in the UK.

De Montfort University is a leading institution for software engineering education, with a strong reputation for producing highly skilled and knowledgeable graduates. The university's location in the heart of Leicester provides easy access to a thriving tech industry, offering students numerous opportunities for work experience and networking. Our state-of-the-art facilities and expert teaching staff ensure that students receive the best possible learning experience.

As a Software Engineering student at DMU, you will develop the technical skills needed to design and build software that is used in everyday devices and systems across our homes, workplaces and communities.

This course is a specialist pathway within Computer Science sharing similar subjects for the first two years of study. Final year study includes a distinctive focus on building software across different platforms including contemporary mobile devices and embedded systems.

You will also learn about the structure of organisations, gaining insight into the commercial context in which systems are commissioned and deployed, as well as covering important professional issues surrounding computer ethics, law, and security.

• A typical offer is 112 UCAS points from at least two A-levels or equivalent or

• BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma at DMM

Plus five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics or equivalent.

Alternative qualifications include:

• Pass in the QAA accredited Access to HE. English and Mathematics GCSE required as a separate qualification as equivalency is not accepted within the Access qualification.

We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course

• International Baccalaureate: 26+ points

• Foundation Year in Computing: Pass Foundation, and progression is at the discretion of the programme leader. Refer to the Foundation team for further guidance. 

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.