**Overview** Create software that could help save lives – and even the planet. Software powers society, from smartphone apps and laptops to healthcare systems and cyber security. This BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree will help you master the software development process, from inception to maintenance, so you can play an integral role in the future of society. You'll develop systems across diverse infrastructure and build the confidence to discuss complex solutions to issues around software application, such as security considerations and how user lifestyles impact the evolution of software engineering. **Course highlights** * Specialise in topics such as data science, AI, robotics, educational computing, graphics, and ethical hacking * Apply your skills through our work with charities and organisations such as Code Club, where you'll help 9-13-year-olds with their Scratch, HTML/CSS, and Python projects * Benefit from our Student Union clubs and societies, such as the IT Society, AI and Robotics Club and Gaming Society * Get the opportunity to study abroad at one of our international partner universities in Europe, South Asia or North America, boosting your global experience and employability skills **Careers and opportunities** 100% of our graduates from this course are in work further study 15 months after graduation, with 100% of those in work in highly skilled roles (HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey conducted in 2019). Our graduates have worked for companies such as: * IBM * Trainline * Office for National Statistics * Khipu Networks – cyber security specialists * General Dynamics – global aerospace and defence company Our graduates now work in roles including: * business developer * software engineer * cloud software engineer (DevOps) * IT support specialist * technical analyst * test analyst * android developer (self employed) Other graduates have continued their studies at postgraduate level or set up successful businesses with help and support from the University. Get experience while you study with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities and work experience. Towards the end of your degree and after graduation, you'll get 1-to-1 support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to find your perfect role. **Placement year (optional)** Taking an optional placement year will give you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role after graduation. We'll give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement. Previous students have taken placement roles such as: * business analyst * software developer * junior android developer * marketing technology specialist * business applications developer They've completed placements at organisations including: * BAE Systems * IBM * Radweb * Verint * ParkNow

**Year 1** Core modules in this year include: * Application Programming * Architecture and Operating Systems * Core Computing Concepts * Database Systems Development * Networks There are no optional modules in this year. **Year 2** Core modules in this year include: * Application Engineering * Data Structures and Algorithms * Database Principles * Software Engineering Theory and Practice * Usability Engineering Optional modules in this year currently include: * 3D computer graphics and animation * Business Systems Analysis * Computing Undergraduate Ambassador * Discrete Mathematics and Functional Programming * Ethical Hacking * Modern Foreign Language * Virtualisation and Cloud Computing **Year 3** Core modules in this year include: * Engineering Science * Individual Project (Engineering) * Scalable Software Engineering Optional modules in this year currently include: * Advanced Database Concepts * Distributed Systems and Security * Educational Computing * Fuzzy Systems and Networks * Graphics and Computer Vision * Hacking 4 MoD * Interaction Design * Internet of Things * Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms * Practical Data Analytics and Mining * Professional and Academic Research Development * Robotics * Security and Cryptography We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies. Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry and some optional modules may not run every year. If a module doesn’t run, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

* multiple choice tests * written exams * mini projects * presentations * written reports * review articles You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark. You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future.

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: G600

Institution code: P80

Campus Name: Main Site

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The following entry points are available for this course:

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Year 3

We welcome applications for advanced entry. If you’d like to apply for advanced entry, you need to select the required year when you complete your UCAS application.

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Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
PTE Academic	54.0	An overall score of 54 with a minimum of 51 in each skill.
TOEFL (iBT)	79.0	79 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing.
Cambridge English Advanced		Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Cambridge English Proficiency		Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Trinity ISE		Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components

English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

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EU	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
International	18300.0	Year 1

Students who are resident in EU countries: please note that the net fee is inclusive of the Transition Scholarship Placement Year and Year abroad: UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £925 | EU – £925 (including Transition Scholarship)| International (Non-EU) – £1,800. Fees are accurate at the time of publishing and are subject to change at any time without notice. Fees may also go up in later years, in line with inflation. For more information about fees, go to port.ac.uk/ug-tuition-fees

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