- Be inspired by an expert team of research-active academics who work at the forefront of the field
- Access a wide range of specialist software and tools including dedicated computer science and cyber security laboratories in a state-of-the-art new development
- Benefit from excellent facilities including well-equipped labs containing Linux and Microsoft platforms
- Develop an appreciation of the wider role digital technologies play in an organisational context
- Take an optional 12-month sandwich placement to gain valuable industry employment experience
Do you have a passion for Software Engineering and want to develop your capability to solve global challenges, improve functionality of our everyday technologies or develop and manage highly efficient products and systems that will transform operations across a wide range of industries from banking to healthcare?
Our Software Engineering programme enables you to develop the skills to implement solutions
to complex software problems. It is designed to offer both a general understanding of computer science as well as specialist skills in secure software development.
Through a unique programme of modules, over three or four years (with placement), you will develop the advanced technical expertise, collaboration and communication skills to ensure you remain agile in a rapidly evolving industry.
These include a combination of key practical and technical skills in software engineering principles, which will enable you to enter careers such as systems engineer web developer, computer programmer, software engineer, analyst programmer and firmware developer.
You will study in an excellent working and learning environment with research-informed teaching and accessible and appropriate support for all aspects of student academic and personal skills development. You will also benefit from access to interdisciplinary cross-department specialists within The University of Winchester Business School and links to the British Computer Society.
In Year 1, you will develop fundamental core knowledge from modules such as Introduction to Cyber Security and Networks; Introduction to Software Development; Information Systems and Organisations; Innovative Systems; Business Expertise 1; System and Software Analysis and Design; Data Structures and Operating Systems, and Database Analysis and Design.
In Year 2, you will engage with new subjects that will help you identify possible career paths. You will develop an in-depth understanding of Software Testing and Development, Secure Systems Architectures, Integrated Project, Human Computer Interaction, Functional
Programming, and Discrete Mathematics and Advanced Algorithms.
An optional placement year provides you with the opportunity to enhance your employability, business understanding and professional skills through a sandwich placement year.
In your final year, you will deepen your knowledge in Advanced Software Development, Information Systems Futures (Distributed Systems), Intellectual Property and Information Rights, Developing for the Cloud and you undertake a Computing Project in your chosen area of special interest.
As the world continues to rely on computers and their systems, the need for highly skilled software engineers grows. There are excellent opportunities for qualified graduates with high average starting salaries.
You will be equipped to enter a variety of computer science and software engineering roles including graduate systems engineer, web developer, computer programmer, software engineer, analyst programmer and firmware developer.
Course Details - Modules
Modules are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
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.
Application Codes
Course code:
I300
Institution code:
W76
Campus Name:
Main Site
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
A GCSE A*-C or 9-4 pass in English Language and Mathematics is required.
We welcome applications from students who are completing an Access to Higher Education Diploma. We normally look for applicants to have studied a course that is in a similar subject and offers are usually made in line with our published tariff point range.
Applicants are required to hold a minimum of 2 x A-level or equivalent qualifications (e.g. 2 x BTEC National Subsidiary Diplomas) and we accept all A-level subjects, including Critical Thinking, General Studies and own-language A-levels. We welcome applicants who have completed the Extended Project (EP/EPQ) and points obtained from this qualification will be included in any offer. In addition, we accept a maximum of 32 points from level 3 qualifications below A2 that are included in the tariff (e.g. AS-levels not studied at A-level, music or dance qualifications).
If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits and work or other professional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of other published requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Tier 4 sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
60%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
75%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
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
Additional Fee Information
*Please note, the tuition fee for students from the rest of the EU (excluding ROI) are yet to be confirmed by the University.
For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).
Provider information
Sparkford Road
Winchester
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Hampshire
SO22 4NR
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