Our Software Development BSc (Hons) is designed to equip you with the ability to solve complex computing problems in order for you to progress to graduate-level roles.
You will undertake a work placement or work-based learning experience as well as develop your practical and cognitive skills to solve work related everyday problems by combining knowledge of information transfer, communications technology, software and business context relevant to the computing industry.
You will develop professional-level industry related skills, learning, for example, how to build web-sites, design databases and plan networks together with the necessary problem solving techniques.
Course Details - Modules
All students take a total of 120 credits per level.
Level 3 Modules includes:
Study Skills for Computing
Introduction to Software Development
Introduction to IT Systems
Maths for Computing
Introduction to Web Design
Level 4 Modules includes:
Introductory Programming Concepts
Computer Systems
Architectures
Computer Threats and Attacks
Software Design and
Development
Network Systems
Web Design and Management
Level 5 Modules includes:
Object Orientated Programming
Advanced Programming Concepts
Database Design and Development
Web Programming
Work Based Learning
Research Project
Level 6 Modules includes:
Ethical and Legal Issues
eBusiness
Intelligent Programming
Mobile Application Development
Major Project
Course Details – Assessment Method
Throughout the course a full range of assessment techniques will be used. You could be assessed by examinations, including open-book examinations, practical assessments, assignments, briefs, essays, presentations (including group presentations), reports and portfolio building.
Each module is formally assessed through, for example, open book examinations, group projects, essays, assignments or briefs, presentations, group presentations, portfolio building, self-assessments, peer assessments, studio/exhibition assessments and a dissertation. This formal assessment will count towards your module mark and feedback is usually given within 3 weeks following the submission of your formal submission of work.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
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:
GG53
Institution code:
B40
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Foundation
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
In addition, for this programme, you will be required to have a GCSE (or equivalent Level 2 qualification) at Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics.
All applicants must show that they have a good level of spoken or written English, and if English is not your first language you’ll need to demonstrate the ability to study in English.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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In addition, for this programme, you will be required to have a GCSE (or equivalent Level 2 qualification) at Grade 4/C or above in English
