BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

Lancaster University offers a BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering. This is a full-time course that lasts for 3 years. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the key principles of software engineering. It places a strong focus on preparing students for a successful career in industry or research by offering a diverse and up-to-date program that equips them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience.Course Content: The course content is created with the view of making students proficient in understanding, evaluating and building reliable software systems. The first year provides a solid foundation in programming, computer systems, and software development. The second year introduces core elements of software engineering, including software design and human-computer interaction. In the final year, students can specialize in various areas such as Advanced Programming, Quantum Computing, Graphics and Sound, and Big Data.Key Modules: Examples of key modules include Programming, Mathematics and Software Engineering, Algorithms and Data Structures in C++, Professional Issues in Computing, and Software Development with Java. Accreditations: The Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons) course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional and partially meeting the Academic Requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.Future Careers: This course provides an excellent foundation for a variety of careers in the IT industry. Graduates may find roles as Software Developers, IT Consultants, Systems Analysts, or Network Engineers. Some choose to further their study at a postgraduate level or set up their own specialist companies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.