Software Engineering
Swansea UniversityCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Software Engineering at Swansea University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Swansea, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Throughout our Bsc Software Engineering course (Hons), you will learn far more than how to code. From the beginning of your studies, you will learn how to start building software, experiment with new technologies, and develop the skills that employers value most in modern industries. You will learn how to design and deliver innovative solutions to real‑world problems, while exploring high‑demand areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, and mobile app development. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 74% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,500 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC - ABB If not studying A-Level Maths or Physics, GCSE Grade B (6) Maths is required. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 - 34 points To include 5 in HL or 6 in two of Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Electronics, Further Mathematics, Mathematics (any variation), Physics, Psychology, Statistics (Economics may replace Psychology) and 5 in SL English. |
| UCAS Points | 112 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£21,550
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Swansea University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £30,000 | £34,500 |
| 3 years | £25,500 | £31,500 | £37,000 |
| 5 years | £29,500 | £40,500 | £52,500 |
UK subject average: £30,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £9,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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