Software Engineering
University of NorthamptonCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Software Engineering at University of Northampton is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Northampton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Why choose this course? 3rd for Career after 15 months for Computer Science and Information Systems* Our Software Engineering course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills that are required to explore a career in the software industry. You will learn about all phases in the software development lifecycle involving requirements analysis, design, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of software systems. During your first year you will share common modules with all computing students, giving you the foundation and flexibility to specialise in your second and th... International tuition fees are £1,630 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 76% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC |
| International Baccalaureate | 25 points |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£1,630
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
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 — University of Northampton
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £29,500 | £35,000 | £38,000 |
| 3 years | £20,000 | £26,000 | £33,500 |
| 5 years | £26,500 | £33,000 | £42,500 |
UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 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: CAH11-01-01). 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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