Computer Science (Software Engineering)
University of SheffieldCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the BEng (Hon) Computer Science (Software Engineering) at University of Sheffield. Based in Sheffield, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our software engineering degree focuses on the art of engineering complex software systems. The course not only teaches you state-of-the-art software design and programming technologies, but also lets you practise your skills in project management, teamwork and working with customers - skills expected by employers. Learn the art of engineering complex software systems, and how to apply that knowledge to this ever-expanding industry. Sheffield’s software engineering BEng gives you a solid grounding in the fundamentals of software engineering, as well as computer science and the opportun... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £38,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA - A*AA A*AA including Maths; AAA including Maths and Computer Science |
| International Baccalaureate | 34 - 38 points 38, with 6 in HL Maths; 36, with 6 in HL Maths and Computer Science. 36, with 6 in HL Maths, and A in a Computer Science based Extended Essay; 34, with 6 in HL Maths and 5 in HL Computer Science, and A in a Computer Science based Extended Essay. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£25,830
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 — University of Sheffield
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £33,000 | £40,000 |
| 3 years | £29,500 | £38,500 | £50,500 |
| 5 years | £41,000 | £53,000 | £76,500 |
UK subject average: £30,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £14,500 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.
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