Programme Specification for Software Engineering (Major, Joint & Minor)
Campus: Docklands
Why Study Software Engineering as part of a Combined Honours Degree?
Well-engineered, reliable and usable computer systems are crucial to the survival of most organisations and people who can design, implement and maintain these ever-evolving systems are in constant demand, enjoying rewarding careers.
This programme is designed to give you the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to enable you to pursue a career managing and developing information systems in a contemporary business context, including the operational, strategic and practical issues in information systems currently relevant to enterprises of all sizes.
What will I study?
Software Engineering at UEL allows you to study a variety of subjects, including the development of information systems, programming, computer architecture, operating systems, networking and the business contexts in which computer-based information systems are used. In addition the programme also offers students the option of gaining knowledge or specialise in such areas as Computer Networking, Communications Security and Surveillance, and Project Management. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of practical-based skills.
Many people want to pursue a career in Software Development and Programming. This programme gives a formal background to the study of systems development and provides you with the skills necessary to design and implement reliable and effective computer programs and systems.
Which modules will I study?
You can view a full guide to the modules you have to study as part of your chosen pathway, along with a full range of option modules available by viewing the Single & Combined Honours Programmes Guide for Software Engineering
Can I study a Combined Honours Programme as a Part-time degree?
All our Combined Honours Programmes can be studied on a Part-time or Full-time basis. As a Part-time student, you will study the same degree programme, but at a slower pace. You will study up to 4 modules per year (instead of 6 as a full-time student).
What career opportunities are open to me if I study Software Engineering?
A background in computing would enhance your career opportunities if you wished to pursue a career that involved systems analysis, technical support, network design, database design and administration, software development or technology management.
Graduates of Software Engineering degree programmes have the skills and knowledge to develop high quality software applications, leading to a career in the wide-ranging software development industry.
For graduates who wish to continue their studies at postgraduate level, the computing degree programmes provide a suitable entry route to a variety of Masters programmes, both at UEL and elsewhere.
What can I combine with Software Engineering?
Popular combinations include:
- Software Engineering with Media Studies (G6P3)
- Software Engineering with International Development (G6L9)
- Software Engineering with Mathematics (G6G1)
We have over 5000 different combinations and you can choose from over 75 pathways. Please visit this page www.uel.ac.uk/combined/programmes for a full list.
Entry Requirements
200 UCAS tariff points (including two passes at A2 level) plus GCSE Maths and English grade C.
How do I apply?
If you wish to study with us full-time from September, you will need to make your application via UCAS (www.ucas.ac.uk).
If you wish to study with us part-time you can obtain an application form from our admissions department study@uel.ac.uk or apply on-line.
Other Software Engineering programmes available
For further information on the range of Software Engineering programmes available at UEL, please visit the School Page http://www.uel.ac.uk/ace/
Contact Us
If you would like to speak to someone about a Combined Honours Programme, please contact the School of Combined Honours on 0208 223 2575 or email us at combined.honours@uel.ac.uk
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