Software Engineering with a Foundation Year University of Sheffield
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation Year | On-Campus | Full-time | 4 - 5 years | September | find out | find out |
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Course overview
If you want to study software engineering but don't meet our standard entry requirements, our foundation year could be for you. You'll learn the fundamentals of maths, physics and engineering in a variety of innovative ways to prepare you for your degree.
If you don't have the usual scientific or mathematical background for an engineering degree, a foundation year is for you. After successfully completing the foundation year, you can start a BEng or MEng degree.
Ignite your interest by learning the art of engineering complex software systems, and how to apply that knowledge to this ever-expanding industry.
Our Computer Science (Software Engineering) BEng/MEng programmes are a great choice for students who are passionate about software engineering and want to develop the skills to design, build, and test software systems.
You will gain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of software engineering, as well the opportunity to explore different areas of computer science. These include artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and robotics.
Our course has a strong focus on professional skills to ensure you are well equipped for a career after graduating. You will develop your communication skills and be able to think critically, whilst analysing the impact of your work in a real-world context. These are essential for a career in industry or research, and demonstrate the well-rounded education our programme will provide you.
Core modules in years one and two will provide you with the foundations of computer science, while in the final year a range of optional modules will allow you to tailor your studies to your own interests.
On top of these specialised modules, the focus of your final year is a dissertation project, where you will have scope for creative and intellectual exploration through a year long individual project guided by one of lecturers.
The BEng course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). It fully meets the requirements for Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) and partially meets the requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng).
The MEng course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). It fully meets the requirements for Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) and Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Entry requirements for this course
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