Newcastle College University Centre
Rye Hill Campus
Scotswood Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 7SA
This Software Engineering with Artificial Intelligence Foundation Degree will prepare you for a fulfilling and exciting career within the ever-growing computing industry. The demand for talented and specialised employees who can design, develop and implement software applications and databases is growing, and this demand shaped the design and content of this degree. Working alongside industry-experienced tutors and with fantastic facilities, this practical degree will provide you with a strong foundation for your career ahead. At Newcastle College University Centre we have collaborated with key industry contacts in the region so you will get relevant, career-focused training in a range of computing areas. Alongside this qualification, you will also be accredited with a Software Developer Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ). In both Year One and Year Two of this Software Engineering degree, you will undertake a Work-Based Learning module where you will undertake and manage a real-world technical project for a client. You will be asked to develop an industry standard software application or website which will prepare you for a career within software after completing the course. Once you complete your degree you can progress onto one of our BSc (Hons) Top-Up degrees. This course will also help you develop a variety of computing skills that allow you to pursue a career in website development, IT consultancy, software development, or other industry related roles

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.
Learn more about Higher Technical QualificationsYear One: Information Systems and Databases • Systems Analysis and Software Design • Dynamic Website Development • Programming Fundamentals • Academic Study Skills • Personal Development • Work Related Learning. Year Two: Secure Website Development • Application Development • Web Application Development • Further Application Development • Work-Based Learning • Professional Development.
Teaching and learning methods are widely varied including lectures, seminars, demonstrations and self-directed study. Assessment is carried out through written assignments, practical work, case studies, presentations and projects.
The following entry points are available for this course:
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
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Rye Hill Campus
Scotswood Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 7SA
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