Use your creative flair to build technology for good.
Use your talents for creative problem solving and lateral thinking to excel on this BSc Software Engineering degree: where software engineering meets experience design, to improve people’s lives through technology.
This new Software Engineering degree from our award-winning and internationally acclaimed Games Academy is designed for people who through playfulness and ingenuity like to disassemble products, technology and ideas, to rebuild and them to suit modern user needs.
With a strong focus on in-demand industry skills such as interdisciplinary working, experience of cutting-edge development operations, software architecture, novel programming tools and computing – alongside solid foundations in system design and architecture– this Software Engineering degree is designed with your future career in mind.
Graduates from this course will be confident, resourceful software engineers with the skills and professional competencies needed to operate in the industry.
Why study this course at Falmouth?
Develop advanced knowledge of software engineering and an understanding of the principles and theories associated with computing - two in-demand skills for industry
Gain a deep understanding of core principles, with a particular emphasis on cutting-edge development operations and novel programming tools
Gain a firm foundation in computer programming and software development practices, with an emphasis on agile methodologies and creative approaches to problem-solving
Work using user-centred insights: incorporating this in analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation to create digital products and services that meet real market needs and work for real stakeholders
Be part of a product team that collaborates across disciplines, on projects with real business potential for your final year Major Collaboration
To achieve its aims, the Software Engineering degree is practically-orientated and challenge-led, adopting a ‘doing it for real’ ethos. On this course, you’ll immerse yourself in Falmouth’s interdisciplinary approach to collaboration and enterprise within software, gaming and digital products, helping you to innovate in this high-growth industry as part of a professional standard team.
You will nurture your cognitive, practical, and transferable skills by engaging with hands-on computing projects in a systematic, disciplined, and quantifiable way. As we direct you to apply various methods and techniques to build digital products and services, you will equip yourself with professional competences that are in-demand in the sector.
Year One:
Your first year on this Software Engineering degree benefits from all the Games Academy has to offer; it’s a common first phase of study shared by all students in the computing subject area, so you get the opportunity to build and develop your broader technical skills before you specialise in software engineering.
You’ll gain experience of multidisciplinary teamworking, while exploring the different specialisms in computing that we offer, providing you with flexibility to switch into a different specialism if you choose.
Modules:
Principles of Computing
Digital Creativity
Development Foundation
Data Fundamentals
Individual Programming Project
Sustainable Logic Architectures
Year Two:
The second year involves much deeper specialism in software engineering, with course-specific modules complementing modules on key mathematical and computing topics.
You will also work in partnership with peers in other disciplines on a challenge-led brief to deliver working software to a client, mirroring industry practice.
Modules:
Algorithms & Optimisation
Computational Mathematics
Software Architecture
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Development Operations
Embedded Systems
Year Three:
You’ll be responsible for finding your own placement, with support from the employability team.
Choosing this option will enhance your industry experience and skills while studying.
How you’ll study during your professional placement:
You’ll spend time working in a professional context, as part of a business or organisation. This can be in one role, or up to three, and must be for a minimum of 24 weeks.
You’ll develop in-demand workplace skills, deepen your insight into industry and grow your network of contacts, all of which could help you get ahead in your career after graduation.
Throughout this year, you’ll develop a portfolio of work that includes critical self-reflection on what has been learned from the experience. You’ll be required to evidence your experiences, the skills you’ve learned and your professional growth.
Year Four:
In the third year of this Software Engineering degree, you’ll develop greater intellectual freedom, both as an individual but also in tackling a challenge in collaboration with others.
With modules focusing on developing your personal specialism in software engineering alongside stretching your collaboration skills and a final course-specific module, at the end of this year, you’ll have experience working in multidisciplinary teams and delivering a substantial development project.
Modules
Programming Tools
Research and Development: Proposal
Research and Development: Dissertation
Digital Innovation
Major Collaboration
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You'll be assessed 100% through coursework only. This can take many forms, including:
Practical projects
Papers
Pitches
Portfolios
Designed to mirror industry practice, you'll be continually assessed on group projects through a group working strategy and be able to practice exhibiting in a trade-show style with our poster assessment strategy.
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
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If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Through the award of international scholarships, we aim to support academic enrichment by encouraging diversity and excellence at Falmouth. For details of our international scholarships, and how to apply for them, please visit our website at www.falmouth.ac.uk
At Falmouth, we recognise excellence in many forms, and we see the whole you.
Our diverse community is creative, innovative and entrepreneurial.
We recognise that these qualities aren’t always shown in academic grades alone. That’s why, while many of our applicants achieve high academic grades, we also welcome those who can demonstrate their potential through an exceptional portfolio or performance.
To support this approach, during a friendly conversation with our academic team, we’ll consider your ideas, your creative output and your ambition to ensure you’ll thrive at Falmouth.
If you are able to demonstrate relevant, current, equivalent experience instead of formal qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Please contact our Applicant Services team before applying, for advice regarding your individual experience and eligibility.
If you are an international applicant and require a Student visa to study in the UK, you must have a recognised English language test approved and vouched for by the University at the appropriate level. You can see what we accept on our website https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/study/international/english-language-requirements Our Applicant Services team can help you with any general questions you may have about study visas or suitable language tests. For more specific advice, we recommend you also consult UKCISA http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
View our list of accepted English language tests and qualifications using the link belowhttps://www.falmouth.ac.uk/study/international/english-language-requirements
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