Course contact details
Admissions (Undergraduate)
Email:admissions@stir.ac.uk
Phone:01786 467044
University of Stirling
Stirling
FK9 4LA
Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 13 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Stirling Campus
Course summary
The UK software market will expand by 8.5% a year, driven by developments in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (Square Root 2025). A Software Engineering degree from Stirling gives you the skills and confidence to shape that future.
Gain cutting-edge programming and software skills
Our BSC (Hons) Software Engineering degree equips you to design, develop, test, and maintain software systems. You’ll study:
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Programming and scripting in languages such as Java, Python, C#, PHP
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Data structure, objects and algorithms
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Object-oriented design and development for desktop, web and mobile
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UX design
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Software assisted development with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs)
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Compilers and code performance
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Machine learning
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Computer game development
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Database technologies (SQL, NoSQL)
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Computer security and networks
You can also explore your own areas of interest such as AI, web services or mobile app development.
You’ll build skills in problem-solving, creativity, project management and teamwork. In your final year, you’ll develop a major piece of software from initial requirements to final delivery.
You can become part of a student-led computer club. It organises lots of activities and projects for anyone interested in computing science and software engineering.
Get ready for the world of work
As part of our software engineering degree, you can get hands-on experience by undertaking a three-month summer placement. They can be with local or national companies. Our placements, internships and industry liaison ensure great networking opportunities. We have links with many organisations including:
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Accenture
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Honeywell
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JP Morgan
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Scottish Enterprise
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Sports Scotland
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Wood MacKenzie
As part of our degree in software engineering you can take a module covering professional skills for students. It prepares you for placement applications and job applications on graduation. You’ll work on a career development action plan. You’ll develop your CV and professional social network profile.
You’ll also practice elevator pitches and other interview skills. Industry representatives will explain what they are looking for in their future recruits.
Study a British Computer Society accredited course
As a Stirling software engineer graduate, you’ll be accredited by the British Computer Society as a Chartered Information Technology Professional. It shows that you operate at the highest levels of technical and professional competence. Also, that your skills are matched by your ethical integrity.
Broaden your horizons
Experience what it’s like to learn in an international environment. Study abroad at universities across North America, Australia, and Europe. Previous students have studied at:
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San Diego State University, USA
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University of Guelph, Canada
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City University of Hong Kong
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Otto-Friedrich University Bamberg, Germany
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University of North Carolina Wilmington, USA
Modules
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G600
- Institution code:
- S75
- Campus name:
- Stirling Campus
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Obtain IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill or equivalent. |
If you don’t meet the entry requirements there are English language courses which can help you prepare for your degree: https://www.stir.ac.uk/international/international-students/pre-sessional-english-language-courses/https://www.stir.ac.uk/international/international-students/english-language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
The minimum grade requirements apply to specific categories of 'widening access' applicants domiciled in Scotland who may be eligible for a contextual offer.
International entry requirements
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.
Not available
Historical entry grades data is not currently available for University of Stirling - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.
Historical entry grades report
This report uses your grades to show how students with similar results have done when applying to this course in the past. Sometimes, there isn’t data for every possible set of grades. When that happens, universities and colleges occasionally fill in the gaps for sets of grades that are typically accepted.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £10050 | |
| Scotland | £1820 |
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.
Additional fee information
Scottish students can apply to the Student Award Agency for Scotland (SAAS) to have tuition fees paid by the Scottish government.
Students from the rest of the UK can apply for financial assistance, including a loan to cover the full cost of the tuition fees, from the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE).
Fee information for International and EU students, can be found on the course webpage:
https://www.stir.ac.uk/courses/
The University of Stirling offers a range of scholarships, further information can be found on our website: https://www.stir.ac.uk/scholarships/
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