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Software Engineering (Top-up)

  • 2 Study options
  • Undergraduate
Holloway
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2026-2027
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Why study this course?

If you have a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) or a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a computing-based subject or equivalent, this internationally recognised qualification gives you a chance to top-up to a degree. Giving you key skills in building software with the latest theoretical understanding, complete with full coverage of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Certificate in Software Testing syllabus, this career-focused degree is designed to help you succeed in the workplace.

More about this course

This course will provide you with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills in software development and maintenance. You’ll work with the most up-to-date technologies and study the latest industry practices to prepare you for a career in the field.

On this course, you’ll study application development and software engineering and undertake a related project of your choosing. You’ll also have the option to specialise in subjects that interest you, such as artificial intelligence, digital crime or ethical hacking.

There’ll also be the option to undertake a work placement to further boost your CV and expose you to the industry.

What our students say

"I really enjoyed learning about new software and new skill sets that could help me in the future."
National Student Survey

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Holloway

Study options

  • BEng (Hon) • Full-time • 1 Years
  • BEng (Hon) • Part-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
G600
Institution code:
L68

London Metropolitan University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Course code:
G600
Institution code:
L68

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