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Software Engineering
MEng (Hon) · 5 Years · Sandwich · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateMain Site
Course summary
Software is a fundamental part of today's 'digital society', controlling everything from the results that are displayed when you use a search engine, how we interact on social media, through to how video is streamed and rendered on your smartphone. Without software, the forms of communication, interaction and knowledge processing that we all take for granted today could not exist. In the future, software will become so embedded in our lives that virtually all of our human process will be affected by the design and development of software. In particular, software engineers are concerned with developing and maintaining software systems in a manner that is efficient, reliable and affordable. Software engineers must also understand the needs of those who will use the software, and be able to create products that are capable, safe and intuitive. This degree programme is designed to equip graduates with the analytical, reasoning and practical skills they will need to design, develop and deploy large software systems.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
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:
- G605
- Institution code:
- Q75
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
For information on international qualification equivalents, please check the specific information for your country at:
http://www.qub.ac.uk/International/International-students/Your-Country/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB - AAA
AAB to include Mathematics, Computing or Software Systems Development
OR
AAA to include Chemistry, Digital Technology, ICT, Physics, Technology and Design or Double Award Applied ICT(Not Single Award).
GCSE Mathematics minimum grade C/4
A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Successful completion of a relevant computing RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), with overall grades D*D*D.
OR
Successful completion of a relevant engineering or scientific RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), with overall grades D*D*D*.
GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.
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Access to HE Diploma
Considered on an individual basis. Contact the Admissions and Access Service for further advice at: admissions@qub.ac.uk
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Successful completion of a relevant computing QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with overall grades D*D*D.
OR
Successful completion of a relevant engineering or scientific QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with overall grades D*D*D*.
GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Considered on an individual basis taking into account performance in Scottish Highers. Students with good results in their Scottish Highers will be considered if they are taking a relevant Advanced Higher subject.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 - 36 points
Successful completion of IB Diploma with 34 points overall including 6,6,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level Mathematics.
OR
Successful completion of IB Diploma with 36 points overall including 6,6,6 at Higher Level to include Higher Level Chemistry or Physics.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3 - H2, H2, H3, H3, H3, H3
H2H3H3H3H3H3 at Higher Level to include H3 Mathematics.
OR
H2H2H3H3H3H3 at Higher Level to include H3 Chemistry or Physics + Ordinary Level Mathematics grade 04.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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.
- Data from:
- This course and 7 other software engineering courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A*
- Highest grades
- BBC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4750* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £4750* | Year 1 |
| EU | £25300 | Year 1 |
| International | £25300 | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
The tuition fees quoted above for NI and ROI are the 2024/25 fees and will be updated when the new fees are known. In addition, all tuition fees will be subject to an annual inflationary increase in each year of the course. Fees quoted relate to a single year of study unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Further information on Fees and Funding can be found at: https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Feesandfinance/.
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