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Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Software Engineering
Ulster University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Software Engineering course at Ulster University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,A
AAA or AAB requiring an A Level Grade A in one of: Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Software Systems Development or Computing (not IT/ICT). Applicants to the MEng Software Engineering will automatically be considered for admission to the BEng Hons Software Engineering should they fail to meet the MEng entry requirements.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,250 per year |
| Scotland | £9,250 per year |
| Wales | £9,250 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £4,750 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £4,750 per year |
| EU | £17,010 per year |
| International | £17,010 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: G603
Here's what Ulster University says about its Software Engineering course.
The Software Engineering programme is aimed at those motivated by the value of an engineering approach to the development of software systems and who enjoy finding elegant solutions to complex software problems. The demand for these graduates from the software industry is relentless.
You will be equipped with the skills necessary to work in the software industry or a commercial IT department having gained expertise in the analysis and implementation of the engineering process and the assurance of an advanced knowledge of supportive software engineering techniques.
You will study the theory and principles of programming and software development and put them into practice using a variety of contemporary programming languages and tools.
You will develop programming expertise in a variety of languages, for example Python and Java, and examine areas such as Information Infrastructures, Professional Skills, Software Quality, Physical Computing and Web Development.
Given the variety of computing applications in the Software Engineering field, there are a number of jobs that will be accessible for a Software Engineering graduate such as Software Developer, Database Engineer, Reliability Engineering, Software Testing Engineer and Security Specialist.
Source: Ulster University
Course details
Qualification
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Department
Belfast Campus
Location
Belfast | Belfast
Duration
5 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Software engineering
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Ulster University reviews
Showing 68 reviews
Foundation year student
Iu2019ve really enjoyed my course as it gave me the ability to complete works In a range of different art/ design based subjects. It helped me experience different courses I never wouldu2019ve thought of doing. My tutors are all lovely and very supportive. Theyu2019ve made the course more enjoyable.
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
There are many clubs and societies offered for everyone at ulster university.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
Campus life is great, everyone seems happy and comfortable in the environment. The uni is situated in a beautiful place and it has massive grounds to walk and a river nearby. The local town is great with great facilities for all.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
At the moment I am travelling to uni which is proving quite expensive especially with the cost of fuel recently.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
Academic support and welfare services are both excellent and there anytime when you need them.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
The library is great and opened for all 24/7
2 years ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Ulster University students who took the Software Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
83%
med
Teaching on my course
83%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
81%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
96%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
79%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
75%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
79%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
82%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
89%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
79%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
82%
med
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
86%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
68%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
78%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
71%
med
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
82%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
96%
high
Organisation and management
79%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
85%
high
How well organised is your course?
77%
med
Learning resources
85%
med
Learning resources
85%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
89%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
79%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
81%
low
Student voice
74%
med
Student voice
74%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
59%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
81%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
81%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
71%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
86%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
88%
high
Student information
See who's studying at Ulster University. These students are taking Software Engineering or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Computer Science | C | |||||
| Digital Technology | B | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Business Studies | B | |||||
| Physics | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Ulster University graduates who took Software Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
90%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
90%
Say it fits with future plans
75%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
80%
Information Technology Professionals
5%
Business and public service associate professionals
5%
Sales occupations
5%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
We have no information about future earnings from students that studied this course.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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