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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year)
University of Bradford
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) course at University of Bradford.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
D,D,D
To include GCSE Mathematics at grade C/grade 4, plus GCSE English at grade D/grade 3 or equivalent English qualification
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Bradford. These students are taking Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | C |
| Biology | C |
| Mathematics | B |
| Computer Science | E |
| Physics | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: I302
Here's what University of Bradford says about its Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) course.
This integrated programme is designed to prepare and support international students for a strong and rewarding experience in their selected discipline, Software Engineering, immediately aligning students to the fundamentals of computing from the moment they enrol.
In addition to providing all necessary science, technology, engineering and mathematics background to allow students to confidently enter year one of the BEng (Hons) Software Engineering programme, the first year of study will also develop transferable skills such as communication, professionalism, teamwork and creativity, and provide an excellent transition period in preparation for learning and teaching methodologies used in the UK to support high engagement and achievement in the discipline.
Software Engineering is at the heart of all modern technology, and plays a key role in every industry. It incorporates disciplines such as:
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Mathematics
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Computer Science
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Software Engineering
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Cyber Security
You will study subjects including:
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software systems design and testing
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large-scale database systems
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system security management
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mobile applications
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enterprise-pro
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artificial intelligence
If you have a passion for technology, our BEng in Software Engineering will teach you to create and innovate through information technologies and computer programming. It is designed for problem-solvers, looking to address challenges in our interconnected, technology-orientated society.
You’ll first learn the principles that underpin computer science, giving you a strong technical foundation on which to build. The programme shares a common first year with our computer science programmes, enabling you to transfer between programmes at the end of the first year if interests or career aspirations emerge in other areas.
The emphasis then moves to the design and implementation of large software engineering programmes, and you will study subjects including:
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mobile applications
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system security management
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software verification
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database systems
Professional Accreditation This course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.
Source: University of Bradford
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Department
School of Computing and Engineering
Location
Main Site | Bradford
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Software engineering
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
Foundation Year:
The Effective Learner (core) Foundation Mathematics (core) Introduction to Coding (core) Introduction to Computing (core) Introduction to Computer Visualisation (core) Computer Skills and Application (core)
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The course is interesting and the lectures are generally good. The amount of teaching time is actually very low though.
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The university is generally good and people are usually helpful. The facilities such as the library are excellent. However, there is not much support and it can be difficult to contact people.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Bradford
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 University of Bradford students who took the Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
72%
low
Teaching on my course
72%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
77%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
80%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
66%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
68%
low
Learning opportunities
77%
med
Learning opportunities
77%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
68%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
77%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
81%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
87%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
73%
low
Assessment and feedback
69%
low
Assessment and feedback
69%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
84%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
76%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
66%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
52%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
66%
low
Academic support
76%
low
Academic support
76%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
79%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
73%
low
Organisation and management
72%
med
Organisation and management
72%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
68%
low
How well organised is your course?
77%
med
Learning resources
78%
low
Learning resources
78%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
75%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
87%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
70%
low
Student voice
62%
low
Student voice
62%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
50%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
77%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
61%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
68%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
85%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Bradford. These students are taking Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Bradford graduates who took Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
In work, study or other activity
85%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
50%
Information Technology Professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Elementary occupations
10%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Bradford graduates who took Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£23.4k
First year after graduation
£27.4k
Third year after graduation
£28.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Software Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year).
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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