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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Software Engineering (Top-Up)
University of Winchester
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Software Engineering (Top-Up) course at University of Winchester.
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HND (BTEC)
Pearson BTEC Higher National in Computing (2022) - RQF (Software Engineering or Application Development and Testing pathway); Digital Technologies for England (2023) (Software Development and Programming pathway). Applications with other HND qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Winchester. These students are taking Software Engineering (Top-Up) or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A |
| Computer Science | C |
| Biology | C |
| Physics | A |
| Sociology | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: I306
Here's what University of Winchester says about its Software Engineering (Top-Up) course.
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Access a wide range of specialist software and tools including dedicated computer science and cyber security laboratories, containing Linux and Microsoft platforms
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Be inspired by an expert team of research-active academics who work at the forefront of the field
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Develop an appreciation of the wider role digital technologies play in an organisational context
This top-up degree allows students who have completed relevant Level 4 and 5 qualifications elsewhere to join the final year of our BSc (Hons) Software Engineering programme, enabling you to gain a full Bachelor's degree in just one academic year.
Are you passionate about solving global digital challenges and improving the efficiency of our everyday technologies? Are you inspired by the opportunity to develop highly efficient products and systems that will transform a wide range of vital industries, from banking to healthcare?
Our Software Engineering degree enables you to develop the skills needed to implement solutions to complex software problems. It is designed to offer both a fundamental understanding of computer science, as well as specialist professional skills in secure software development.
Through a unique programme of modules, you will develop the advanced technical expertise, collaboration and communication skills to turbo charge your employability and agility in a rapidly evolving industry. Your modules cover a combination of key practical and technical skills in software engineering principles.
You will study in a learning environment with research-informed teaching, providing accessible and tailored support for all aspects of academic and personal skills development. You will also benefit from access to interdisciplinary cross-department specialists within the University of Winchester Business School and links to the British Computer Society.
Throughout your journey, you will develop core knowledge in programming, secure systems, applications development, UX design and cross platform mobile development. There are also a range of fascinating optional modules so you can tailor your learning to your career aspirations. Depending on the optional modules you choose, you may graduate with a specialism in Cloud Technologies or DevOps.
Source: University of Winchester
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Department of Digital Technologies
Location
Main Site | Winchester
Duration
1 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Software engineering
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £16,700 per year |
| International | £16,700 per year |
University of Winchester student reviews
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1st year student
1 year ago
Social life is not very goodrnCourse is good and lecturers are helpful
3rd year student
1 year ago
They seem to care a lot about societies but the uni is also in massive debt so canu2019t afford to put much money into them. Lots of events held by the SU, I donu2019t go so unsure how much attention they get. The SU shop stocks a fair amount of food and drinks as well as uni clothing but again itu2...
3rd year student
1 year ago
One campus club which isnu2019t too bad but no where else to go for a club. Some bars and pubs in town but are expensive. Most students go to Southampton for clubbing nights.
3rd year student
1 year ago
A very expensive city coming from someone who lives in London when Iu2019m off of uni. Food on campus is expensive, drinks at the campus club are expensive, the town has nothing to do and very few shops tailored towards students (only Primark and maybe TKMaxx, now a new sports direct) so students te...
3rd year student
1 year ago
Never needed support in most aspects but I hadnu2019t heard great things about their mental health support from some people saying they can be quite dismissive so I went to my GP instead. Support from lecturers is easily accessible in the form of tutorials
3rd year student
1 year ago
Lots of different teaching buildings which are in pretty good shape. Two libraries stacked with books and a decent amount of space to sit. A few food places which arenu2019t too bad food wise but do like to bump up the price which, for a university of poor students, is just plain stupid. No sports f...
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Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Winchester graduates who took Software Engineering (Top-Up) - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
70%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
70%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
55%
Information Technology Professionals
15%
Elementary occupations
5%
Business and public service associate professionals
5%
Sales occupations
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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