
Software Engineering BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Software Engineering BSc (Hons)
Use your creative flair to build technology for good.
Use your talents for creative problem solving and lateral thinking to excel on this BSc Software Engineering course: where software engineering meets experience design, to improve people’s lives through technology.
This course from our award-winning and internationally acclaimed Games Academy is designed for people who through playfulness and ingenuity like to disassemble products, technology and ideas, to rebuild and them to suit modern user needs.
With a strong focus on in-demand industry skills s...
Use your creative flair to build technology for good.<br/><br/>Use your talents for creative problem solving and lateral thinking to excel on this BSc Software Engineering course: where software engineering meets experience design, to improve people’s lives through technology. <br/><br/>This course from our award-winning and internationally acclaimed Games Academy is designed for people who through playfulness and ingenuity like to disassemble products, technology and ideas, to rebuild and them to suit modern user needs. <br/><br/>With a strong focus on in-demand industry skills such as interdisciplinary working, experience of cutting-edge development operations, software architecture, novel programming tools and computing – alongside solid foundations in system design and architecture– this course is designed with your future career in mind. <br/><br/>Graduates from this course will be confident, resourceful software engineers with the skills and professional competencies needed to operate in the industry. <br/><br/>Why study this course at Falmouth?<br/>Develop advanced knowledge of software engineering and an understanding of the principles and theories associated with computing - two in-demand skills for industry<br/>Gain a deep understanding of core principles, with a particular emphasis on cutting-edge development operations and novel programming tools <br/>Gain a firm foundation in computer programming and software development practices, with an emphasis on agile methodologies and creative approaches to problem-solving <br/>Work using user-centred insights: incorporating this in analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation to create digital products and services that meet real market needs and work for real stakeholders <br/>Be part of a product team that collaborates across disciplines, on projects with real business potential for your final year Major Collaboration
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Penryn Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
I300
Institution Code
F33
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points, primarily from Level 3 equivalent qualifications, such as A levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma, or current, relevant experience. Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent, is a minimum language requirement for all applicants. Due to the creative nature of our courses, you will be considered on your own individual merit and potential to succeed on your chosen course. Please contact the Applicant Services team for advice if you are predicted UCAS points below this range, or if you have questions about the qualifications or experience you have.
Scottish Higher
A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points
Access to HE Diploma
60 credits (with a minimum of 45 credits achieved at level 3) in a relevant subject.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications
AS
We may consider a standalone AS in a relevant subject, if it is taken along with other A Levels and if an A Level has not been taken in the same subject. However, you will not be disadvantaged if you do not have a standalone AS subject as we will not ordinarily use them in our offers.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points
Extended Project
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points
A level
We welcome A Levels in a wide range of subjects, especially in those relevant to the course for which you apply.
T Level
P
M
P (Pass) grade must be C or above, not D or E
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting Qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting Qualifications
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