Software Development BSc (Hons)
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Course Overview - Software Development BSc (Hons)
Software professional roles are currently among the fastest-growing in the ICT sector. This has led to an increased demand for employable and productive software engineering graduates. This course provides a specialised route for students who wish to become technical experts in the field of software development.
The BSc (Hons) Software Development course equips you with a specific understanding of the theories, concepts, processes, methods and tools used for software development, and their application to the development of solutions that have real value.
Youll gain...
Software professional roles are currently among the fastest-growing in the ICT sector. This has led to an increased demand for employable and productive software engineering graduates. This course provides a specialised route for students who wish to become technical experts in the field of software development.<br/><br/>The BSc (Hons) Software Development course equips you with a specific understanding of the theories, concepts, processes, methods and tools used for software development, and their application to the development of solutions that have real value.<br/><br/>Youll gain in-depth technical knowledge, understanding and the skills needed to become an effective software development professional capable of working in highly technical roles. <br/><br/><strong>Graduate prospects</strong><br/>Career opportunities after the completion of this course include: Software Developer, Web Developer, Software Engineer, Programmer, Mobile Application Developer, Cloud Analyst, Database Developer, System Analyst, Software Tester and IT Consultant.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G701
Institution Code
G42
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
B,B,C,C
to include Maths or Application of Maths or Computing
Access to HE Diploma
M:45
60 credits overall with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit in Computing
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
including HL Maths or Computer Science at 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
Year 1 Entry: Level 3 Extended Diploma MMM in Computing/IT Year 2 Entry: Level 3 Extended Diploma DMM in Computing/IT subject plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 Specific units may be required for entry: Information Technology Systems; Creating Systems to Manage Information; Using Social Media in Business; Programming; IT Project Management; Cyber Security and Incident Management; IT Service Delivery.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3
to include Maths or Computing
Scottish HNC
Pass
Year 1 Entry: HNC Computing with B in Graded Unit 1 Year 2 Entry: 15 credit HNC Computing with A in Graded Unit 1. Must include Software Development: Developing Small Stand Alone Applications; Software Development: Programming Foundations; Systems Development: Introduction; Systems Development: Testing Software and Maths for Computing 1. Should also include a Database OR SQL unit.
Scottish HND
Pass
Year 3 Entry: HND with BB in graded units required in one of the following: HND Computing (Software Development) including either: Database Design Fundamentals; Relational Database Management Systems; or Database Design and Programming in SQL. Plus either Software Development: Developing Websites for Multiplatform Use or Web Development Dynamically Generated Content. OR HND Computer Science including: Software Development: Object Oriented Programming; Software Development: Object Oriented Analysis and Design; Software Development: Data Structures. OR HND Web Development including: Software Development: Object Oriented Programming; Software Development: Oriented Analysis and Design: Software Development: Data Structures. Plus one of Database Design Fundamentals or Manage Database Systems Using SQL
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
A level
C,C,C
to include Maths or Computing or Software Systems Development Year 2 entry: BBB at A Level (or 120 UCAS Tariff points) to include Maths or Computing plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4
T Level
Pass (C and above)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £15,200 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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