MEng Software Engineering Meng

**Learn to apply engineering principles to software products and develop digital applications and operating systems on this integrated master’s degree.**<br/><br/>**Boost your career prospects**<br/>Software engineers are in high demand globally. This integrated master’s degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to work at the forefront of this dynamic sector.<br/><br/>As part of this course, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>- Graduate with a master’s level qualification<br/><br/><br/>- Learn how to develop commercial quality software products, including desktop applications, multi-tier web-based applications, and mobile apps using engineering techniques<br/><br/><br/>- Be exposed to a number of programming languages and environments across the full spectrum of development models <br/><br/><br/>- Be able to explore database design and implementation, machine learning, and computer security issues in the context of software engineering<br/><br/><br/>- Study key STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subject area themes, as outlined by the Government<br/><br/><br/>**Mastering your subject**<br/>During your final year, you’ll study advanced level material and carry out in-depth research into an area of software engineering that suits your career interests.<br/><br/>**Find out more**<br/><br/>**Software engineering focused delivery**<br/>This course includes modules designed to help you develop the expertise required to become a software engineer, so you’ll be primed to join the workforce when you graduate.<br/><br/>**Hands-on learning backed by research**<br/>Practical experience will be at the heart of your learning. We have strong connections with industry, and you’ll have the option to do a placement year. Previous students have worked at NHS Digital, Sky and Rolls Royce. <br/><br/>Developing real-life usable software products, team projects, and presentations, will help you link theory to industry practice. Additionally, your master’s level research will equip you with the theoretical knowledge to carry out advanced projects or study in the future.<br/><br/>**Specialist facilities**<br/>You’ll have access to a range of resources. These will include a wide variety of software engineering tools, languages and environments. You’ll also be able to use our sandbox lab with full administrator rights, giving you the freedom to work on a range of technologies. This will enable you to develop advanced skills using a variety of tools and the possibility of learning systems development with Raspberry Pi and Internet of Things (IoT).<br/><br/>**Why study Software Engineering at Leeds Beckett University?**<br/>- Gain a masters level degree at the end of your course<br/><br/><br/>- Strong career prospects – the expertise and skills you’ll develop are in high-demand across industries<br/><br/><br/>- Specialist facilities - use our sandbox lab to work on a range of technologies<br/><br/><br/>- Optional placement year in industry - gain real-life experience of software-engineering<br/><br/><br/>- Gain practical expertise and knowledge – you’ll develop real-life usable software products, team projects and presentations to help you link theory to industry practice<br/>

Leeds Beckett University is committed to giving you the support and guidance you need to succeed in a career. From hands-on experiences to cutting-edge facilities, courses are designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for.<br/><br/>You’ll also have access to a dedicated team of career experts who will offer you advice and opportunities for professional development while studying your course and for up to five years after graduation. Leeds Beckett’s aim is to ensure you are career-ready.<br/><br/>And, if you want to live in a budget-friendly city loved by students, with a thriving cultural scene, diverse community and plenty of job opportunities, Leeds is the perfect destination. It’s recently been ranked the best place to live in the North (Sunday Times, Best Places to Live 2024) and one of the top 10 most affordable cities for students in the UK (NatWest Student Living Index 2023).<br/><br/>Study a course that gives you a future advantage, in a city with something for everyone.