Computer Science (Software Engineering) with Industrial Placement BSc (Hons)

**Lead the tech landscape with our hands-on software engineering course.**<br/>Develop in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with our software engineering course. You will build a strong foundation in computer science and cover advanced topics like:<br/><br/><br/>- object-oriented programming<br/><br/><br/>- data structures and algorithms<br/><br/><br/>- DevOps<br/><br/><br/>- software testing.<br/><br/><br/>As a result, you will become a leader in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.<br/><br/>**A focus on employability**<br/>Our software engineering degree is hands-on. You will engage with:<br/><br/><br/>- lectures from industry guest speakers<br/><br/><br/>- hackathons<br/><br/><br/>- field trips to leading tech organisations and industry partners<br/><br/><br/>- industry conferences<br/><br/><br/>- tech meetups.<br/><br/><br/>Therefore, you will:<br/><br/><br/>- develop a thorough understanding of the industry<br/><br/><br/>- apply skills to real-world scenarios, enhancing skills crucial for success within the field<br/><br/><br/>- grow your network<br/><br/><br/>- become a sought-after graduate.<br/><br/><br/>**Cutting-edge facilities**<br/>You’ll learn in a dynamic environment and access to:<br/><br/><br/>- computing labs<br/><br/><br/>- industry software and platforms<br/><br/><br/>- an E-Sports Arena <br/><br/><br/>- a rich resource library.<br/><br/><br/>**About the Placement Year**<br/>A placement year enables you to undertake a year of experience in an organisation between your second and final year.<br/><br/>It will enable you to:<br/><br/><br/>- apply the knowledge and skills you gain from your course in a work setting<br/><br/><br/>- build your commercial awareness and insights into organisations and industries you might want to work in<br/><br/><br/>- develop your professional skills through company training, networking skills and confidence in the workplace<br/><br/><br/>- get some great experience for future job applications or even land a graduate job.<br/><br/><br/>**Support from St Mary’s every step of the way**<br/>Securing a placement can really help you develop your job search skills and the Employability Service placement and Careers Teams can support you to find and apply for available opportunities.<br/><br/>**Please note:** in the event that you cannot secure a placement you will be able to transfer onto the three year version of your degree programme.<br/><br/>**Why St Mary’s?**<br/>You will gain skills and support to make a positive impact – for yourself and for others – through high-quality teaching, real-world experience, and a community that lifts each other up. Our campus is a London oasis – blending city energy with open green spaces to think, connect, and grow.