Software Engineering (top-up) Beng (Hon)

<strong>In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide.</strong><br/><br/>Most government and industry sectors rely heavily on software systems and the software engineers who develop and maintain them. If youve already completed a related foundation degree or HND, our BEng (Hons) Software Engineering (top-up) course offers you the skills and knowledge needed for a career in this field.<br/><br/>Software engineering is a truly global activity that concerns building and maintaining software systems and other computer-based solutions. Your previous studies in software engineering or a similar computing-related specialism will have prepared you to undertake advanced study in focused areas of software development and engineering. Well support you in enhancing your existing foundation degree or HND-level knowledge and skills, ready to achieve the status of BEng (Hons) Software Engineering (top-up) graduate.<br/><br/>Our dedicated staff team offers a balance of academic rigour, industrial experience and advanced technical expertise. Well support you in exploring the underlying principles of software engineering while helping you gain knowledge and practical experience of the latest technologies. Youll be encouraged to appreciate both the technical and human aspects involved in areas such as the lifecycle of software systems, software design, systems analysis, programming, database specification and design, and system security.<br/><br/>We focus on helping you develop industry-relevant knowledge and skills so that you are well-prepared for a career in software engineering. Well also support you in building lifelong learning skills so you can take ownership of your professional development for the future and maximise your potential for success.