Software Engineering with Foundation Year

Why this course?

• Elaborate software development, design, and modelling skills to understand the whole software lifecycle.
• Software engineering work culture is embedded in the programme, replicating industry experience.
• Focus on solving real-world software engineering problems, preparing you for employment in various industries.
• Study in labs in our brand new state-of-the-art media facilities.
• We are ranked among the top 3 modern universities in London (Complete University Guide 2025).

About this course

Our new BEng Software Engineering programme is designed for students who want to focus their studies on the design, maintenance and development of software systems.

This course is offered as a degree with foundation year – a four-year programme which provides an additional foundation year at the beginning of the degree, that will give you academic and practical experience, as well as the skills you need to ensure you are equipped to successfully complete your chosen degree.

The demand for software engineers has never been higher. Companies and institutions from a variety of sectors are constantly looking for innovators who can keep up with rapid advancements in technology and software development. This course will provide you with all the necessary tools to meet that demand and forge a career as a technological trailblazer.

Skills

As part of an ever-growing computing curriculum here at Roehampton, you will gain a strong understanding of other core computing skills such as databases and cyber security, while specialising in a sought-after skill that will be an imperative for organisations spanning across many different industries – helping you become a competent and well-rounded computing professional. You will be supported by leading experts in computing, software engineering and cyber security throughout the course.

In your second and third years, you will delve into software architecture and design, project management and secure software development, all while developing your knowledge of programming languages. You will also be given the opportunity to become a Certified Ethical Hacker via the EC Council.

Career opportunities

We have embedded employability throughout the curriculum of BEng Software Engineering. You will engage with project-based learning activities and assessments that reflect real-world scenarios. Our collaborative approach, team working modules, and Final Year Project demonstrate our project-based approach to learning. You will gain hands-on experience and a solid understanding of what it is like to work in a professional software development team, preparing you for the world of work after your graduation.

The prospects for software engineering and development graduates are excellent. There is a clear national skills gap, meaning that there is high demand for those who can maintain existing software and develop new software products.

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.