BSc Applied Software Engineering

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Cardiff University

Program Overview

This course aims to make you a highly employable software engineer with the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience that graduate employers are looking for. 

Designed in close collaboration with industry, this innovative degree will help you gain experience in hands-on software development using current commercial tools and techniques. Our teaching focuses on cloud, mobile and web development, with an emphasis on technology and standard industry practices.

You will create software-based solutions to real problems in a dynamic, tech start-up atmosphere at the National Software Academy. The Academy is part of the School of Computer Science and Informatics.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

This hands-on program is delivered at Cardiff University's National Software Academy, providing students with practical experience through industry-facing development projects. The curriculum emphasizes real-world applications, focusing on cloud, mobile, and web development, and is designed in close collaboration with industry partners. Students engage in team-based projects, developing software solutions for actual business clients, thereby enhancing their technical and professional skills. The program also offers opportunities for two paid summer placements, allowing students to gain valuable industry experience and build professional networks.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in software engineering, equipped with both the technical expertise and hands-on experience sought by employers. The practical focus of the degree, combined with direct industry involvement, ensures that students are ready to tackle real-world challenges upon graduation. Cardiff University is recognized for its strong emphasis on employability and industry engagement within its computing programs. Graduates may pursue roles such as software developer, systems analyst, or IT consultant, and have the foundation to undertake further studies if desired.

Program Key Stats

£29,450
Sept Intake : 29th Jan


75 %
Yes

Eligibility Criteria

ABB
NA
32
65

550
NA
6.5
90

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Information Systems Technician
  • Associate IT Business Systems Analyst
  • Information Technology Specialist
  • Network Hardware/Software Specialist
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Data Visualization Analyst

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