Software Engineering (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The Software Engineering (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University provides a comprehensive foundation in modern programming and system architecture. Students engage with industry-standard tools to design, test, and implement sophisticated software solutions for various platforms. This degree combines theoretical principles with practical application to ensure graduates are ready for the evolving digital landscape.

Why Software Engineering (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

• Study in the heart of "Silicon Fen", home to global tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Samsung AI.
• Benefit from professional accreditation by the BCS (The Chartered Institute for IT) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology.
• Engage with "Live Briefs" developed with regional employers to solve real-world technical problems.
• Access specialist labs and a Cisco Network Academy with over a decade of expertise.
• Gain 12-month access to Pluralsight courses for professional-grade programmer training.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18400 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Programming
• Computer Systems
• Software Principles
• Mathematics for Computing
• Operating Systems
• Database Design and Implementation
• Object Oriented Programming
• Digital Security
• Machine Learning

Careers with Software Engineering (Hons)

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles in business software development, web design, and systems architecture. The programme prepares students for careers as software developers, database analysts, and technology managers in both private and public sectors. Many alumni secure positions at prestigious organisations such as Citrix, the MOD, and Oxford Global Projects.

The university's location in Cambridge offers unparalleled networking opportunities with local firms like AstraZeneca and ARM. Students may also choose to progress to postgraduate study in fields such as Artificial Intelligence or Cyber Security. Additionally, the degree provides a pathway into teaching computing at secondary or further education levels following further training.