Overview

Through the Software Engineering (Hons) course at University of Portsmouth you'll develop systems across diverse infrastructure and build the confidence to discuss complex solutions to issues around software application, such as security considerations and how user lifestyles impact the evolution of software engineering.

Key facts:

Specialise in topics such as data science, AI, robotics, educational computing, graphics, and ethical hacking
Apply your skills through our work with charities and organisations such as Code Club, where you'll help 9-13-year-olds with their Scratch, HTML/CSS, and Python projects
Benefit from our Student Union clubs and societies, such as the IT Society, AI and Robotics Club and Gaming Society
Get the opportunity to study abroad at one of our international partner universities in Europe, South Asia or North America, boosting your global experience and employability skills

Career opportunities:

Our graduates have worked for companies such as:

IBM
Trainline
Office for National Statistics
Khipu Networks – cyber security specialists

General Dynamics – global aerospace and defence company

What jobs can you do with a software engineering degree?

Our graduates now work in roles including:

business developer
software engineer
cloud software engineer (DevOps)
IT support specialist
technical analyst
test analyst

android developer (self employed)

Other graduates have continued their studies at postgraduate level or set up successful businesses with help and support from the University.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Software Engineering Theory and Practice
Usability Engineering
Data Structures and Algorithms
Database Principles
Web Programming

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

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You can apply through the normal UCAS process if you have not yet submitted any applications at all through UCAS. This option remains open until 30 June.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Software Engineering View 261 other Bachelors in Software Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS points - 112-120 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include a relevant subject.
A levels - BBB-BBC, to include a relevant subject.Relevant subjects: Mathematics; Further Mathematics; Statistics; Computer Science; Software Systems Development; Electronics; Physics; Information Technology; Economics.
T-levels - MeritAcceptable T Level Subjects: T Level in Digital: Digital Production, Design and Development, T Level in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning, T Level in Digital Business Services, T Level in Digital Support and Services, T Level in Science, T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing Design and Development, T Level in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing, T Level in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control
BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DDM-DMM
International Baccalaureate - 27

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19200 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Additional Details

EU Students: £10,300 a year (including Transition Scholarship)

Living costs

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

710 - 1099 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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