Overview

The bachelor programme in software development is a broad education that prepares you for a successful career as a software developer with great opportunities for your development.

The programme contains both theoretical and practical elements to help you develop the skills and abilities you need to succeed in working life. You learn to program, mainly in Java and Python, develop web applications, client/server applications and apps for mobile platforms in other exciting programming languages. An academic programme syllabus is combined with practical experiences where you will be able to test your new skills in practice throughout the course.

As a software developer, you have the opportunity to work with ground-breaking technologies, and build software applications that solve real-world problems. With the existing demand for software developer skills in the job market, the job opportunities are many.

Software development is a lucrative industry with salaries that are among the highest in the technology industry. Students who have completed the program are highly regarded in the job market and most of them get qualified jobs immediately after graduation.

Programme Structure

During the education you learn how to program and develop web applications, client/server applications and mobile apps. You also learn to work with key technologies such as cloud services, data analysis and machine learning, which will strengthen your competitiveness in the labor market and prepare you for a career in an expanding industry.

You will also learn to work according to methods used in real work environments, for example agile system development and test-driven development. The programme contains computer science core subjects such as algorithm theory, operating systems, data communication and data security, which are required for becoming a good software developer.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kristianstad, Sweden

Disciplines

Mathematics Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 4 other Bachelors in Software Engineering in Sweden

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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

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

General requirements for university studies in Sweden.
Specific requirements: intermediate level mathematics (equivalent of Swedish course Mathematics 2A or 2B or 2C)

Selection: Final school grades/Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

135000 SEK / year

≈ 135000 SEK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

(EU/EEA Citizens are not required to pay fees)

Living costs

Kristianstad

Sweden

6600 - 10400 SEK / month

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

Funding

Each year Kristianstad University offers a number of scholarships to qualified students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland.

For more information: https://www.hkr.se/en/study-at-hkr/non-exchange-student/scholarship/

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Scholarships Information

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