BSc Software Engineering
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Project Management, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The degree is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT. An individual final-year project is completed as part of the programme.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: In addition to the following Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 112 UCAS points. A level: Two full A-levels required as a minimum, including grade C in Computer Science, Computer Studies, IT, ICT, Maths or a numerate science. BTEC: DMM in Computer Science, Computer Studies, IT, ICT, Maths or a numerate science. T level: Overall Grade M in Digital Production, Design and Development or Digital Support Services. Must have passed all components.
What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 77%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 72%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 25%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 175 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 91%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Programming 1
- Programming 2
- Professional Development and Practices
- Web Development and Human Computer Interfaces
- Computer System Internals and Linux
- Database Systems
- Design Patterns
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Software Project with Agile Techniques (Salford HackCamp)
- Networking and Security
- Career Development
- Software Evolution
- Client Server Systems
- Software Quality Management
- Dependable Software Engineering
- Project for Software Engineering
- Virtual Reality and 3D Games
- Mobile Development
- Information Security Management
- Business Management
- Advanced Web Development
- Deep Learning
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Software Engineering at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £41,000. The £29,500 median after five years is £6,500 less than the UK median for Software engineering.
What do graduates of BSc Software Engineering at University of Salford do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Software Engineering at University of Salford?
77% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Software Engineering at University of Salford?
The average entrant had 127 UCAS points.
Is BSc Software Engineering at University of Salford accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Does BSc Software Engineering at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Software Engineering at University of Salford?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.