BSc Software Engineering with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Project Management, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The degree is accredited by the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT. Students undertake an individual final-year project demonstrating software engineering understanding.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: In addition to Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 64 UCAS Tariff points - Grade E in Maths or Computing/IT. 72 UCAS Tariff points - any subject/grade combination. A level: 64 UCAS Tariff points - Grade E in Maths or Computing/IT. 72 UCAS Tariff points - any subject/grade combination. BTEC: MPP - Maths or Computing/IT. MMP from other subjects. T level: Pass (D or E). Any subject accepted. Must have passed all components. Access to HE: 64 UCAS Tariff points from a QAA-approved, IT-related, science, or engineering course. 72 UCAS Tariff points from a QAA-approved in any other subject. Scottish Highers: Minimum One at Higher Level. 64 UCAS Tariff points - Maths or IT-related. 72 UCAS Tariff points - any subject/grade combination. Irish Leaving Certificate: Minimum One at Higher Level. 64 UCAS Tariff points - Maths or IT-related. 72 UCAS Tariff points - any subject/grade combination. IB: 26 points, including Grade 4 in Higher Level Maths, Science, Engineering, or Technology.
What students say
Based on about 32 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 77%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 72%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 71%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 30%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
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 40 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Computer Systems
- Computer Programming
- Computing Mathematics FY
- Web Programming
- Inside Computer Systems
- 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
- Deep Learning
- 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 with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year at University of Salford?
The typical offer is 26 points in the IB. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Does BSc Software Engineering with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year at University of Salford?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.