BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year
About this course
BEng in Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year, a software engineering degree covering essential analytical and technical foundations. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, and Mathematical Modelling. The course includes a dedicated foundation year designed for applicants who do not meet standard entry requirements, establishing baseline competencies in mathematics, physics, and engineering. The initial year establishes foundational knowledge through compulsory modules including Introduction to Engineering, Foundations of Physics with Computing, and Further Foundation Mathematics. Students also navigate optional pathways involving Core Foundation Mathematics or Foundation Core and Enhanced Mathematics to support subsequent degree-level study.
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 97%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 33 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 80%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 85%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 75 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 9%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 32%
- East Midlands: 9%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 34%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- 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.
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Engineering
- Foundations of Physics with Computing
- Further Foundation Mathematics
- Core Foundation Mathematics
- Foundation Core and Enhanced Mathematics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £38,500 after 3 years, £53,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £41,000 and £76,500. The £53,000 median after five years is £17,000 more than the UK median for Software engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 149 UCAS points.
Is BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield accredited?
Yes. 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. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Does BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BEng Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.