BEng Software Engineering with Foundation
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Software Engineering with Foundation BEng (Hons), a software engineering degree centred on computing hardware, programming, and web development. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Design & Creative Practice. Students complete a foundation year before progressing through a structured undergraduate curriculum that includes a work placement year option and a final-year project. The course begins with Year 0 modules such as Computer Systems and Networks, Critical Thinking in a Changing World, Foundation Mathematics, and Information Systems and Data Representation. Year 1 introduces foundational concepts through Applications of AI and Prompt Engineering, Mathematics for Computing, Software Development I, and Software Development II. Year 2 advances into practical implementation via Agile Team Project, Back-end Web Development, Data Structures and Algorithms, and Database Systems, alongside optional choices like Mobile Application Development, Mobile Game Development, Practical Machine Learning, and Web Application Penetration Testing. The final year focuses on advanced concepts through Distributed Systems and DevOps Engineering, Full Stack Enterprise Application Development, Secure Software Engineering, and Software Engineering Final Project, with further optional modules including Applications of Large Language Models, Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, and iOS Application Development.
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Entry requirements
A levels – DDE (64 UCAS Tariff points). T levels – 64 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate – 64 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by case basis. BTEC Extended Diploma – MPP. BTEC Diploma – MM. Access – 64 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. In addition to one of the above, you should have: GCSE English Language grade 4/C - IB grade 4 Higher level, GCSE Maths grade 4/C - IB grade 4. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component. We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combinations of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries. Mature entrants without formal qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
What students say
Based on about 39 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 72%
- Learning opportunities: 71%
- Assessment and feedback: 70%
- Academic support: 74%
- Organisation and management: 73%
- Learning resources: 79%
- Student voice: 69%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 150 students who started
- Continued on course: 66%
- Gained a higher qualification: 9%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 9%
What graduates do next
Based on about 17 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 40%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 55%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 35%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 15%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- London: 95%
- South East: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 130 students who started
- A levels: 87%
- Access course: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 12%
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 fully meeting the academic requirement for Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Computer Systems and Networks
- Critical Thinking in a Changing World
- Foundation Mathematics
- Information Systems and Data Representation
- Introduction to Academic Practice
- Programming
- Applications of AI and Prompt Engineering
- Mathematics for Computing
- Software Development I
- Software Development II
- Software Engineering Professional Practices
- Web Design and Development
- Agile Team Project
- Back-end Web Development
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Database Systems
- Object Oriented Programming
- Mobile Application Development
- Mobile Game Development
- Practical Machine Learning
- Web Application Penetration Testing
- Distributed Systems and DevOps Engineering
- Full Stack Enterprise Application Development
- Secure Software Engineering
- Software Engineering Final Project
- Applications of Large Language Models
- Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- iOS Application Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Software Engineering with Foundation at University of Westminster earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £37,000 after 3 years, £45,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £35,000 and £63,500. The £45,500 median after five years is £9,500 more than the UK median for Software engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Software Engineering with Foundation at University of Westminster do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Software Engineering with Foundation at University of Westminster?
72% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Software Engineering with Foundation at University of Westminster?
The typical offer is DDE at A level. The average entrant had 100 UCAS points.
Is BEng Software Engineering with Foundation at University of Westminster 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 fully meeting the academic requirement for Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.
Does BEng Software Engineering with Foundation at University of Westminster 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 Software Engineering with Foundation at University of Westminster?
66% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.