Software Engineering
The University of EdinburghSoftware Engineering BEng (Hon) is an undergraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. 70% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £36,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is A*A*A* - AAB.
A-Level Entry
A*A*A* - AAB
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
70.18%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£36,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
The study of software engineering will allow you to write good software and give you the necessary engineering skills to meet system requirements, including:
* reliability
* maintainability
* usability
* cost-effectiveness
Our programme includes the practical application of computing sciences, as computer systems grow in size and complexity.
We offer a wide range of courses delivered by leaders in their field. Our degree flexibility allows you to tailor your experience to your interests and be in control of your learning.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Software engineering
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £36,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ