Software Engineering (Top-up)

London Metropolitan University
Undergraduate BEng (Hon) Full-time 1 Year Software engineering

About this course

Why study this course?

If you have a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) or a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a computing-based subject or equivalent, this internationally recognised qualification gives you a chance to top-up to a degree. Giving you key skills in building software with the latest theoretical understanding, complete with full coverage of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Certificate in Software Testing syllabus, this career-focused degree is designed to help you succeed in the workplace.

More about this course

This course will provide you with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills in software development and maintenance. You’ll work with the most up-to-date technologies and study the latest industry practices to prepare you for a career in the field.

On this course, you’ll study application development and software engineering and undertake a related project of your choosing. You’ll also have the option to specialise in subjects that interest you, such as artificial intelligence, digital crime or ethical hacking.

There’ll also be the option to undertake a work placement to further boost your CV and expose you to the industry.

What our students say

"I really enjoyed learning about new software and new skill sets that could help me in the future." National Student Survey

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: BEng (Hon)

Location: Islington

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: BEng (Hon)

Location: Islington

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2139 Information technology professionals
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2141 Web design professionals
3131 IT operations technicians
3132 IT user support technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Islington
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Software engineering