Software Development [with Foundation Year] [with Placement year] Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Software Development [with Foundation Year] [with Placement year] Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Learn to design and build software applications, websites and mobile apps using a variety of programming languages.
Explore various areas of software development, including software architecture, user interface design, software testing and quality assurance, and database management, and gain hands-on experience through team-based projects, placements, and industry-partner Live Briefs.
You’ll develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration while working on industry-standard equipment and software, which will help open doors to a range of caree...
Learn to design and build software applications, websites and mobile apps using a variety of programming languages.
Explore various areas of software development, including software architecture, user interface design, software testing and quality assurance, and database management, and gain hands-on experience through team-based projects, placements, and industry-partner Live Briefs.
You’ll develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration while working on industry-standard equipment and software, which will help open doors to a range of career opportunities upon graduation.
Why ARU?
Study in Peterborough, a globally recognised ‘smart city’ with a gigabit network
Work in dedicated computing labs, using industry-standard kit
Choose a degree that’s been co-created with employers so you graduate with in-demand skills
Build practical experience through [Live Briefs](https://www.aru.ac.uk/404-not-found?item=web%3a%7bE43BE3D5-C9AB-4A1C-930E-3BBCBED120BE%7d%40en#live-briefs) from industry partners
Benefit from small class sizes, so we’ll know you and understand how to support you
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
ARU Peterborough
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A66-D55
Institution Code
A60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSE passes at grade 3 or D or above and evidence of two years post-GCSE study at Level 3. If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two year post-GCSE study requirement, but you still have to meet the GCSE requirements.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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