BEng Engenharia de Software

What you will study

All module information is for 2023 entry and is subject to change.

First Year

• Fundamentals of Programming
• Mathematics for Computing
• Technical and Professional Skills
• Computer Architecture and Systems Software
• Internet Technologies
• Software Design and Development

Second Year

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Database Systems
• Computer Communications and Networks
• Enterprise-Pro
• System Security Management

Final Year

Core

• Final Year Project
• Large Scale Data Driven Applications
• Software Systems Design and Testing

Option

• Mobile Application Development
• Numerical Methods and Computer Graphics
• Machine Learning
• Concurrent and Distributed Systems
• Principles of Security Technologies

Learning and Assessment

Most modules use a mixture of formal lectures, practical lab sessions, tutorials and seminars. Some modules involve supervised group work, usually with an assigned academic staff member for each group. All modules require students to undertake independent study, supported through distance learning technologies such as our Virtual Learning Environment.

Reading lists and suggested resources for independent study provide further direction for students to undertake this work, and regular contact hours and informal feedback throughout the courses provide opportunities for further guidance for learners.

Assessments for modules mostly take the form of practical coursework, lab tests and written exams, with all forms being well represented throughout all years of the course across all modules.

In the Enterprise Pro module, the students work on a project for external clients or collaborators in industry and academia. The projects are specifically tailored to be aligned with the studies and the topics that the students have studied.

Through these projects, the students gain crucial industry knowledge and experience to improve their employability prospects and professional skills as well as knowledge of industry developments and their needs, which helps enhance their skills. The clients end up with software products that could be potentially used by their organisations.

The students working in small groups are closely supervised and supported through laboratory practical sessions to ensure they have the right technical input to support the project and are delivering on time and keeping on track. Their interactions within the teams and with the external clients are continuously monitored by a group tutor.

Career Prospects

Career prospects for this course are exceptionally strong and you’ll have tremendous flexibility to undertake a wide variety of career paths. Software is at the heart of modern society, controlling computers and machines to accomplish a wide variety of tasks – from app development to medical robots, to banking systems. Almost every industry in the world benefits from computing technology and approaches and needs graduates with relevant skills to propel them forward into the future.

Recent graduates from this programme have gone on to work in many fascinating areas and industries, working at companies such as:

• IBM
• Intel
• Microsoft
• Hewlett-Packard (HP)
• Cap Gemini
• FDM Group
• Centrica
• BBC
• British Sky Broadcasting
• Rolls Royce
• JP Morgan
• NHS trusts
• GE
• Deutsche Post AG
• Goldman Sachs
• Skipton Building Society
• Societe General
• Expressbank
• Thomson Reuters

Career Support

The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career and Employability Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the Careers website.

Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of our programmes, there is direct input by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops.