Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Year-in-Industry BSc (Hons)
Royal Holloway, University of London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 190 graduates of Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Year-in-Industry BSc (Hons) and other courses in Computer Science at Royal Holloway, University of London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Science.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Computer Science courses of Royal Holloway, University of London
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Computing
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Computer Science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £34500 | £34000 | £42500 |
25-75 percentile range | £30000 - £43000 | £27000 - £39000 | £32000 - £52500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Computing
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £29508 | £25180 | £29878 |
25-75 percentile range | £24622 - £35312 | £18838 - £32904 | £21658 - £40986 |
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Course Description
Our technological world has created a tremendous demand for professionals who can design, build and maintain computer programmes, databases. This four-year, year in industry programme with a specialism in software engineering will give you a strong foundation of knowledge, skills and practical experience to kickstart your career in software. Your extended work placement will give you skills and awareness that can only be acquired in a real work environment, and will help to set you apart when you apply for jobs. Our software engineering teaching has been hailed as a‘best practice’ example of computer science education by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.
Developed in consultation with industry, our progressive curriculum will give you a solid grounding in the fundamentals of computing and application development. You will learn from software professionals and leading academics to apply engineering principles to the design, development, implementation and maintenance of all kinds of software. We cover the whole process of software development, from initial client briefs through to costing, scheduling and efficient delivery. From the outset you will be experimenting with programming games, robots, Gadgeteer kits, Subversion, JUnit testing, Scrum-based Agile software and more, in our well-equipped laboratories. You will develop team working, time management and communication skills, and a strong professional ethos.
Your year in industry will start at the end of year 2. We are located in the famous M4 corridor, known as 'England's Silicon Valley', and we enjoy close links with many of its leading technology companies. If you are unable to go ahead with your placement you will have the option of transferring onto our equivalent three-year BSc programme. In your final year you will also have the flexibility to choose between a range of optional courses.
We are a highly respected, research-focused department with a friendly approach and award-winning teaching. We offer a summer work placement programme and a dedicated personal adviser to guide you through your studies. You will also be welcome to join our thriving Computing Society. We are one of only seven departments in the UK to hold the Athena SWAN bronze award for our commitment to increasing female participation in computer science.
The BCS has distinguished our teaching of Software Engineering as 'Best Practice'.
You will be taught by staff with extensive industrial experience, three of whom are certified Scrum Masters.
You will learn to master the process of software engineering, from initial client meetings through to delivery.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Year-in-Industry BSc (Hons) at Royal Holloway, University of London
78% | Administrative occupations |
4% | Sales occupations |
4% | Caring personal services |
3% | Design occupations |
3% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
2% | Teaching Professionals |
2% | Business and public service associate professionals |
1% | Customer service occupations |
1% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
- (minimum 7.0 in Writing)
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Year-in-Industry BSc (Hons)
EU | £25200 | year 1 |
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Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £25200 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The tuition fee for UK undergraduates is controlled by Government regulations. For students starting a degree in the academic year 2024/25, the fee is £9,250 for that year.
Royal Holloway reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually for overseas fee-paying students. Please be aware that tuition fees can rise during your degree. The upper limit of any such annual rise has not yet been set for courses starting in 2024 but will advertised here once confirmed. For further information see fees and funding and our terms and conditions.
These estimated costs relate to studying this particular degree at Royal Holloway during the 2024/25 academic year, and are included as a guide. Costs, such as accommodation, food, books and other learning materials and printing etc., have not been included.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of Royal Holloway, University of London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Royal Holloway, University of London in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #21
- #25
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- Computer Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #27
- #301
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 27 university rankings of Royal Holloway, University of London
About Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway, University of London, was founded in 1886, and is located in the suburban setting of Egham, South East England. The campus is home to an impressive Victorian era Picture Gallery, which serves as a museum for a collection of highly-valued art. The Royal Holloway Founder’s Building, the main feature of the campus, is where students will find their on-site accommodation, as well as the old style but extensively equipped library.
List of 336 Bachelor and Master Courses from Royal Holloway, University of London - Course Catalogue
Student composition of Royal Holloway, University of London
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Total number of students enrolled at Royal Holloway, University of London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 9410
- postgraduates:
- 2340
- Total:
- 11750
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Computer Science”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)