Software Engineering MEng
University of Huddersfield
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 60 graduates of Software Engineering MEng and other courses in Software Engineering, Development & Programming at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Software Engineering, Development & Programming.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Software Engineering, Development & Programming
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Software Engineering, Development & Programming 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 | £27000 | £23000 | £26500 |
25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £30000 | £17000 - £28500 | £20000 - £33000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Software Engineering, Development & Programming
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27961 | £25489 | £30091 |
25-75 percentile range | £23885 - £33047 | £18348 - £32603 | £21339 - £39812 |
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Course Description
Today's digital world is entirely dependent on computer software. Everyday activities, such as communicating through social media or booking tickets, depend on well-designed and well-developed software that powers information systems. Entire industry sectors, from manufacturing and construction to healthcare and finance, have been transformed through software engineering. This course aims to put you at the forefront of the discipline by developing your skills and knowledge across all phases of the software process.
Why Study Software Engineering MEng at University of Huddersfield?
This is an integrated Master’s version of the Software Engineering BSc(Hons) course. This MEng course has been designed to build on our BSc(Hons) degree and provide you with a deeper specialist knowledge of software engineering, preparing you for potentially exciting careers including software engineer, server and storage analyst, and senior developer.
This MEng course offers many opportunities for project work and developing pieces of working software. You’ll be able to participate in an optional supervised work placement in your area of interest, boosting your employability at the same time.
You’ll also explore contemporary methods and techniques in software development on this course.
Professional Bodies
This course is fully accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT and by completing it, you’ll have fulfilled the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional and for achieving Chartered Engineer status.
Why Huddersfield?
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
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 Software Engineering MEng at University of Huddersfield
40% | Natural and social science professionals |
25% | Elementary occupations |
10% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Natural and social science professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Software Engineering, Development & Programming
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Qualification requirements
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
In addition you must have GCSE English Language or Literature at grade 4 or above and Maths at grade 5 or above, or grade C and B respectively if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme. Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Software Engineering MEng
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £17600 | year 1 |
International | £17600 | year 1 |
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)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Huddersfield in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Huddersfield in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #44
- #501
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 28 university rankings of University of Huddersfield
About University of Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.
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Student composition of University of Huddersfield
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Huddersfield by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11075
- postgraduates:
- 3010
- Total:
- 14085
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Software Engineering”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Software Engineering MEng (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 82% | 15% | 9% | £9250 | £12500 | 125 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Science (Software Engineering) MEng (Hons) | University of Hull | 80% | 25% | 0% | £9250 £9250 | £18300 £19500 | 118 | Hull | On campus Full-time | |
Software Engineering MEng | University of Huddersfield | 63% | 5% | 15% | £9250 | £17600 | 131 | Huddersfield | On campus Full-time | |
Electronic and Software Engineering MEng (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | 84% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £26100 £24800 | 175 | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time | |
Software Engineering (with integrated year in industry) MEng (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 100% | 0% | 10% | £9000 | £18830 | 145 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time | |
Software Engineering MSci (with Year in Industry) MSc | Liverpool Hope University | 82% | 15% | 9% | £9250 | £12500 | 125 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Software Engineering MSci (with Foundation Year) MSc | Liverpool Hope University | 82% | 15% | 9% | £9250 | £12500 | 125 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Science (Software Engineering) with an Industrial Placement Year MEng (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 85% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £29110 | 151 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Computing (Software Engineering) MEng (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | 70% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £40940 | 222 | London | On campus Full-time | |
Software Engineering MSci MSc | Liverpool Hope University | 82% | 15% | 9% | £9250 | £12500 | 125 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
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)