Belfast,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BEng (Hons) Software Engineering With Placement in Belfast United Kingdom | Queen's University Belfast
Queen's University Belfast
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Belfast United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,100
(c. USD30,974.79)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
You wouldn't be viewing this content without the field of software engineering. Technological advancements in software have revolutionized our approach to and engagement with digital tools. Nearly every modern convenience in communication, interaction, and information access relies on software in some capacity. This explains why skilled software engineers are in unprecedented demand.
Whether optimizing app performance for sustainability or building robust, secure application frameworks, Software Engineers possess the expertise to push technological boundaries. At their core, they're creative troubleshooters who can analyze existing systems and systematically improve, upgrade, and reinvent them.
Our degree program provides the analytical thinking, logical problem-solving, and hands-on abilities required to architect, build, and implement complex software solutions. Through our project-focused curriculum, you'll tailor your educational journey to align with your passions. Potential projects span diverse fields - from mobile applications to immersive technologies, medical innovations to space exploration systems or AI automation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A-level
BBB including at least one preferred A-level (see list below) GCSE Mathematics grade C4
OR
ABB including at least one relevant A-level (see list below) GCSE Mathematics grade C4
A maximum of one BTEC OCR Single Award will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level.
Irish Leaving Certificate
H3H3H3H3H4H4 or H3H3H3H3H3 including at least one preferred Leaving Certificate subject at grade H3 (see list below) Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics if not offered at Higher Level
OR
H3H3H3H3H3H3 or H2H3H3H3H3 including at least one relevant Leaving Certificate subject at grade H3 (see list below) Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics International Baccalaureate Diploma
32 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include at least one preferred Higher Level subject (see list below)
OR
33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include at least one relevant Higher Level subject (see list below)
If not offered at Higher Level GCSE then Standard Level grade 4 in English and Mathematics would be accepted.
BTEC Level 3 Extended National Extended Diploma
A relevant computing QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with DDD GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
OR
A relevant computing RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), with DDD GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
OR
A relevant engineering or scientific QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with DDD + GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
IELTS 6.0 with minimum of 5.5 in all four elements of the test
TOEFL iBT 80 with minimum marks as follows Listening- 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17
BBB including at least one preferred A-level (see list below) GCSE Mathematics grade C4
OR
ABB including at least one relevant A-level (see list below) GCSE Mathematics grade C4
A maximum of one BTEC OCR Single Award will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level.
Irish Leaving Certificate
H3H3H3H3H4H4 or H3H3H3H3H3 including at least one preferred Leaving Certificate subject at grade H3 (see list below) Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics if not offered at Higher Level
OR
H3H3H3H3H3H3 or H2H3H3H3H3 including at least one relevant Leaving Certificate subject at grade H3 (see list below) Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics International Baccalaureate Diploma
32 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include at least one preferred Higher Level subject (see list below)
OR
33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include at least one relevant Higher Level subject (see list below)
If not offered at Higher Level GCSE then Standard Level grade 4 in English and Mathematics would be accepted.
BTEC Level 3 Extended National Extended Diploma
A relevant computing QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with DDD GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
OR
A relevant computing RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), with DDD GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
OR
A relevant engineering or scientific QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with DDD + GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
IELTS 6.0 with minimum of 5.5 in all four elements of the test
TOEFL iBT 80 with minimum marks as follows Listening- 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17
Tuition
GBP
23,100