BSc (Hons) Software Development in Stoke-On-Trent United Kingdom | University of Staffordshire

Embark on a journey to become a software developer and master the inner workings of websites. Our BSc (Hons) Software Development degree equips you with expertise in this dynamic field. You'll delve into server-side programming, interface design, and mobile app development, gaining the skills to program for websites, distributed systems, and cloud platforms to propel businesses forward. This hands-on program emphasizes practical experience through live projects, hackathons, and simulated company setups. Many students choose a paid placement year, gaining valuable industry experience with local, national, or international companies. You'll also benefit from our strong industry connections, including opportunities to earn AWS and Cisco certifications, and present your work at GradEX, our final-year showcase.
The curriculum covers the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to systems integration. You'll learn about application types, software architectures, frameworks, and design patterns while mastering programming in Java, C#, Android, and Swift, along with clean coding principles. Additional focus areas include cybersecurity, networking, AI applications in software development, and data analytics. Our cutting-edge facilities feature industry-standard equipment, including a dedicated lab with simulators and physical devices, plus a usability lab with eye-tracking technology.
Level 3 introduces study skills, data analytics, networks, cybersecurity, AI, programming, hardware, and personal computing projects.
Level 4 explores computer architecture, operating systems, algorithms, programming, networks, cloud computing, AI, software development, databases, and cybersecurity.
Level 5 advances into project management, interfaces, advanced programming, web and mobile apps, cloud, and networks.
Level 6 culminates with a dissertation, advanced software development, AI, web media, frameworks, distributed apps, networking, and optional certifications.

Career Prospects
With a growing demand for software developers in the UK, our graduates enjoy exceptional opportunities. Many secure positions through their placements, pursuing careers as software developers, application developers, web developers, or programmers. Other potential roles include computer network architect, hardware engineer, systems analyst, or information security specialist.