Learn to design and build software applications, websites and mobile apps using a variety of programming languages.
It’s possible to combine placement and foundation year options. Contact us to discuss what you can do, or choose your preferred option when you apply.
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Explore various areas of software development, including software architecture, user interface design, software testing and quality assurance, and database management, and gain hands-on experience through team-based projects, placements, and industry-partner Live Briefs.
You’ll develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration while working on industry-standard equipment and software, which will help open doors to a range of career opportunities upon graduation.
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We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
The Software Development degree has allowed me to embrace my passion for software engineering and iterate my skills so that I am confident in finding employment in this field.
A degree in software development can open up a range of exciting career opportunities, from software developer to data analyst to database administrator.
We co-created this course with employers, so you can be confident that you’ll graduate with the skills they need. Peterborough is a globally recognised ‘smart city’ with a gigabit network, located in Cambridgeshire, the home of ‘Silicon Fen’ – a centre for high-tech companies. What better place to kick-start your career in the IT sector?
You’ll start the course by getting to grips with the essentials of software development, database design, computer networking and web design.
In Year 2, you'll step up to applying these methods and principles by analysing, designing, and implementing software solutions.
At the same time, you’ll learn methodologies such as agile and DevOps, and explore machine learning and algorithms.
In your final year, you’ll complete a major research project on a relevant topic that interests you, while continuing to gain knowledge and skills that will future-proof your career.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
To prepare you for university study, you can take a foundation year at the start of this course. Find out more about foundation years.
You can choose to take an optional placement year as part of this course. Placements typically happen in Year 3, and your course will take four years overall. Find out more about placement years.
It’s possible to combine placement and foundation year options. Contact us to discuss what you can do, or choose your preferred option when you apply.
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You’ll learn in some of the newest university facilities in the country, at the stunning, purpose-built ARU Peterborough campus, at the heart of the city.
Using industry-standard equipment and software, you’ll spend lots of time in our dedicated computing labs.
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