MEng

Software Engineering (with integrated year in industry)

Software Engineering (with integrated year in industry) Code G601 Attend an Open Day Attend an Open Day

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Key Facts

G601

  • UCAS Tariff

    144 - 136

  • Course duration

    5 years

Available for September start 2025

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The integrated Master's in Software Engineering, at Aberystwyth University, is accredited by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) and is concerned with the production of large, high-quality and often long-lived, software systems.

Career enhancing, the work in this area requires not only a deep understanding of software and related technologies, but also an appreciation of the management and professional issues associated with the development of large systems.

The integrated Year in Industry will give you invaluable experience, which employers seek. Being taught by research-led staff, in a supportive learning environment, will also help you attain highly valuable and transferable skills for your future career.

Course Overview

Why study MEng Software Engineering at Aberystwyth?

  • Programming in a number of different languages with emphasis on the production of robust and secure code that is based on sound design and development principles
  • Large-scale software development
  • Telecommunications and distributed systems technologies
  • Database management systems and secure handling of data
  • Professional and management issues in software engineering
Our Staff

Almost all of the Department of Computer Science lecturers are qualified to PhD level, and those who are not have considerable research or industrial experience. All new lecturers are required to obtain the PGCTHE, and hence are Senior Fellows or Fellows of the Higher Education Academy. The department also employs a number of part time demonstrators and tutors and some student demonstrators, who are selected from our undergraduate and postgraduate students. Research fellows and research assistants (mostly PhD qualified) may also be involved in delivering occasional teaching when it is appropriate.

Modules September start - 2025

Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.

Core

Module Name Module Code Credit Value
Algorithm Design and Data Structures * CS21120 20
C and C++ CS23820 20
Modelling Persistent Data * CS27020 20
Software Engineering * CS22120 20

Options

Module Name Module Code Credit Value
Artificial Intelligence CS26520 20
Robotics and Embedded Systems CS26020 20
Scientific Python * CS24520 20

Core

Module Name Module Code Credit Value
Sandwich Year CSS0060 60

Core

Module Name Module Code Credit Value
Major Project CS39440 40
Mobile Development with Android CS31620 20
Professional Issues in the Computing Industry * CS38220 20

* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh

Careers

Our degree prepares you for a variety of careers:

  • software design
  • communications and networking
  • computer applications
  • web development
  • IT consultancy and management
  • systems analysis and development
  • computer sales and marketing
  • education.

What skills do I acquire from this degree?

Employability skills are the core values of our degree.

As part of your degree you will be required to take part in a first year residential weekend where you and other students will have work in teams to solve problems.

This activity will encourage and improve:

  • communication skills
  • analytical skills
  • time Management
  • working Independently and as part of a team
  • organisation skills
  • implementation skills
  • research skills
  • technical skills.

Industrial Year students have the opportunity to join a second year residential weekend concentrating on skills to help you find a great placement. This includes:

  • CV skills
  • interview practice
  • networking with employers
  • online presence.

Teaching & Learning

What will I learn?

The breakdown below will provide you with an illustration of what you may study during the five year degree scheme.

In your first year you may be introduced to:

  • programming
  • computer infrastructure
  • web development
  • problems and solutions.

In your second year you may discover:

  • C/C ++
  • databases
  • software development lifecycle (This module will allow you to take a role which exists in the industry i.e. project manager, designer etc, you will be required to produce a working software product, following best current industrial practice at every stage.)
  • data structures and algorithms
  • other exciting elective modules.

In your third year, you may be taking part in your work placement, with the assistance of the department. By the end of this placement you will have the knowledge and understanding to make a substantial contribution in the workplace, and you will also return to University with a greater sense of motivation.

In your fourth year, you may explore:

  • development processes, techniques and technologies for constructing real operational software
  • individual project, where you will develop a piece of software in an area of particular interest to you
  • a range of further electives to specialise in areas of your choice.

In your final year, you may explore or undertake;

  • current issues in software engineering
  • mobile devices and application
  • the internet and how it really works
  • intelligent systems
  • a group programming project.

How will I be taught?

  •  Our enthusiastic staff will teach you through the medium of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals and individual/ group based project work.
  • You will be assessed through a combination of coursework, practicals, projects, workshops and examinations.
  •  You will be assigned a personal tutor throughout your degree course, who will help you with any problems or queries, whether these are academic-related or personal issues. You should feel free to contact them at any time for help and advice.
  • You will also have the opportunity to complete a Personal Development Plan (PDP) at Aberystwyth. This is a structured process of self-appraisal, reflection, and planning, which will enable you to chart your personal, academic and professional development throughout your time at university. By recording your academic performance, and highlighting the skills you already have and those you will need for future employability, the PDP portfolio will equip you with the necessary tools to plan effectively, develop successful approaches to study, and consider your future career options and aspirations.

Student Testimonials

I love the fact that I am learning best practices and methodologies, directly applicable and preparative to working in my dream role as a software engineer. Having the chance to try out what I have learnt while away for a year in industry has been absolutely amazing, and proven just how much my time at Aberystwyth has taught me! Christopher Michael King

Software engineering is fantastic! The course is not what people may think - there are lots of incredible people to learn from, be friends with and work with. The department helps with everything from assignments to personal projects, they will even help you find an industrial year placement and write that all-important perfect CV. Will Molyneux

Typical Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff 144 - 136

A Levels AAA-AAB

GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh and Mathematics

BTEC National Diploma:
DDD-DDM

International Baccalaureate:
34-32 points overall

European Baccalaureate:
80% overall

English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.

Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.

The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.

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