Overview

Key features

During the Software Engineering at De Montfort University you will study in an innovative department with an international reputation for research, training and education in software engineering, with access to facilities and expertise from the Software Technology Research Laboratory (STRL).

Taught by acknowledged experts from the STRL, Software Engineering will equip you with skills you need for industry.

Taught by expert academic staff - taught by experienced experts within the Software Technology Research Laboratory (STRL) with international reputation for research, training and education in software engineering, with access to specialist facilities

High-end facilities - With access to industry standard facilities, you will be taught in our dedicated specialist software research labs with excellent technical support on hand

Flexible study options - full-time, part time or distance learning study options available; making the course suitable for recent graduates and professionals in work

Industry focussed through partnerships - Through our partnership with our Industrial Advisory Group, consisting of: Airbus, BT, Deloitte UK and Rolls-Royce; we can ensure the relevance of our programme to real organisational needs.

Excellent career prospects - graduates have gone on to work in both public and private sector organisations, and have been employed in positions in consultancies and worked for companies including IBM, Deloitte, Airbus and BT

Potential Careers:

Graduates are prepared for positions in consultancies, software houses or project management and can also undertake further study towards a doctoral or PhD degree.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal, Ethical and Professional Practice and Research Methods

Internet of Things

Software Quality Assurance and Testing

Modern Programming Techniques

High Assurance System Design

Critical Systems

Advanced Research Topics in Cyber Technology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-16 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leicester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject
Equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world will be considered
If you have no formal academic qualifications but do have extensive industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis
Download and complete the international application form
A copy of your qualifications
A copy of your English language certificate
A personal statement of at least 500 words explaining why you want to study your chosen course at DMU and any additional information that will support your application
A copy of your passport
Two references

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18600 GBP / year

≈ 18600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10000 GBP / year

≈ 10000 GBP / year

Living costs

Leicester

United Kingdom

751 - 1426 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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