BEng (Hons) Software Engineering, online from 18 months
A UK bachelor degree for working professionals. Study around your job, submit assignments instead of sitting exams, and graduate with a degree awarded by a UK university partner.
£10 to apply · Offer within 24 hours · Apply with qualifications or relevant work experience
Stanmore School of Business Limited — UK registered learning provider since 2017.
- Duration
- 36 months
- Credits
- 360
- Level
- FHEQ Level 6
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £210.71 / month
Built for people who already work
The BEng (Hons) Software Engineering is a UK bachelor’s degree delivered 100% online by LEAP Education and awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The programme totals 360 credits at FHEQ Level 6 and is assessed entirely by assignment, with no written examinations.
Standard completion is 36 months. You can start at any time, study around full-time work and submit coursework online. Fees from £5,900 with interest-free instalment plans. Graduates progress to postgraduate study or senior management roles.
The global demand for software engineers who can architect complex, secure systems from scratch has outpaced the supply of talent capable of delivering beyond simple coding tasks. Companies are no longer hiring individuals who just write functions; they are seeking engineers who understand system resilience, scalability, and the full development lifecycle. This shift creates a distinct advantage for professionals who can demonstrate formal engineering principles rather than just practical scripting skills.
Completing this degree allows you to take ownership of end-to-end software projects, making high-stakes decisions on database integrity, security protocols, and cloud infrastructure. You will be equipped to lead technical design reviews, justify architectural choices to non-technical stakeholders, and deliver enterprise-grade applications that meet international compliance standards. This capability transforms your role from a task executor to a strategic technical leader who drives product reliability and business value.
This programme targets junior developers, IT support specialists, and network technicians with two to five years of experience who find themselves blocked from senior engineering positions. If you are operating in tech hubs across Africa, the Middle East, or Southeast Asia, you likely face a ceiling where local experience is not enough to secure roles with multinational corporations. A recognized engineering qualification provides the necessary credibility to bypass entry-level filters, validate your technical depth, and access senior development roles with global mobility and higher compensation.
Key facts
- Qualification:
- BEng (Hons) Software Engineering
- Level:
- FHEQ Level 6
- Credits:
- 360
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 36 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £210.71 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Level 3 qualification or equivalent, or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Last verified:
- 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
3 stages, one award
Each stage builds towards the final award. Complete every stage to graduate with 360 credits.
Foundations
Principles of management, marketing, finance and people. Equivalent to Year 1 of a UK degree.
120 credits
Applied practice
Operations, HR, law and research skills. Equivalent to Year 2.
120 credits
Honours year
Strategy, international business and a research project leading to the honours award.
120 credits → Graduation
What you'll study
Software Engineering Principles
Enables you to enforce rigorous engineering standards that guarantee system stability and compliance within multinational enterprise architectures.
Computer Systems and Architecture
Empowers you to make authoritative infrastructure decisions that balance performance, scalability, and cost across hybrid global IT environments.
Data Structures and Algorithms
Develops the analytical precision required to optimize critical system components for maximum efficiency under high-volume international operational loads.
Object-Oriented Programming
Instills the modular design discipline necessary to lead complex codebase refactoring and integrate seamlessly into established global development teams.
Software Design Patterns
Allows you to articulate architectural strategies using industry-standard frameworks, accelerating delivery while mitigating technical debt in large-scale systems.
Human-Computer Interaction
Trains you to engineer inclusive digital experiences that drive user adoption and retention across diverse cultural and linguistic markets.
Database Systems
Builds the expertise to architect resilient, secure data layers that support real-time analytics and critical business operations on a global scale.
Web Development Fundamentals
Provides the full-stack proficiency needed to deploy and maintain responsive web platforms that meet the technical expectations of international users.
Software Testing and Validation
Establishes a quality-assurance leadership mindset that safeguards brand integrity by ensuring robust security and reliability before global release.
Project Management for Software Development
Develops the strategic oversight capabilities required to align cross-functional, multi-cultural teams toward the timely delivery of complex software initiatives.
Every module is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Two ways in
Qualifications
A Level 3 qualification or equivalent, or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with 2+ years of relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply. Your practical knowledge counts.
Minimum age 18. International applicants welcome. Send us your certificates and we'll confirm eligibility within 24 hours.
Fully online
No campus visits. Study on any device, in any time zone.
Materials included
Study notes, sample assignments and resources from day one.
24/7 study assistant
Instant explanations and assignment guidance from our AI study assistant.
Tutor feedback
Qualified tutors mark assignments and give feedback by email and chat.
Where this can take you
Designed for working professionals who need a recognised qualification to move into supervisory, management or specialist roles.
Choose your pace
All plans are interest-free and include every module, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
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| Total fee | £5,900 | £6,700 | £5,900 |
| Monthly | £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.83 (total £5,900) | £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700) | £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.74 (total £5,900) |
| Quarterly | £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.52 (total £5,900) | £1,675 × 4 | £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900) |
| Half-yearly | £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900) | £2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700) | £1,475 × 4 |
| Pay in full | £5,605 (save 5%) | £6,365 (save 5%) | £5,605 (save 5%) |
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- Monthly£210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.83 (total £5,900)
- Quarterly£655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.52 (total £5,900)
- Half-yearly£983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900)
- Pay in full£5,605 (save 5%)
- Monthly£478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700)
- Quarterly£1,675 × 4
- Half-yearly£2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700)
- Pay in full£6,365 (save 5%)
- Monthly£327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.74 (total £5,900)
- Quarterly£983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900)
- Half-yearly£1,475 × 4
- Pay in full£5,605 (save 5%)
* Programme fees shown include online learning, study materials and tutor support for the qualification. A separate £10 enrolment fee is payable when you submit your application. Interest-free instalment plans and a 5% discount for paying the full programme fee upfront are available where shown.
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Talk to an adviser on WhatsApp →Who awards your qualification
Your BEng (Hons) Software Engineering is awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers; the awarding university is named in your offer letter. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, supports your admission, learning and tutoring.
Degree level
FHEQ Level 6 on the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications — the same level as a campus award.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235. UK Register of Learning Providers
Start in three steps
- 01
Apply online
Complete the short form and pay the £10 enrolment fee. About five minutes.
- 02
Receive your offer
We confirm eligibility and email your start date and payment options.
- 03
Start learning
Pay your first instalment and get access to your modules.
Common questions
Is this a real UK degree?
Yes. On successful completion you receive a UK degree awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The awarding university is confirmed in your offer letter.
Can I study from outside the UK?
Yes. The programme is 100% online with no campus visits, so you can study from anywhere in the UK or internationally.
Are there any exams?
No. Every unit is assessed through written assignments submitted online. There are no written examinations.
What are the entry requirements?
Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification or equivalent or an equivalent credential. Candidates with 2+ years of relevant professional experience are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 36 months (regular, £5,900); 18 months (fast track, £6,700); 24 months (semi fast track, £5,900). Interest-free instalment plans are available on each option.
When can I start?
You can enrol at any time. Once your application is accepted and the first payment is made, you receive access to the learning platform and study materials.
Who operates LEAP Education?
LEAP Education is a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited (Company No. 10591140, UKPRN 10085235), a UK learning provider.
Last reviewed 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
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