BEng (Hons) Software Engineering with Foundation Year, online from 10 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
- 480
- 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 with Foundation Year 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 480 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.
Enterprise software is no longer built by isolated coders but by engineers who understand the full lifecycle from system architecture to deployment security. The global hiring market has shifted to reject portfolio-only candidates for mid-level roles, creating a rigid barrier where your GitHub contributions are dismissed as hobbyist work unless backed by a formal engineering credential.
You gain the technical authority to design scalable systems, lead critical code reviews, and negotiate architectural decisions with non-technical stakeholders. This qualification transforms your profile from a script writer into a certified engineer capable of managing complex development projects, allowing you to pass automated HR filters and secure interviews at multinational tech firms that require degree verification.
Key facts
- Qualification:
- BEng (Hons) Software Engineering with Foundation Year
- Level:
- FHEQ Level 6
- Credits:
- 480
- 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 480 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
Introduction to Software Engineering
Aligns your technical approach with international agile standards to ensure seamless integration into global engineering teams.
Programming Fundamentals
Establishes the core coding logic necessary to translate complex business requirements into reliable digital products.
Data Structures and Algorithms
Enables you to design efficient, scalable solutions that maintain performance under the high-load demands of enterprise systems.
Computer Systems and Architecture
Provides the technical authority to optimize software performance across diverse global hardware environments and cloud infrastructures.
Software Design Patterns and Principles
Equips you to architect maintainable codebases that support large-scale collaboration and long-term technical debt management.
Human-Computer Interaction
Develops the ability to design intuitive, accessible interfaces that drive user engagement across diverse international markets.
Database Systems and Management
Trains you to engineer secure, high-performance data architectures that underpin critical business intelligence and operational continuity.
Web Development Fundamentals
Builds the technical proficiency required to deploy responsive, cross-platform web applications that reach a global user base.
Operating Systems and Security
Instills a security-first mindset to protect digital assets and ensure compliance with strict international data protection regulations.
Software Engineering Project Management
Prepares you to lead technical delivery teams and manage complex projects using industry-standard frameworks for on-time, on-budget execution.
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
A published source has not yet been matched to a salary figure for these roles.
Indicative UK salary information for related occupations. Figures reflect the referenced occupation and data source, not guaranteed earnings after completing this qualification.
Choose your pace
All plans are interest-free and include every module, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| This page36 monthsregular | Most popular18 monthsfast track | Most popular24 monthssemi fast track | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 with Foundation Year 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.
Insights and Q&A
Extra detail beyond this page — written for learners researching fees, assessment and outcomes.
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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