Computer Science (Software Engineering) with an Industrial Placement Year

Learn state-of-the-art software design and programming technologies, and also practise your skills in project management, teamwork and working with customers - skills expected by employers. Get a solid grounding in the fundamentals of computer science and the opportunity to explore aspects of artificial intelligence.

Learn the art of engineering complex software systems, and how to apply that knowledge to this ever-expanding industry. Put your learning into practice with the opportunity to work in industry for a year.

Sheffield’s software engineering MEng gives you a solid grounding in the fundamentals of software engineering, as well as computer science and the opportunity to explore aspects of artificial intelligence.

The course not only teaches you state-of-the-art software design and programming technologies, but also lets you practise skills that employers want in every candidate – project management, teamwork and working with customers.

In your third year you'll take a specialist module on software testing and analysis, giving you the skills to create robust software systems. Optional modules which cover topics such as software re-engineering, cybersecurity, and software for mobile devices give you the scope to tailor your degree to your interests.

In your final year, you'll continue with advanced software engineering modules in Verification and Testing, Computer Security and Forensics, and you'll participate in Genesys – our student-led software development organisation – solving customers’ problems, using agile software engineering and lean startup practice.

Why study this course?

• Industrial placement year - you have the option to either study abroad for a year or spend a year working in industry, gaining real-world experience and connections. Get inspiration from companies who join us on campus for employability fairs and networking sessions and from our students who have done placements at companies including Deloitte, The Walt Disney Company, and Samsung SDS Europe.

• Be part of a student-led software company - get hands-on practical experience by choosing our Genesys module. Support real customers to solve genuine problems, using agile software engineering and lean startup practice – preparing you for an exciting and varied career.

• Professional skills and group work - professional, communication and presentation skills help to create more employable computer scientists and software engineers.

• Specialist teaching facilities - you'll have access to the latest hardware, software and operating systems, plus high-spec graphics computers and a robotics arena in our dedicated computer labs in The Diamond.

• Support throughout your degree - our dedicated student welfare advisor is available to provide support, for example, if you are feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling to adjust to student life.