As a software engineer, you’ll oversee the development of reliable software systems in modern technology. Reliable software is essential to modern technology, from the embedded systems that make a washing machine work to the flight controllers on a passenger jet. In this course, we’ll focus on the design and development of embedded software systems, including: * software verification systems * real-time and cyber-physical systems You'll study a broad Computer Science curriculum in your first two years. You’ll learn about creative problem-solving, program design and implementation. In your final year, you’ll learn about software engineering and study more specialised modules. You'll also have the option to take part in a paid industry placement or study abroad year. You'll be based in the Urban Sciences Building on our Newcastle Helix campus. You’ll access industry-leading facilities, studying in the same environment as industry leaders. During your degree, you'll apply your knowledge through team and individual projects. You'll choose from an industry challenge or develop a project that solves a real-world problem. You'll plan your approach, select the best software, and work together to create a solution.
A Level: AAB | Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required. | Scottish Higher: AAABB | Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. | Access to HE Diploma: 45 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | A level 3 unit in mathematical studies essential. At least 45 level 3 credits at distinction in a science subject. | Extended Project | We welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 34 UCAS points | Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level and Standard Level Mathematics required at Grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level and completion of a national high school diploma. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | Minimum grade B or 6 in at least five GCSEs required, including Mathematics. | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H1H1H2H2H3 | Including Ordinary Level Mathematics required at grade O2 if not offered at Higher Level. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D3D3M2 | D3,D3,M2 in Principal Subjects. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required. | T Level: D | This course accepts the following T levels: Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction; Digital Production, Design and Development; Digital Business Services; Digital Support Services; Healthcare Science; Science. Distinction overall with minimum grade B in core component. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.
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