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BEng(Hons) Software Engineering

The course provides a solid foundation in software engineering theories and practices to develop enterprise level software systems. It provides career pathways in software engineering, web application development, mobile application development, Analysis and design of Software systems etc.

Awarded by the University of Westminster UK

Recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka

Accredited by the BCS, UK

Next Intake

September, 2021

Intakes - January/September

Duration

4 Years (Full Time)

Associated Careers

Software Engineer
Web Application Programmer
Software Designer/Analyst
Website Designer/Programmer
Senior Team Leader

The degree will also give you adequate knowledge and study skills to continue with further study and/or research.

Course Outline

The course covers software development process models, programming languages, technologies and tools including Object-Oriented Programming languages, OO analysis and design techniques, database designing and practice, mobile application development, web application development, security and forensics etc. BEng (Hons) software engineering Students will have the option of transferring to Level 5 of the BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree upon completion of the first year.

Year 01
Year 02
Year 03 - Industrial Placement
Year 04

Core Modules

Trends in Computer Science
Computer Systems Fundamentals
Software Development I
Web Design and Development
Mathematics for Computing
Software Development II

Core Modules

Object Oriented Programming
Database Systems
Software
Development Group Project
Machine learning and Data Mining
Algorithms: Theory, Design and Implementation

Optional Modules

Network Software Engineering
Mobile Application Development
Server-side Web Development
Operating Systems Programming
Robotic Principles
Business Analytics
Award of Diploma of Higher Education available

A 12 month placement period is compulsory between years 2 and 4. This experience will give you additional practical skills and a competitive edge in the job market. This mandatory placement will not only empower a student with a degree but also with the necessary work experience. With this added advantage, IIT students have a 100% employment assurance and are most often selected for high income employment at renowned organisations.

Core Modules

Final Year Project
Formal Methods
Cyber-Security
Concurrent Programming

Optional Modules

Advanced Server-side Web Programming
Applied Robotics
Advanced Analytics
Mobile Native Application
Development
Internet of Things
Applied Distributed Systems Programming
Applied Intelligence - Smart Algorithms for Modern and Ethical AI

Entry Requirements

Students should obtain a minimum of 3 passes at the GCE Advanced Level or Foundation Certificate in Higher Education and obtain a minimum of 6 passes in the GCE Ordinary Level with Credit passes in English & Mathematics.