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FdEng Software Engineering

Software engineering is currently one of the most in demand skills in the UK. This program is based on an innovative and dynamic curriculum, designed and delivered in collaboration with key employers.

Why Choose This Course?

Students will cover a range of computing, programming, and software engineering concepts throughout the course. The course is vocationally based with lots of practical hands-on tuition and links to relevant local industry employers.

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Start date: 22/09/2025

Course code
HESWENG25T
Level
Level 5
Location
Truro College
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Foundation Degree
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Top Course Highlights

in demand skill

Links to employers

theoretical and practical understanding

Outstanding facilities

What Will I Learn?

This course covers the fundamental aspects of programming and software engineering as well as software development industry practices. You will be presented with new and challenging opportunities that will increase your level of expertise and technological knowhow.

Alongside practical programming modules, you will also gain a wider understanding of key industry concepts, such as project management, software development practices and methodologies, data analytics, management and big data, computational thinking, systems architecture and software testing. On successful completion of this course, you will have both a theoretical and practical understanding of software engineering.

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Modules
• Software Development Practices
• Introductory Programming
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Data Management (Relational and NoSQL)
• Website Development
• Agile Project Management
• Data Structure and Algorithms (Design Patterns)
• Object Orientated Programming (C++ into C#)
• Software Testing
• Server-Side Programming

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Where Will It Take Me?

The FdEng Software Engineering will prepare you for a career in the software development industry, the course has a mix of practical and vocational skills along with linking basic theoretical concepts to practice and is ideal for individuals who are embarking in this exciting field. Top employment opportunities:

  • Software Developer
  • Application Developer
  • Software Tester
  • Mobile Application Developer
  • Software Development Technician
  • Application Support Analyst

Top-up options

Progression onto the final year of a related degree at the University of Plymouth may be possible on successful completion of the course; please check with the Programme Manager.

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Entry Requirements

48 UCAS points from a relevant Level 3 qualification and English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.

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What you could earn

  • IT Business Analysts, Architects and Systems Designers
  • IT User Support Technicians
  • IT Operations Technicians
  • Programmers and Software Development Professionals
  • Sales Accounts and Business Development Managers
  • Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
  • Financial Administrative Occupations
Potential Salary

£77,033

Entry Level Salary

£27,363

Average Salary

£46,660

Annual openings in Cornwall

25

Potential Salary

£49,984

Entry Level Salary

£21,367

Average Salary

£32,158

Annual openings in Cornwall

19

Potential Salary

£45,509

Entry Level Salary

£20,369

Average Salary

£29,279

Annual openings in Cornwall

12

Potential Salary

£85,401

Entry Level Salary

£28,922

Average Salary

£51,729

Annual openings in Cornwall

65

Potential Salary

£84,515

Entry Level Salary

£25,256

Average Salary

£47,483

Annual openings in Cornwall

73

Potential Salary

£83,036

Entry Level Salary

£28,880

Average Salary

£49,230

Annual openings in Cornwall

14

Potential Salary

£34,385

Entry Level Salary

£9,319

Average Salary

£21,269

Annual openings in Cornwall

37

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