BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering

Engineering

BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering

Learning Mode

Full Time

Duration

3 Years (Full-time) – with optional Foundation pathway extending to 4 Years

Start date

October (Direct entry) ✦ January (via Foundation Entry)

Qualification

BSc (Honours) in Software Engineering – degree awarded by Lancaster University (UK)

Fees

International students: ~ €18,000/year
EU/UK students: ~ €10,800/year

Location

Lancaster University Leipzig, Strohsack Passage, Nikolaistraße 10, Leipzig, Germany

About the Course

The BSc in Software Engineering at Lancaster University Leipzig provides a solid foundation in computer science while focusing on designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale, critical software systems. Drawing on Lancaster’s long-standing research tradition in software engineering, the programme cultivates advanced technical and analytical skills essential for today’s software professionals

Why choose Software Engineering at Lancaster?

Industry connected

The programme blends real-world problem-solving with industry projects and labs, supported by Lancaster’s global tech links and Knowledge Transfer network.

Global opportunities

Study in Germany with peers from 90+ countries, earn a UK degree, and access global career and postgraduate opportunities.

Professional accreditation

As a Lancaster University branch campus, the programme offers a British-standard degree approved by the Saxon Ministry for Higher Education.

Course Overview

Year 1: Fundamentals of computing—programming, digital systems, professional practices

Years 2–3: Advanced study in areas like distributed systems, human–computer interaction, languages & compilation, followed by a major group software engineering project and individual final-year project

Course Duration

3-year standard track (full-time), or
4-year pathway, combining a Foundation Year with the degree (for those needing additional academic / English prep)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

Fundamentals of Software Engineering & Programming
Digital Systems
Professionalism in Practice

Year 2

Distributed Systems
Human–Computer Interaction
Languages & Compilation
Software Engineering Studio (team project)

Year 3

Group Software Engineering Project
Final Year Individual Project
Electives in advanced topics such as Cybersecurity, AI, IoT

Admission Requirements

Academic:

Completion of secondary education equivalent to UK A‑Levels — typically BBB including Mathematics (Foundation option available if needed)

English Language:

IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 in each band) or equivalent

Foundation Entry Path:

Offered in October and January for those not meeting direct entry prerequisites

Fees and Funding

International: approx. €18,000/year
EU/UK: approx. €10,800/year

Financial Support:

Scholarships via Lancaster Leipzig & Brain Capital funding
EU student loans (BAföG, FINS)
Income-share financing options

Career Opportunities

Graduates are equipped for roles including:

Software Developer / Engineer
Systems Architect
Cybersecurity Engineer
UX / UI Specialist
Data Systems Engineer
Tech Consultant
Leadership roles in software innovation across various sectors

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