100% Online Study
BSc Software Engineering
Software is the backbone of our digital world. Whether powering businesses, enhancing user experiences, or driving innovation, well-engineered software is key.
This programme equips you with the skills to create it. From the fundamentals of programming and cloud computing to understanding AI applications and developing secure, efficient systems, you will gain the knowledge to thrive in today's fast-paced digital landscape.
Designed for those looking to pivot into the software engineering world, this course covers the essential building blocks needed to launch a new career. It provides a solid foundation in modern software development, empowering you to transform ideas into reality through code and innovation.
Programme overview
Coding is just the beginning. Through this programme, you will acquire skills that go far beyond writing lines of code.
You will learn how to design efficient systems, manage complex data, and work with cutting-edge tools for cloud computing and software development. You will master algorithms, automation, and software architecture, while honing your abilities in problem-solving and critical thinking.
From technical expertise to digital business acumen, you will build a diverse toolkit that allows you to navigate the full software development lifecycle, from ideation to deployment, with confidence and creativity.
Flexible Online Study
Programme modules
This programme includes core and optional modules. To earn a master’s degree, you must complete 180 credits. Modules are worth 15 or 30 credits. Full-time students complete 60 credits per semester and finish in one year. Part-time students complete 30 credits per semester and finish in two years.
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This module provides an enriching journey into the world of data that lies at the heart of our digital society. In this era where data is the new oil, it is pivotal to understand the intrinsic complexities and subtleties that underlie its vast landscapes. digital systems of today and tomorrow.
Topic covered include Foundations of Data, Safekeeping Digital Assets, Database Systems and Their Models, Platforms for Modern Data Needs, Data Management Strategies , Processing in the Data Age, Extracting Meaning from Data , Data Architecture, Data Governance and Data Security.
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Topic covered include User-Centred Design Philosophy, Effective User Research, Accessibility in UX Design, Personas and User Engagement, User Needs, Craft of Prototyping, Iterating for Excellence, Problem-Solving in Digital Projects, Project Management and Futuristic UX.
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Topic covered include Programming Languages, Software Design, Web Technologies, Databases, Software Integrity, Version Control, Quality Assurance, Maintenance and Performance Optimisation, Agile Methodologies and Future-Proofing Careers.
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Topic covered include Introduction, Overview of Mobile App Development I, Overview of Mobile App Development II, Lifecycle and Technologies, App Design, Techniques, Methodologies and Frameworks, Data, Location and Access, Enterprise Backend and Data Store, Build, Deliver, and Test, App Distribution, Web Services , Mobile Websites , Monetizing and Mobile Operating Systems.
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Topic covered include Introduction, INTERconnected NETwork: INTERNET, Internet Applications, The World Wide Web, HTTP: Hypertext Transfer Protocol, Evolution of Web , Web IR: Information Retrieval on the Web, Web Development Basics, Client-side Technologies , Server-side Technologies , Web Application Frameworks, Web Databases , Research Trends in Web and Cases .
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Topic covered include Introduction , Basics of web security, Common Web Security Threats , Cookies and Sessions, Session attacks, Cross-Site Request Forgery, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Cross-Site Scripting Defences, Authentication, SQL Injection, Security Headers, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Scanning and Penetration Testing, Secure Web Application Development and SecureaLegal and Ethical Considerations in Web Security.
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The information below reflects the current course structure and module details. Updates may be made annually, and revised details will be published in the Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year. The regulations governing this course are available on our website.
Practical impact
Real-world application
Theory meets practice in this hands-on course. You will be exposed to real-world scenarios and the same tools and technologies used by professionals.
Whether designing user-friendly applications, optimising databases, or implementing secure software systems, your skills will be applied to solve actual problems. The course places a strong emphasis on practical experience, from testing-driven development to agile practices, giving you the confidence to build functional, scalable, and innovative software.
By the time you finish, you will have developed a portfolio of work that demonstrates your ability to deliver in real-world situations.
Personal growth
This programme is not just about learning to code. It is about becoming a emerging leader in the digital age.
Alongside technical skills, you will develop critical thinking, creativity, and leadership abilities that will empower you to drive innovation in any organisation. You will grow your confidence in making decisions, managing projects, and leading teams.
By the end of the course, you will have the mindset to not just adapt to change but to lead it, whether you are building new software or reshaping the digital landscape.
Career prospects
As businesses across all sectors embrace digital transformation, software engineers are in high demand.
Graduates from this programme are well-positioned to enter a variety of roles, from software development and AI to cloud engineering and beyond.
You will be equipped to work in industries ranging from finance and healthcare to gaming and technology. The technical and leadership skills you gain here will open doors to both traditional roles and emerging fields like AI and digital transformation.
Whether you want to join an established organisation or build something of your own, this course gives you the tools to shape your career in a rapidly evolving industry.
Tuition fees & funding
Ready to invest in your future? The following outlines the financial commitment and demonstrates the potential return on investment in your professional growth.
Return on investment
This tool is designed to help evaluate your potential ROI. Your post-graduation income opportunities will depend on company type, size, sector, location, market conditions, your skills and ability to impress, and many other factors. Do your own research.
Upon graduation, you'd get a job with a £45K salary, keeping around and repaying about £5K towards your loan. By year three, you're earning £50K , repaying another £5K and keeping about £45K , and so on.
From the end of the repayment period, your annual salaries will be fully yours to enjoy. That exciting future is why you invest today.
Of course, you should also account for taxes depending on your country, and whether load repayments are made pre or post tax.
Accreditation
The London School of Innovation (LSI) is registered with the OfS, the regulator for higher education in England, and holds Degree Awarding Powers for taught degrees up to master's level. As such, our UK students may access government backed Masters Loan for up to £12,858 subject to eligibility . Official UK degrees are widely accepted internationally, while specific decisions for employment, further study, immigration or professional licensing are made by the relevant country, institution, employer or professional body.
Why study at LSI?
Traditional higher education hasn't kept pace with how fast the world is changing. LSI is different: built around technology, innovation and entrepreneurship, and designed to help you thrive in a future shaped by AI.
Specialist in
tech & innovation
As a UK higher education institution dedicated to digital tech, innovation and entrepreneurship, LSI optimises your path to mastery and confidence.
We don't try to be everything to everyone. Our curriculum, our teaching, our faculty and our culture are all built around a single aim: helping you become a capable, well-rounded leader in an AI-augmented world.
Regular
one-to-one support
Instead of one-way lectures, LSI gives students regular one-to-one academic contact, because the hardest parts of learning often need conversation, challenge, reassurance, and judgement.
Studying at postgraduate level is intellectual, but it is also personal. Motivation, confidence, uncertainty, and ambition all matter.
A network of
ambitious peers
You'll study alongside ambitious, curious people. Those relationships rarely end at graduation.
Your peers and the wider LSI alumni network become collaborators, sounding boards, and the contacts who open doors long after you've finished.
AI-enhanced
learning
LSI’s award-winning AI platform acts as a 24/7 learning companion, helping you work through material, test your understanding, receive formative feedback, and identify gaps earlier.
The system provides multimedia explanations, interactive tasks, formative checks, and feedback on your work, while academic staff remain responsible for judgement, standards, and support.
Your learning journey enhanced with AI
LSI's award-winning proprietary technology uses AI to personalise study, give faster formative feedback, and support practice, while human academics focus on discussion, judgement, mentoring, and academic standards.
Virtual
private tutor
This isn’t a chatbot. It’s a tutor that guides you through hands-on learning, at your pace. Read, watch or listen anytime, on your phone during a commute or workout, or on your laptop at 2am before a deadline.
Through text, audio, visual feedback, formative questions, and assignment critique, the tutor helps you keep moving between scheduled sessions with academic staff.
Master
the theory with AI
Every lesson adjusts to your pace and what you already know, so you're never stuck on the obvious or lost in the difficult.
Most subjects don't run in a straight line. Our Interactive Knowledge Graph maps how concepts connect and build on each other, then tracks what you've mastered and what still needs work, so nothing important slips through the cracks.
Instant feedback
for assignments
Get useful feedback the moment you submit, instead of waiting days to find out where you went wrong, then act on it while the work is still fresh in your mind.
This doesn't replace your tutors or academic judgement. Detailed feedback from faculty can be requested right after AI feedback. What it adds is momentum: you keep moving forward instead of stalling between submission and review.
Role-play
with AI
Rehearse the high-stakes moments before they're real. In AI-driven role-play, you make decisions in lifelike professional scenarios and see how they play out, so you build confidence where it's safe to get things wrong.
Judgement comes from practice, not theory alone. You might lead a tense project review, work through an ethical AI dilemma, negotiate a technical trade-off, or troubleshoot a system failure against the clock, each scenario repeatable and tied to what you're learning.
FAQs
We recommend that all prospective students apply as soon as possible to secure their place in their desired programme. Each programme's prospectus and promotional materials outline specific start dates that align with our effective registration periods. By applying early, you ensure that you have ample time to meet any conditions of your offer and obtain your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) if required.
Once we receive your completed application, including references and supporting documents, we aim to complete the decision-making process within 8-weeks. However, this timeframe may vary during peak periods or if an interview is part of the selection process.
If you have applied for a specific funded opportunity, please note that decisions may take longer than usual. We encourage you to reach out to our Student Success Team if you have not received an update after 8-weeks or if you have any other questions regarding your application. Your journey to joining our School is important to us, and we appreciate your patience as we review your application.
While we understand that circumstances can sometimes prevent timely submissions, extensions for application deadlines are not guaranteed. Requests for extensions will be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on the specific situation and the reasons provided.
To initiate this process, please contact our Student Success Team as soon as possible with a detailed explanation of your circumstances. We encourage prospective students to stay informed about application deadlines and to submit their applications promptly to ensure the best chance of a successful enrolment.
You can still submit your application even if you have not yet received all of your documents, such as your final transcript or Certificate of English Proficiency. In such cases, you will receive a conditional offer outlining the specific qualifications and grades you need to achieve in order to meet our entry requirements.
Once you have obtained the necessary evidence, you can easily upload it through the Admission Portal. Upon satisfying all the conditions stated in your conditional offer, you will then receive an unconditional offer, allowing you to proceed with your studies at our School.