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Three reasons to study with LIBF
Increased employability
Career experts to help you at every step and access to career-focused workshops and events.
You’ll get personalised support and access to exclusive job opportunities on our digital portal.
Tailor your studies
Choose to study when and where suits you – any time, from anywhere. Start any day.
You'll have 24/7 access to study materials and an always-on AI study assistant.
Flexible funding options
Pay monthly, yearly or in full – with discounts on yearly or in-full payments if self-funding.
Eligible students can also apply for a £1,200 LIBF Scholarship if self-funding their studies.
You’ll find everything you need to know about studying an online degree with us in our digital prospectus. To receive your personalised prospectus, please fill out the form below with a valid email address.
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Start your degree in BSc (Hons) Software Development
Do you want to discover how you can shape the digital world?
Our online BSc (Hons) degree in Software Development enables you to:
propel your career by preparing to stand at the forefront of digital innovation.
enhance your expertise in software engineering principles, Python and Java programming
benefit from over 140 years of teaching expertise, delivered by industry experts through state-of-the-art digital learning resources.
fit learning around your life, wherever you are in the world - choose from full or part-time study and start any day you choose.
apply today and study via our innovative online learning platform with everything you need to hand - from digital learning resources to personal and academic support.
Why you should specialise in software development in the UK
As technology increasingly runs through all aspects of modern life, every industry needs software developers who can keep pace. On this course, you'll gain the key abilities to design, develop, and improve intricate software systems that power the tech of the future.
Prepare to develop your expertise in software engineering principles, Python and Java programming, database systems, data structures and more.
Depending on the electives you choose, you'll develop hard skills in:
programming languages, such as Python and Java
software engineering and development principles
managing and designing databases with SQL and NoSQL
software quality assurance methods
working with data structures and algorithms.
You’ll also develop the following soft skills:
problem-solving and analytical thinking for tackling intricate tech challenges
collaborative teamwork for successful participation in diverse and innovative teams
creativity for transforming abstract concepts into actionable plans.
Tuition fees for BSc (Hons) Software Development
The total course cost for this online degree is £20,805.
The prices shown below do not include any scholarships.
US$8,948
a year
US$6,710
a year
US$4,474
a year
Your online degree at a glance
Start dates and duration
Start your course any day you choose.
Study full-time online over 3 years or part-time online over 4 or 6 years.
Part-time online study allows you to complete your degree course over a longer period, at no additional cost.
Entry requirements
2 subjects at A-Level or equivalent. GCSE Maths and English Grade C (4) or above.
English language: IELTS Level 6 or above with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).
Work experience can be considered as an alternative to academic qualifications.
Funding and scholarships
Affordable tuition with payment flexibility.
A fee reduction of 2% will be given for paying annually in advance for all of our courses, or 10% if you pay for your undergraduate course in full.
You can apply for a government loan or LIBF Scholarship to reduce your tuition fees.
You can study this course with a Foundation Year. So if you've been busy collecting real-world experience or didn't get the grades you expected, our Foundation Year will prepare you for degree-level study.
Free iPad to support your studies when you enrol
If you’re based in the UK, we’ll provide you with a complimentary iPad for your studies.
It will contain everything you need to get started and you can use it throughout your course. When you graduate, it will be our gift to you.
Request a prospectusLearning online with LIBF
Dynamic digital resources
Video lectures from world-class academics.
Digital lecture notes for easy reference and review.
Extensive recorded video tutorials and live lecture sessions.
Interactive student experience
Live and recorded Q&A sessions.
Global student discussion groups to connect with classmates.
Feedback from lecturers and classmates in our online ‘showroom’.
Milestone quizzes and exams
Exams and assessments to stay on track.
End-of-module assessments and quizzes to check understanding.
100% online exams – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Get exclusive advice on how to achieve your goals with LIBF.
Want to study for a degree, but don’t want to pause your career?
With our flexible online degree programmes, you can combine your studies with work, family, hobbies and any other commitments you have.
When you study with LIBF, you’ll have:
access to online support, resources and exclusive networking opportunities.
the chance to learn from leading academics and industry experts.
Worried about the workload?
part-time online study allows you to complete your degree course over a longer period, at no additional cost.
start studying today at a pace that suits you and get the career you have always dreamed of.
In my opinion, LIBF is a great institution for pursuing an undergraduate degree online. Its flexibility fits perfectly with my work schedule, allowing me to fully utilise my off-days for studying. Overall, I am absolutely pleased with my experience.
Alexandru D
BSc (Hons) Computer Science