100% Online degree BSc (Hons) Software Development

UK students may be eligible for a student loan for this online distance-learning course.

If you’re self-funding your course, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for an LIBF Scholarship. The LIBF Scholarship is an award of £1,200 towards your tuition fees, spread over the duration of your course and reducing your total fees. You are eligible to apply if you are funding your course yourself (you are not taking a government undergraduate student loan) and your household income is less than £3,500 per month.

If you experience financial difficulty as an undergraduate student, you can apply for support from our Hardship Fund. Hardship funds are made available to UK students twice in the academic year – you’ll be informed when applications are open and allocation of funds will be agreed by the Scholarship, Bursaries and Prizes Committee.

You can get 2% off your total fees if you pay annually in advance or 10% off if you pay upfront in full for an undergraduate course.

You’ll study in a virtual learning environment that uses the latest learning technology and benefit from innovative multimedia tools and study materials, including:

• lecture notes

• learning videos

• revision courses

• online consultations, and

• live sessions with lecturers.

We also incorporate reports and case studies from everyday professional life into our courses.

Our BSc (Hons) Software Development degree is a comprehensive course that delves into various key aspects of software development. It involves understanding software engineering principles and becoming acquainted with modern programming languages like Python and Java.

There's a focus on database systems and software quality assurance alongside modules that prepare you for the rigorous methodology of agile development. You'll also learn critical interpersonal skills through our collaborative work module. Lastly, a strong emphasis on ethics and sustainability in IT ensures you are ready to face emerging challenges in any industry.

A BSc (Hons) Software Development degree can open many doors for you in the technology industry and beyond. With the skills you acquire, you could become a competent software developer, designing, creating, and maintaining sophisticated software systems. You could also explore roles such as a web developer, creating engaging websites, or a database administrator, ensuring data is stored and recovered efficiently.

The skills and expertise you acquire from our BSc (Hons) Software Development course – such as software engineering principles, programming with Python and Java, database system management and software quality assurance – will enable you to make a significant impact in various professional roles. Upon completing this degree in software development, you can explore diverse job titles, such as:

• Software developer

• Web developer

• Database administrator

• IT project manager

• Quality assurance engineer

• System analyst

• Software architect

• Data scientist

• User experience designer

• Application developer

LIBF is one of only a few professional bodies in the world with Taught Degree Awarding Powers.

It is listed in the UK’s Office for Students Register as a higher education provider and has been awarding degrees since 2010. Its main campus is in London.

Yes. LIBF is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS) and complies with all OfS Conditions of Registration. We are also a member of The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

As an internationally recognised institution, LIBF delivers outstanding education, backed by over 140 years of practical and academic experience.

We offer students a highly flexible learning environment with state-of-the-art study materials and one-to-one support.

You’ll find all the information you need to complete your application on our how to apply page.

Or you can go directly to our online application form.

Our Study Advisory Team will also be happy to guide you through the application process.

You can contact them by:

• email: onlinedegree@libf.ac.uk

• phone: +44 20 3936 4055

The total fees are £20,805 for an online undergraduate course.

Flexibility meets affordability! Enjoy the options:

• £578 per month for full-time study over 36 months

• £433 spread over 48 months

• or only £289 extended over 72 months.

Whether you choose to study full or part-time the total amount remains the same.

UK-based students can apply for a tuition fee loan at undergraduate level. The tuition fee loan will cover your full fees and be paid directly to LIBF before the course begins.

Once you've applied for a tuition fee loan, the review process can take up to 6 weeks. We recommend giving yourself at least 6 weeks between submitting your student loan application and your chosen start date, allowing you to focus on your studies without any unnecessary delays.

Yes, we offer the LIBF Scholarship, providing a £1,200 reduction in study fees for eligible students. There are a limited number of LIBF Scholarships available each month so we encourage you to apply early to increase your chances of being awarded the scholarship.

To be eligible to apply for our LIBF Scholarship you must:

• be self-funding your undergraduate degree (without a student loan).

• have a household net income of less than £3,500/month.

You can apply for an LIBF Scholarship once you’ve applied for your course. Our Study Advisors will review your application and let you know if you’ve been approved for a scholarship.

If you're not granted the scholarship, you'll have the option to proceed with your application or to cancel your contract with us without any charges.

If you’re a UK resident studying online with us, and you experience financial difficulty as an undergraduate student, you can apply for support from our Hardship Fund.

Hardship funds are made available to current undergraduate students twice in the academic year. You’ll be informed when the application period is open and allocation of funds will be agreed by the Scholarship, Bursaries and Prizes Committee.

All you need is a reasonably up-to-date computer – desktop or laptop – with a stable internet connection and a webcam.

Other internet-capable devices, such as tablets or smartphones, will also be useful. For full details, see the online learning page.

If you're a UK student studying online, we’ll provide you with a free iPad. It will contain everything you need to get started and you can use it throughout your studies. When you graduate, it will be our gift to you! We’re sorry we can’t make this gift available to international students studying online right now. But we’re working on it!