BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
Engineer Quality. Build at Scale. Lead Agile Teams.
Program Overview
This program focuses on the systematic application of engineering principles to the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of large-scale, reliable software systems. You will master the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and team collaboration tools to become a professional engineer who delivers robust, user-centric software solutions on time and within budget.
Why This Program?
- •Experience a simulated industry environment through our 'Software Factory,' where student teams work on projects for real clients under deadline pressure.
- •Become proficient in the industry-standard tools of the trade: Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and Jira.
- •Learn Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methodologies directly from certified practitioners and apply them in team projects every semester.
- •Focus on building a portfolio of not just code, but full-stack, deployed applications with proper documentation and test suites.
Real-World Importance
•Software engineers are the master builders of the digital world.
•While computer scientists discover new algorithms, software engineers apply proven engineering principles to construct reliable, safe, and scalable systems.
•They are responsible for the mission-critical software that runs banks, hospitals, power grids, and transportation networks.
•Their disciplined approach to requirements analysis, design patterns, testing, and project management ensures that software does not just work, but is secure, efficient, maintainable, and meets the precise needs of users and businesses..
Curriculum Overview
Program Structure
Key Topics
Course Outline
Year 1: Programming & Fundamentals
Year 2: Engineering Principles
Year 3: Process & Management
Year 4: Capstone & Specialization
Career Opportunities
Software Engineer
Potential Sectors:
DevOps Engineer
Potential Sectors:
Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer
Potential Sectors:
Software Architect
Potential Sectors:
Technical Project Manager
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Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements
UTME Requirements
O'Level Requirements
- •English Language
- •Mathematics
- •Physics
- •Chemistry
- •Further Mathematics, Biology, or Economics
Five (5) O'Level credit passes at not more than two sittings. Strong proficiency in Mathematics is critical. A credit in Further Mathematics is highly recommended.
JAMB Subjects
- •English Language (Compulsory)
- •Mathematics
- •Physics
- •Chemistry, Economics, or Biology
JAMB Score Requirements
Minimum Score
150
Competitive Score
200
As a specialized and in-demand field, competitive scores are very high, often mirroring or exceeding those of Computer Science.
Direct Entry Requirements
Other Requirements
Grading System
Our Successful Alumni
Bola Ahmed
Senior DevOps Engineer, Paystack
Class of 2019
"The 'Software Factory' was my bootcamp for the real world. I was already proficient with Docker and CI/CD pipelines before my first job interview, which gave me a huge advantage."
Ifeoma Okoro
Product Manager, Microsoft
Class of 2017
"Understanding the engineering process from end-to-end allowed me to transition seamlessly from developer to product manager. I can communicate effectively with both engineers and stakeholders."
Did You Know?
Meet Your Department Head
Dr. Segun Adebayo
Professor of Software Systems
“We don't just teach you how to code; we teach you how to engineer software. This means understanding the entire process, from gathering user stories and designing architecture to writing tests that ensure quality and deploying with confidence. It's about building software the right way.”
Dr. Adebayo is a certified Scrum Master and DevOps expert who spent a decade in the industry leading engineering teams at major fintech companies before moving to academia.
Accreditation
Exam Preparation
The program prepares students for certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, and ISTQB Certified Tester.
Facilities & Resources
- •The 'Software Factory': A dedicated project room modeled after a tech startup, with agile boards, meeting spaces, and presentation equipment.
- •DevOps Lab with a private cloud environment for practicing containerization, orchestration, and pipeline automation.
- •Usability Testing Lab with equipment for recording and analyzing user interactions with software.
Industry Connections
Partners
Initiatives
- •Agile Simulation Workshops
- •DevOps Days Conference
- •Industry-led Code Reviews
- •Incubation Support for Student Startups
Scholarship Opportunities
Engineering Excellence Award
Awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional problem-solving and systematic thinking in their first-year projects.