Software Engineering (G6046)

15 credits, Level 5

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In this module, you study large-scale software production.

Your studies emphasise the whole life-cycle of a software product, including:

  • requirement analysis
  • software architecture and design
  • implementation
  • quality assurance
  • maintenance activities.

As part of the module, you investigate social issues in software engineering such as team-structures and conflict management.

You also cover other issues, including:

  • agile software engineering methods
  • testing
  • test-driven development
  • coding practice and standards
  • design and code reviews
  • version control.

In this module, you undertake team-based coursework, which involves the production of a significant software deliverable such as an interactive gaming application

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