MSc Software Engineering

Institution De Montfort University
Method At the institution
Location Leicester
Type Masters
Course fee By request

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MSc Software Engineering

Objectives This course offers graduates a flexible approach to study for the MSc Software Engineering, offering, full-time, part-time and distance learning options. Graduates are prepared for positions in: -Consultancies -Software houses -Project Management
Entry requirements Applicants will be expected to possess an Honours Degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject. Students without academic qualifications but with extensive industry experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Academic title MSc Software Engineering
Course description Programme

The MSc can be studied either full-time in one year or part-time typically over three (maximum six) years. The MSc consists of a short induction, eight taught modules and a project. The taught modules run over two semesters in the year. The summer is devoted to working on the project for full-time students, part-time students normally choose to spend their final year working on the project. There is also a provision for Distance Learning. The maximum length of study in that mode is six years which provides you with the flexibility to manage your studies: the number of chosen modules can vary between one to eight modules per year.

This course offers a great deal of adaptability enabling you to change your mode of study: full-time, part-time or distance learning.

Such a choice will largely depend on your personal circumstances.

The Modules:

-Advanced Requirements Engineering and Software Architecture Software
-Evolution
-Software Testing, Validation and Certification
-Research Methods
-Systems Integration
-Software Engineering for Dependable Systems
-Formal Methods Engineering
-Advanced Research Topics in Software Engineering

This MSc will allow you to progress to PhD studies under our integrated scheme.