MSc Software Engineering with Advanced Research
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
The MSc Software Engineering with Advanced Research at the University of Hertfordshire is for students who want to improve their technical skills and gain research experience in software engineering. Students learn about software development, modelling, testing, quality, and research methods to prepare for work in industry or further academic study.
The course includes modules such as Measures and Models for Software Engineering, Programming for Software Engineers, Software Engineering Practice and Experience, Advanced Research Topics, and Research Methods. Teaching is done through lectures, seminars, lab sessions, and project work.
Assessment is based on coursework, group and individual projects, practical reports, and a dissertation or major research project. This approach gives students both practical skills and research experience in software engineering.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS)
- Graduates can register as chartered IT professionals with BCS
- Graduates employed by organisations including Capgemini, Optoma Technology and Ocado
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS score of 6.0. Candidates who do not satisfy these requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Software Engineer
- Application Developer
- Business Analyst
- IT Consultant
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Software Engineering with Advanced Research from the University of Hertfordshire are well-positioned for a variety of technical and research roles. Potential career paths include:
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Software Engineer / Developer
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Lead Engineer / Software Architect
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Research and Development Engineer
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Technical Project Manager
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R&D Analyst
Cost of study
Tuition for the MSc Software Engineering with Advanced Research at the University of Hertfordshire is £22,450 for international students.
Admission
You can apply for the MSc Software Engineering with Advanced Research at the University of Hertfordshire through the university’s postgraduate application portal. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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