Course Overview

Our one-year MSc Software Engineering degree allows you to gain a deeper understanding of advanced software methodologies and forge your own path in this specialism. 

This degree also ensures that you can have access and exposure to the latest techniques alongside practical skills. Upon graduating, you will be able to analyse advanced software development and recognise resources required for software engineering.  

Jobs directly related to a software Engineering degree include games, systems and web development, search engine optimisation (SEO), information systems management, web design and business analysis.  

Entry Requirements

You should have an Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.

Applications will also be considered where appropriate work experience can be demonstrated in lieu of, or in addition to, the published academic qualifications in line with the University’s Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) procedures.

You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work.

If English isn’t your first language you will also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

If you are an international student, you must take a Secure English Language Test (SELT). You can only take a SELT with one of the following providers: IELTS SELT Consortium including UKVI Academic IELTS, LanguageCert, Pearson and PSI Services (UK) Ltd. Please see here for the minimum scores required for each.

If English is not your first language you will need to complete a Secure English Language Test at IELTS 6.0 or equivalent with no band less than 5.5.

If you are an international student, you must take a Secure English Language Test (SELT). You can only take a SELT with one of the following providers: IELTS SELT Consortium including UKVI Academic IELTS, LanguageCert, Pearson and PSI Services (UK) Ltd. Please see here for the minimum scores required for each. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work.

Applicants may be asked to demonstrate knowledge of Python, as prior understanding will be key to success on this course.