Program Overview
The Advanced Software Engineering at University College Dublin is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Advanced Software Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 11,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,890 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Advanced Software Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- High Performance Computing
- Agent-Oriented Software
- Comparative SE Process Frameworks
- Knowledge-based Techniques
- Design Patterns
- Performance of Distributed Systems
- Managing Software in Production (in conjunction with Google)
- Practical Android Programming (online module)
- Computational Network Analysis and Modelling
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students entering this programme are expected to have at least a 2.1 honours bachelor\xc2\x91s degree in Computer Science (or a cognate discipline), and have a subsequent two or more years of industrial experience in software development. Prerequisite skills include a high degree of proficiency in object-oriented programming, a working knowledge of object-oriented design using e.g. UML, and experience in software development as part of a team. Each application will however be assessed on a case-by-case basis, and exceptions to these rules may be made.
Please note that this programme is not suitable for new graduates with little or no industrial experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 11,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,890 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 11,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,890 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Dublin directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Dundrum, Ireland
University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months