Program Overview
The Software Engineering at Loyola University Chicago is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 16 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 Software Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Intermediate Object-Oriented Development
- Social, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Computing
- Operating Systems
- Software Systems Analysis
- Markup Languages
- Concurrent Programming
- Client-Side Web Design
- Web Services Programming
- Enterprise Software Development
- Concurrent Programming
- Distributed Systems
- Server-Side Software Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A $40 application fee
- A completed application form
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate and any graduate\nwork
- Scores for the general GRE
- Three letters of recommendation (usually from referees\nfamiliar with the applicant\'s academic work)
- A statement of purpose describing academic and research\ninterests and professional goals
- Either a TOEFL or IELTS score report is required for\napplicants whose native language is not English and who have not earned a\ndegree from an institution where the language of instruction is English.
- International applicants, or US applicants who completed\nschool abroad, are required to submit non-US transcripts to an outside\ncredential evaluation service
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,033 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loyola University Chicago 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 Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, United States
Loyola University Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 16 months
- Credits 6