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Software Development (Taught)
- MS
- 12 Months
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Postgraduate
- University of Strathclyde
Course summary
The MSc in Software Development course is specifically designed for graduates without a computing science background.
A skills shortage, particularly around web and mobile applications means graduates are in high demand. This course will provide you with a pathway into one of the world's most in-demand and fastest-growing professional job sectors. The Software Development Masters has a particular focus on programming and development skills as well as software engineering, databases and computer security.
You'll gain transferable skills to prepare you for a professional career in software development in the IT sector, as well as many other sectors including: education; engineering; health; finance; government; manufacturing; retail; transport.
Modules
Object Oriented Programming; Introduction to Programming Principles; Computer Security Fundamentals; Legal, Ethical & Professional Issues for the Information Society; Database Fundamentals; Mobile Application Development; Database Development; Software Engineering; Research project.
Assessment method
The form of assessment varies from class to class. For programming classes assessment is by coursework (lab work, homework, class tests) and other classes are around 50/50 coursework/exam.
Entry requirements
Minimum second class honours degree or international equivalent in any subject. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11900 | Year 1 |
| International | £28700 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
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Course contact details
Postgraduate Admissions - Faculty of Science
Email:science-masters@strath.ac.uk
Phone:0141 548 3623
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