Software Engineering and Applications MSc

University of Bedfordshire

Our computing courses rank 4th overall in their subject field in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024, with top 3 rankings across five survey areas (teaching, engagement, learning community, assessment and organisation). Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT. Our block delivery course structure gives you year-round entry points and intermediate qualifications so you can tailor your learning to fit around your life.About the courseThis Master’s is designed for graduates and experienced programmers who want to solve real-world problems; evaluate advanced software engineering environments; and build complex software applications based on emerging technologies. The course aims to provide you with a critical understanding of software engineering techniques. You explore a range of topics from databases, advanced programming, design patterns and data modelling to popular development platforms, cloud computing and the Big Data eco-system.Course accreditationThis course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT. This recognition enhances the credibility and quality assurance of academic programmes, allowing students to have their qualifications recognised globally. It can open up international education and employment opportunities, and increase professional mobility.How will you be assessed?The assessment strategy used is a balance of coursework group and individual reports portfolios presentations or exams. Presentations are usually given and assessed in the context of a group seminar.You will also produce artefacts in the area of your specialism. The method used for the assessments will depend on the nature of the subject being taught in the unit and the most appropriate method has been chosen.Constant feedback and advice from a supervisory or unit team will be provided to support you in your work so that you can gain an insight into whether your work is meeting the necessary targets.CareersOn successfully completing this course you will have built the skills and expertise needed to follow a career as a professional software developer creating applications for the latest emerging technologies.Other potential roles includes software engineer; programmer; data or system analyst; software consultant; and project manager.You could also progress to further study at MSc by Research MPhil or PhD level.