Software Engineering (MSc)

Cardiff University · Cardiff, United Kingdom

MScEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The Software Engineering (MSc) programme at Cardiff University (School of Computer Science and Informatics) is a MSc programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This Master programme in Software Engineering covers advanced software design patterns, software architecture, Agile methodologies, software testing and QA, and continuous integration. Students lead full-stack software development projects. Graduates work as lead software developers, software architects, and engineering managers.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £33,950/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £33,950/year
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: September Intake

Programme overview

DegreeMSc
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultySchool of Computer Science and Informatics

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Cardiff University

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Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£33,950	—	needs the fee

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Software Engineering (MSc)

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