Master in Software Engineering and Management

Varna Free University 'Chernorizets Hrabar' · Varna, Bulgaria

Master's DegreeEnglish90 ECTS18 monthsOn CampusFull-time

The Master in Software Engineering and Management programme at Varna Free University 'Chernorizets Hrabar' (Informatics And Computer Sciences - VFU academic programme) is a Master's Degree program delivered in Bulgarian (English available for selected programmes) over a duration of 1.5 years / 3 semesters (90 ECTS). 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): 1,150 BGN
Tuition (Non-EU students): €2,500/year — EU: 1,150 BGN
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2026-09-01
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2026-09-01
Duration: 18 months
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: October 2026 (Winter Semester 2026/2027); spring intake available
Intake: Fall and Spring intakes

Language requirements

Required proficiency

Bulgarian; English-taught tracks available (certified proficiency)

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree; diploma recognition for foreign applicants

Required documents

Application; diploma + transcript; ID/passport; photos; application fee

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2026-09-01

Non-EU students

2026-09-01

Programme overview

DegreeMaster's Degree
Duration18 months
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryBulgaria
FacultyInformatics And Computer Sciences - VFU academic programme

Official university

Varna Free University 'Chernorizets Hrabar'

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for Bulgaria, over 1.5 years of study.

	Tuition	Living	Total
EU/EEA	Fee not published	—	needs the fee
Non-EU	€3,750	—	needs the fee

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