Software Engineering

University of Greater Manchester
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 12 Months Software engineering

About this course

Are you looking to take your programming skills to the next level? The University of Bolton's MSc in Software Engineering offers the advanced skills and knowledge needed to develop your career in this in-demand global industry.

Our MSc in Software Engineering provides graduates with a background in computing and programming the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of advanced software methodologies. By studying for your postgraduate degree with the University of Bolton, you can extend your knowledge of software engineering while experiencing life at our supportive, student-focused, multicultural campus in the heart of the North West of England.

This intensely practical course helps hone your creative thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills through realistic scenarios inspired by the industry experience of our tutors and professional software engineering contacts. You'll have the opportunity to study the latest methodologies and development techniques and deepen your understanding of approaches such as design patterns and contemporary software engineering practices.

We'll support you as you acquire the capacity to adapt and learn new skills, ready to respond as the software engineering industry evolves throughout your career. Since software engineering is an international business unconstrained by geographical area, you'll also explore issues like localisation within application development.

Designed collaboratively with industrial partners, this master's degree supports you to equip yourself with the skills employers seek and understand the ethical and environmental issues you'll encounter in your professional life.

Our coursework is designed to help you develop sophisticated intellectual capabilities, preparing you for your postgraduate career. The course will support you in developing research, critique, synthesis, and innovation skills, and enhance your group working and report writing skills. In addition, lifelong learning skills will help you take ownership of your professional development for the future, maximising your potential for success.

Study Options

This course is available in 3 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 12 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Bolton

Part-time

Duration: 24 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Bolton

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 18 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Bolton

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2139 Information technology professionals
2141 Web design professionals
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
3131 IT operations technicians

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
12 Months
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Bolton
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Software engineering