Advanced Software Engineering at University of Leicester - UCAS

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Course summary

Some of the most pressing business challenges can be solved by smartly-designed software. By studying advanced software methods and techniques, you’ll be in high demand across most major industries. This MSc focuses on the methodologies and technologies that address the challenges that companies are facing for competing in the volatile markets of today. It looks at how to generate applications from high-level business models to reduce time-to-market and development costs and how to evolve legacy systems and promote business processes in an economy dominated by the need to offer and integrate, on demand, new services.

Assessment method

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, self-paced learning and practicals. Assessment is a mix of coursework, computer-based practicals, essays and small group projects and exams The compulsory personal and group skills module combines seminars, group discussions and collective essay writing on selected topics, as well as a series of workshops on transferable skills and career planning. Your project will be assessed separately.


Entry requirements

2.1 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject with a substantial element of computing. Relevant work experience may also be considered. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.


Fees and funding

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Advanced Software Engineering at University of Leicester - UCAS