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MSc (Software Design and Development) MSc (Software Design and Development)—External stream HDip (Software Design and Development)

MSc (Software Design & Development): This two-year MSc is aimed at candidates with little or no IT experience who want to pursue a career in the IT industry. The skills developed in this programme include the core software development tools and techniques as well as a solid grounding in research and its application in a specific ICT (information and communications technology) domain. Students can exit this programme after Year One with a Higher Diploma (1SD1).

MSc (External stream): This course is aimed at students who have already obtained a Level 8 postgraduate qualification in IT and are interested in pursuing an MSc qualification. As a distance-learning programme, it suits candidates who are in full-time employment and/or living abroad. The programme is in line with the University Policy for Recognition of Prior Learning in that it recognises prior academic qualifications. The aim of this initiative is to provide graduates with the opportunity to acquire qualifications for employment in the ICT area.

Higher Diploma in Software Design and Development: This programme is aimed at candidates with little or no IT experience. It provides an academic foundation and broad technical training in software design and development. The skills developed in this programme include the core software development tools and techniques as well as a solid grounding in a specific ICT (information and communications technology) domain. 

The programme includes such modules as:-

  • Databases
  • Software Engineering
  • Programming in Java
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Internet Programming
  • Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
  • Computer Networks
  • Research Methods
  • Software Design and Development Project
Overview
INSTITUTION
UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY
MODE OF STUDY
Full-time
EDUCATION LEVEL
Postgraduate
CATEGORY
Master of Science (Engineering) (Research)
Intakes and Duration
September
2 Years, Full-time (MSc)
September
1 Year, Full-time (MSc—External Stream)
September
1 Year, Full-time (HDip)
Fees
Total Fees
€24,140
2MF2 External Stream
Total Fees (NON EU)
€24,140.
Entry Requirements
MSc: Candidates must have a minimum 2.1 honours (Level 8) undergraduate degree (or equivalent international qualification). If applicable, applicants require a GPA score of 3.0 (or equivalent international qualification) and an IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in the writing ability band and no less than 6 in any other bands. (or equivalent international qualification).
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MSc (External stream): This programme is available to students who have completed an accredited (subject to approval by the School of Engineering & Informatics), Level 8 (60 ECTS) postgraduate qualification in computer science or IT. This qualification can relate to academic programmes or accredited industry-sponsored qualifications. Potential candidates must have achieved the equivalent of a Second Class Honours, Grade 1 (2.1) (or better) in their postgraduate qualification.
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HDip: This programme is open to applicants who have a Level 8, 2.2 degree (or equivalent international qualification) from a recognised university or third-level college, and an IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in the writing ability band and no less than 6 in any other bands. (or equivalent international qualification).
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