Software Engineering MSc
University of Staffordshire
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There is an increasing demand for new graduates with both software engineering and web development skills required to design and develop applications for business and industry. Make yourself stand out from the new-graduate crowd with our Computer Science (Software Development) MSc, where youll gain an advanced knowledge of the skills that modern employers crave.Our course aims to develop and expand knowledge and skills in application development for desktop, web, mobile and beyond. The award ...Read more

There is an increasing demand for new graduates with both software engineering and web development skills required to design and develop applications for business and industry. Make yourself stand out from the new-graduate crowd with our Computer Science (Software Development) MSc, where youll gain an advanced knowledge of the skills that modern employers crave.Our course aims to develop and expand knowledge and skills in application development for desktop, web, mobile and beyond. The award curriculum is diverse – it covers core business areas, programming in languages such as Java, JavaScript and PHP, and delivery to different device platforms. You will have the opportunity to study in one of the rapidly growing areas of computing from both an applied and theoretical perspective.CareersAfter completing the Computer Science (Software Engineering) MSc youll be equipped to work in the following roles:Software Engineer, Web application developer, Mobile application developer, E-commerce specialist, Enterprise Systems Engineer

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69/101
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67th
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97th
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24 Feb 25

Staffordshire University offers a supportive learning environment, modern facilities, and strong career prospects, making it a great place to study. Students appreciate the..Read more

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Entry requirements

An undergraduate honours degree (grade 2.2 or above in a related computing discipline from a UK University or the international equivalent). If you do not meet the above but have significant appropriate experience, your application will be considered, provided that you satisfy the University that you are capable of responding to the challenge of postgraduate work.

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£10,300 per year

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£16,750 per year

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£16,750 per year

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24 Feb 25
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University of Staffordshire
College Road Stoke on Trent Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2DE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Stoke-on-Trent  0.1 miles away

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