Study location	United Kingdom, Sheffield
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MSc (Eng)

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Minimum 2:1 honours degree in computer science, software engineering or a closely related subject The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 80 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking CAE: Overall score of 176 or above, with at least 162 in each component

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. These should be supplied and signed by academic staff at institutions where you have studied previously. They must be presented on the official letter-headed paper of the relevant institution. If you have been out of education for the last two years, you can send one academic reference plus one from your current employer if you wish. CV

More information	sheffield.ac.uk/..software-engineering-msc

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Programme structure

We teach you how to build robust, effective software systems, and how to critique and evaluate the latest software engineering techniques. Through project work, you’ll learn how to apply your knowledge in the real world.

Core modules

Object Oriented Programming and Software Design
Research Methods and Professional Issues
Dissertation Project
Testing and Verification in Safety-critical Systems

Optional modules

Text Processing
Modelling and Simulation of Natural Systems
Speech Processing
Theory of Distributed Systems
3D Computer Graphics
Computer Security and Forensics
Intelligent Web
Machine Learning and Adaptive Intelligence
Software and Hardware Verification
Software Development for Mobile Devices
Speech Technology
Virtual Environments and Computer Games Technology
Natural Language Processing
Java E-Commerce
Network Performance Analysis
Genesys Solutions (Software House) Modules

Teaching

Lectures
Tutorials
Group work
You can also learn on the job in our student-run software engineering and consultancy business, Genesys Solutions

Assessment

Formal examinations
Coursework assignments
Dissertation