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Software development skills can set you apart in a global economy that is increasingly tech-driven.
This intensive, one year, Master’s (MSc) in Software Development - specifically designed for graduates of non-computing disciplines - takes the skills you developed in your undergraduate degree and transforms them into the technical, analytical and professional abilities required to take on a range of roles within the ever-expanding IT industry.
The tech-sector is booming and so are employment opportunities in software development. Additionally, given the diversity of careers available, the variety of skills gained from a non-IT primary degree are strongly valued by IT employers.
Applications for 2023 entry are now open
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MSc Software Development
You need no computing background at all to do this course. We will teach you how to design and create web applications, mobile apps and large data-driven computer systems. So that when you leave, you will be equipped with the technical, analytical and professional skills required to take on a range of roles in the IT industry. You’ll learn how to analyse problems and design robust and elegant software systems to solve the problems. This includes gaining skills in programming, web development, database design, and software testing. You will also learn how to work well as part of a development team using modern development techniques and tools.
Course DetailsWhy Choose Queen's
Top 140 in the world for graduate prospects
(QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020)World-class university
‘One of the world’s most beautiful universities’ (Huffington Post), Queen’s is the 9th oldest university in the UK, established in 1845 with over 170 years of teaching excellence.
The UK's Best Value Student City
Northern Ireland has the lowest student cost of living in the UK. (Which? University, 2018)
Employment potential
Queen's offers opportunities for work placements, industry-led programmes and ground breaking research projects. 94.4% of Queen’s graduates are in employment or further study six months after graduation
State-of-the-art facilities
Be taught by world-leading researchers and experts in their field in state-of-the-art facilities. 15 Queen’s subjects in the top 200 in the world (QS World Rankings by subject 2018)