Software Engineering

Entry requirements

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8,) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant discipline such as computer systems, computer science or applied mathematics.

• The university may shortlist and invite you to an interview.

Checklist of Documents:

• *Academic transcripts and certificates
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID.
• English translation of your qualifications and transcripts
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• Copy of your CV – detailing your work experience

Guidelines on Completing your Application

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist.
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc.
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Software Engineering involves the application of specialised knowledge and skills to develop different kinds of large, complex software systems. There is continuous demand for software engineering graduates both internationally and nationally. This course will provide an opportunity for students to gain up-to-date knowledge and skills in software engineering. Students will develop their ability to critically evaluate current software engineering research. The course consists of both a taught component and a project. It will equip graduates with a detailed knowledge of the theories, processes, methods and techniques of building high-quality software in a cost-effective manner.

Programme Objectives:

• To equip graduates with a detailed knowledge of the theories, processes, methods and techniques of building high-quality software in a cost-effective manner.
• To increase the awareness of the opportunities offered by current research in Software Engineering and its application to current practice.
• To meet industry's needs for graduates having the above qualities.
• To enhance graduates existing educational base and employment prospects.