MSc Professional Software Development

The Professional Software Development Course offered by Ulster University is a full-time, one-year program that prepares graduates with the necessary skills for a career in the constantly evolving software development industry. It is explicitly designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the key aspects of software development. The course adopts a practical approach that gives students the opportunity to apply programming and computing theory in a realistic and productive way.Course Content: This course includes modules covering topics such as Mobile App Development, Web Development, Software Testing, Object-Oriented Programming, and more. Students also participate in an intensive Software Development Camp. A variety of assessment methods are used throughout the course - practical programming assignments, online quizzes, end of module examinations, presentations, and a major project.Key Modules: Some of the key modules featured in this course include Professional Development Practice, Software Development Camp, Software Quality, Internet Programming, Advanced OO Programming, Distributed Systems and Big Data, and Emerging Technologies and Innovation. Accreditations: The course is fully accredited by the British Computer Society, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.Future Careers: On successful completion of this program, graduates will be well equipped to pursue a range of careers in the software development industry or progress to postgraduate studies. Potential careers include roles as Software Developers, Programmers, Software Engineers, Systems Analysts and Database Administrators, and roles in the gaming industry.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.