Information Technology (Software Systems)

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the MSc (PG) Information Technology (Software Systems) at Heriot-Watt University. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This programme imparts the understanding and skills required to develop advanced software systems to professional standards. The programme boasts a flexible structure to accommodate graduates with a wide spectrum of degrees, ranging from those in IT to those with a less academic computing background. The MSc covers core skills in Information Technology at MSc level while allowing students to study specialist advanced courses in areas such as animation, databases, e-commerce, games programming, intelligent robotics, and network applications. International tuition fees are £25,480 per year, home/UK fees are £12,192 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,500 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

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