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PostgraduateMSc

Software Engineering

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£26,296Per Year (Intl)
£6,292Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Software Engineering at Heriot-Watt University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Software engineers are responsible for creating and maintaining software applications, applying the best practices drawn from computer science, project management, engineering, application domains, and other related fields. This programme is meticulously designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to apply cutting-edge techniques and methodologies for developing high-quality software up to professional standards. Within this programme, students have the opportunity to specialize in specific areas, including the development of dependable systems, parallel or big data appl... International tuition fees are £26,296 per year, home/UK fees are £6,292 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 73% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Enhancements for Your Success
Rankings
The National Robotarium
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic63

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£26,296

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£26,296

Home Student Fee

£6,292

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
20%Work & Study
83%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University offers Software Engineering as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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