12 monthsProgramme duration
26,296 GBPTuition Fee/year
3Scholarships
Sep, JanStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our MSc in Software Engineering provides you with advanced technical knowledge and practical expertise to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software systems, applying best practices from computer science, engineering, and project management.
This programme is aimed at graduates or those already in the industry who are interested in gaining deeper knowledge and skills in areas such as dependable systems, big data applications, interactive systems including games, and biologically inspired computing.
With this programme, Heriot-Watt prepares you for a wide range of careers in IT firms, R&D divisions, financial services, defence, and government agencies, supported by hands-on innovation opportunities through the National Robotarium, which provides exposure to robotics, AI, and automation technologies and fosters the ability to apply software engineering expertise to global challenges.
Reasons to study:
- Industry-relevant curriculum: Plan and execute research projects in specialist areas such as dependable systems, big data applications, interactive systems including games, and biologically inspired computing, while also offering opportunities to collaborate on projects with industry and academic partners for real-world experience.
- Mastery of Essential Tools: In today's competitive job market, proficiency in key software tools like Python, R, SQL, and data visualisation is essential for data scientists. Our programme will equip you with mastery of these indispensable tools.
- Industry-Driven Employability: To ensure your success, we've actively collaborated with industry experts to understand precisely what employers are seeking in software enigineers. We've meticulously integrated insights such as problem-solving, adaptability, communication, and business management skills into our programme, giving you a competitive edge during job interviews and setting you up for success from day one.
- Comprehensive, customisable curriculum: Provides opportunity to specialise in several areas through four optional courses, including data mining and machine learning, biologically inspired computation, big data management, games programming, and more.
- Supported learning: Delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and guest lectures and be assessed by coursework, and your dissertation while receiving support and feedback throughout the programme. Gain access to state-of-the-art labs at the Robotarium and GRID, gaining practical, real-world experience with authentic datasets and AI models.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our MSc in Software Engineering provides you with advanced technical knowledge and practical expertise to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software systems, applying best practices from computer science, engineering, and project management.
This programme is aimed at graduates or those already in the industry who are interested in gaining deeper knowledge and skills in areas such as dependable systems, big data applications, interactive systems including games, and biologically inspired computing.
With this programme, Heriot-Watt prepares you for a wide range of careers in IT firms, R&D divisions, financial services, defence, and government agencies, supported by hands-on innovation opportunities through the National Robotarium, which provides exposure to robotics, AI, and automation technologies and fosters the ability to apply software engineering expertise to global challenges.
Reasons to study:
- Industry-relevant curriculum: Plan and execute research projects in specialist areas such as dependable systems, big data applications, interactive systems including games, and biologically inspired computing, while also offering opportunities to collaborate on projects with industry and academic partners for real-world experience.
- Mastery of Essential Tools: In today's competitive job market, proficiency in key software tools like Python, R, SQL, and data visualisation is essential for data scientists. Our programme will equip you with mastery of these indispensable tools.
- Industry-Driven Employability: To ensure your success, we've actively collaborated with industry experts to understand precisely what employers are seeking in software enigineers. We've meticulously integrated insights such as problem-solving, adaptability, communication, and business management skills into our programme, giving you a competitive edge during job interviews and setting you up for success from day one.
- Comprehensive, customisable curriculum: Provides opportunity to specialise in several areas through four optional courses, including data mining and machine learning, biologically inspired computation, big data management, games programming, and more.
- Supported learning: Delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and guest lectures and be assessed by coursework, and your dissertation while receiving support and feedback throughout the programme. Gain access to state-of-the-art labs at the Robotarium and GRID, gaining practical, real-world experience with authentic datasets and AI models.
Admission Requirements
We welcome applications from international students and accept qualifications from around the world. Please refer to the entry requirements for your country for more details.
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