MSc Software Design and Development- External stream in Galway Ireland | University of Galway

University of Galway | Galway Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 17,500
(c. USD20,339.38)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

This program targets individuals holding a Level 8 postgraduate IT degree who wish to advance to an MSc qualification. Designed as a distance-learning option, it accommodates working professionals and international students. Aligned with the University's Prior Learning Recognition Policy, the course acknowledges previous academic achievements. This initiative helps graduates gain credentials for careers in the ICT field.
Many participants have successfully balanced full-time jobs while completing this program.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

This programme is available to students who have completed an accredited (subject to approval by the School of Engineering & Informatics), Level 8 (60 ECTS) postgraduate qualification in computer science or IT. This qualification can relate to academic programmes or accredited industry-sponsored qualifications. Potential candidates must have achieved the equivalent of a Second Class Honours, Grade 1 (2.1) (or better) in their postgraduate qualification.

English Language Requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall, no less than 6.5 in writing and no less than 6 in any other one component; Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall; Cambridge C2 Advanced (CPE): 180 overall; TOEFL: 88 overall (12 Listening, 18 Speaking, 24 Writing, 13 Reading); Pearson PTE: 61 overall, no less than 61 in writing, and no less than 50 in any one other component.

Tuition EUR 17,500

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