Irvine,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Software Engineering in Irvine United States | University of California Irvine
University of California Irvine
|
Irvine United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
26,802
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Software engineering involves systematically applying structured, measurable methods to create, operate, and sustain software systems—essentially bringing engineering principles to software development. This multidisciplinary domain connects computer science, engineering, mathematics, and behavioral sciences. UC Irvine's M.S. Software Engineering (MSSE) program emphasizes research and caters to students holding a bachelor's in computer science or related fields, whether they're recent graduates or working professionals. The curriculum strengthens expertise in software engineering, especially for those wanting advanced knowledge of methodologies, technologies, and practices for building reliable, complex software solutions. Although not every M.S. graduate pursues a Ph.D., the program's research-intensive nature provides excellent preparation for doctoral studies, such as our Ph.D. in Software Engineering.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
All applicants must meet the following minimum academic requirements:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized academic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the University of California
- Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
TOEFL Score Requirements for Admission Consideration:
- On the TOEFL iBT minimum score of 80
- For the paper-based test, a minimum score of 550
IELTS Score Requirements for Admission Consideration:
- An overall minimum score of 7 for admission, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual module.
- Applicants who qualify for admission by the above criteria, and also achieve a score of 8 or higher on the Speaking module may be eligible to serve as a Teaching Assistant.
Tuition
USD
26,802