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Masters of Science in Software Design and Development - Fidelity Stream (pac gye15)

General Information

This stream provides an alternative entry route the Master of Science in Software Design and Development (GYE03).

The course develops students’ research capabilities, and allows them to pursue a substantial research project in some aspect of computing. The skills developed here are intended to supplement the qualifications already acquired by students in their undergraduate degrees and their professional experience. Graduates will therefore be able to compete effectively for positions in the software industry, as software developers and/or researchers.

Entry Requirements

It is available to students that have completed an accredited (subject to approval by the School of Engineering and Informatics), level 8 (with 60 ECTS credits) postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology. Potential candidates are eligible to join the programme if the following conditions are met:

1. They have achieved the equivalent of a 2.1. (or better) honours degree.

2. They have built up a domain expertise which is equivalent to the year-1 syllabus of 1MF1.

Information for Entrants for September 2012

Students are exempt from all GYE03 (year 1) subjects, but need to complete a Research Methodology module (provided via online means). Therefore students will enrol to the programme in semester 2 of a given year. Students have to complete this module in order totransfer to the second year.

Students that successfully complete year 1 will commence a research project that extends typically over a 12 months period.

Objectives of the Course

Students will acquire specialised knowledge of specific IT topics and develop advanced research and development skills. Graduates of this programme will be eligible to pursue a range of career paths, primarily in the growing field of research and development in both industry and academia.

Places

There may be a limitation on places available.

Duration of the Course

The programme extends over approximately 12 months (e.g. students are expected to deliver a piece of research that is equivalent to 800 hours of work).

Important Dates

Closing Date for receipt of completed applications is:

Friday June 17th 2012

Fees

This programme is supported by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) under their Graduate Skills Conversion Programme, resulting in a reduced fee for European Union citizens. This is subject to review each year but in 2010/2011 the fees payable per annum by EU citizens were reduced to €2,500. 

Application Procedure

Applications to this programme can be made online via The Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC)  www.pac.ie

Contact Information

Dr. Michael Schukat, T +353 91 492031 E michael.schukatnuigalway.ie
  (enquiries about academic matters)
Dr. Hugh Melvin, T +353 91 493716 E: hugh.melvinnuigalway.ie


    

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