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Engineering - Software Engineering with Placement

A Master's degree programme focused on the design, development, and deployment of large-scale software systems.

Best for:Best for students seeking a Master's degree in software engineering with an integrated professional placement.

Queen's University Belfast · Ireland · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
How to Apply Application for admission to full-time undergraduate and sandwich courses at the University should normally be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Full information can be obtained from the UCAS website at: www.ucas.com/applying. When to Apply UCAS will start processing applications for entry in autumn 2027 from early September 2026. The advisory closing date for the receipt of applications for entry in 2027 is Wednesday 13 January 2027 (18:00). This is the 'equal consideration' deadline for this course. Applications from UK and EU (Republic of Ireland) students after this date are, in practice, considered by Queen’s for entry to this course throughout the remainder of the application cycle (30 June 2027) subject to the availability of places. If you apply for 2027 entry after this deadline, you will automatically be entered into Clearing. Applications from International and EU (Other) students are normally considered by Queen's for entry to this course until 30 June 2027. If you apply for 2027 entry after this deadline, you will automatically be entered into Clearing. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as is consistent with having made a careful and considered choice of institutions and courses. The Institution code name for Queen's is QBELF and the institution code is Q75. Further information on applying to study at Queen's is available at: www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Undergraduate/How-to-apply/
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5 years (Full Time)
Start date
Autumn 2027
Location
Ireland

Overview

This Master's programme at Queen's University Belfast is designed to provide students with the analytical, reasoning, and practical skills necessary for modern software engineering. The curriculum emphasizes the full lifecycle of large software systems, from initial design through to development and deployment. Students will benefit from a placement component that integrates academic learning with professional experience. The programme prepares graduates for technical roles in the software industry by combining theoretical foundations with hands-on application.

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What you'll do

  • Engage in advanced study of software design and development methodologies.
  • Participate in a professional placement to gain industry experience.
  • Apply analytical and reasoning skills to solve complex software engineering problems.
  • Develop and deploy large-scale software systems as part of coursework.
  • Collaborate on technical projects to enhance practical engineering capabilities.

Requirements

Degree required: Irish Leaving Certificate (H2H3H3H3H3H3 or H2H2H3H3H3H3) with Mathematics (O4)

Degree offered: Master's

Language: English

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proficiency in Mathematics at Ordinary Level grade O4 or higher.
  • Academic background meeting the specified Leaving Certificate grade requirements.
  • Analytical and reasoning capabilities suitable for postgraduate engineering study.
Nice to have
Prior experience in software development projects.Familiarity with software engineering principles.
Eligibility
  • Applicants must meet the specific Irish Leaving Certificate grade requirements.
  • International and EU students are eligible to apply subject to availability.

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How to apply

Deadline: 2027-01-13

Applications for this programme must be submitted through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Applicants should use the institution code QBELF and course code Q75. Early application is encouraged to ensure equal consideration.

Documents required
  • Academic transcripts
  • Proof of qualifications
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Contact

https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Undergraduate/How-to-apply/

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