Software Development - International Systems
A master's programme at the University of Limerick for non-computing graduates to transition into software development.
Best for:Best for non-computing graduates from humanities, linguistics, or other disciplines seeking to transition into software development.
Overview
The Software Development - International Systems master's programme is offered by the University of Limerick to help individuals from non-computing backgrounds build a career in software engineering. The curriculum bridges prior academic or professional experience with intensive software development training, with a particular emphasis on supporting those with backgrounds in languages or localisation. Students participate in coursework and practical projects designed to equip them with core programming and system development skills. The university manages admissions through a competitive shortlisting process that may include interviews.
What you'll do
- Complete coursework and practical modules in software development and international systems
- Participate in collaborative programming projects and technical assignments
- Engage with software design, implementation, and testing methodologies
- Apply prior domain knowledge in combination with newly acquired computing skills
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in any non-computing discipline
Degree offered: Master's (Level 9 NFQ)
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Aptitude for learning software development and programming concepts
- Capacity to complete rigorous graduate-level coursework
- Applicants must hold an eligible non-computing bachelor's degree at NFQ Level 8 with a 2:2 grade or higher
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How to apply
Applications are submitted through the university's online application portal. Candidates may be shortlisted and invited to an interview as part of the admission process.
- Bachelor's degree transcripts
- CV
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