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The following criteria must be fulfilled by students applying for the MSc in Computer Science (Software Engineering):

- An honours degree in Computer Science or a closely related discipline, containing significant Computer Science content. An average grade of at least 60% (equivalent to a II.1 from an Irish NFQ Level 8 degree course) or above. Applicants with less Computer Science experience should consider MHG68 instead.

- English language certificate (for non-native speakers of English only)

Minimum English language requirements

• IELTS: 6.5 minimum overall score
• TOEFL (Paper based test): 585
• TOEFL (Internet based test): 95
• PTE (Pearson): 62

National University of Ireland Maynooth’s TOEFL code is 8850

Information regarding visas etc. may be obtained from the International Office at Maynooth University. 

Online application only http://www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity

PAC Code
MHG50 Full-time

The following information should be forwarded to PAC, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway or uploaded to your online application form:

·         Certified copies of official transcripts of results for all qualifications listed in your application

·         Transcripts of results in languages other than English should be accompanied by a translation into English PLUS a copy of the original certificate indicating the award

·         Two letters of recommendation (at least one from the institution you have graduated/will graduate from)

·         Your CV (we recommend that you use the European Format: see http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu for details)

·         A copy of your Birth Certificate or valid Passport

·         For non-native speakers of the English language, certificates of competency in the English Language (IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE)

Information on fees and funding is available at https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/study-maynooth/postgraduate-studies/fees-funding-scholarships

Each module is delivered as a series of intensive lectures. Each module also has associated practical work.

Participants submit a dissertation based on a Software Engineering topic. 

Duration: 1 Year Full Time

Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually. Please check periodically for updates.

Year 1

COMPUTER SCIENCE & SOFTWARE ENGINEERING SEE600 - COMPUTER SCIENCE (SOFTWARE ENGINEERING) Credits: 90 Compulsory: Module Code Credits Semester Compulsory ADVANCED CONCEPTS IN OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING CS613 7.5 1 DATABASES CS621B 7.5 1 INTERACTION DESIGN CS610 7.5 2 INTERNET SOLUTIONS ENGINEERING CS615 7.5 2 PRACTICAL CRYPTOGRAPHY CS616 7.5 1 PROJECT CS640 22.5 Year-Long REQUIREMENTS ENGINEERING & SYSTEM DESIGN CS607 7.5 1 RIGOROUS SOFTWARE PROCESS CS603 7.5 2 SOFTWARE TESTING CS608 7.5 2 THE MATHEMATICS & THEORY OF COMPUTER SCIENCE CS605 7.5 2

Programme Director Dr Kevin Casey
Tel +3531474 7553
Fax +3531708 1848
Email kevin.casey@mu.ie
Website https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/computer-science
Address Department of Computer Science, Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland

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Students are qualified for many jobs in the software industry. Many students gain full-time employment with the company who sponsor their work placement. Past graduates in the Masters programme have been accepted for membership of the IEI. Associate membership (AIEI) has been granted to those graduates with less than 2 years work experience, with Ordinary membership (MIEI) granted after a minimum of 2 full years work experience.

For further information on Postgraduate options please go to the Graduate Studies site