Software Engineering
Master of Science
Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media
Programs of Interest
0 The master's in Software Engineering provides students with skills that are widely applicable, highly in demand, and richly rewarded. Software engineering is a discipline concerned with the processes, methodologies, techniques, and tools of developing high-quality software systems in a cost-effective manner. The Software Engineering program emphasizes the best software engineering practices, current methodologies, emerging technologies, and their applications in various industries. It also emphasizes the development of communication and presentation skills in a team-based software development environment. The curriculum encompasses all important aspects of software engineering, including: requirements engineering, software architecture and design, software construction, software testing and quality assurance, software maintenance, and software project management.
For international students: this is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify you to extend your post-graduation stay in the United States.
Degree Requirements
Concentrations
AI in Software Engineering
Real-Time Software and Game Systems
Software Development & Architecture
Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Correctly create a model of the structure and behavior of a software system.
- Design and implement, in a programming language, an executable solution to a given problem using common software principles and best practices.
- Apply appropriate software testing techniques and evaluate the quality of a software product at module, integration, and system granularity levels.
- Select and adapt suitable elements from among conventional and evolving software development life-cycle processes and apply the resulting process to a software project.
- Collaborate in teams to develop a significantly sized software system from conceptualization to completion.
- Communicate effectively design and development decisions through written and graphical demonstration.
Career Outcomes
$95,000median salary reported by program graduates six months after degree completion
Job Opportunities
A master's in Software Engineering opens up a range of job opportunities across various industries. Graduates can expect to find roles in software development, quality assurance and testing, project management, and specialized fields including cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
Industry Demand
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 22% growth in employment for software developers, QA analysts, and testers from 2020 to 2030, which is much faster than the average for all occupations.
Faculty
School of Computing faculty, actively engaged in research projects funded by renowned organizations like the National Science Foundation, Siemens, and Microsoft, provide invaluable insights into specialized areas such as safety-critical software development, software architectural design, and model-driven development.