Master in Professional Software Development MSc

Ulster University, founded in 1968 and home to around 27,000 students, is a lively choice for international learners in the United Kingdom. With 351 programs across its faculties, the university blends applied research, industry partnerships and campus-based learning to offer degrees that reflect current professional demands. Ulster’s multi-campus model enables access to diverse urban and regional settings while maintaining strong connections with employers.

Students benefit from career-focused course design, placement opportunities and a wide range of student support services including academic tutoring, mental health resources and international student advisors. The university emphasizes innovation, practical skills and interdisciplinary study, giving learners hands-on experience through labs, studios and real-world projects that enhance employability.

Ulster’s inclusive campus life features clubs, volunteering and cultural activities that help newcomers integrate quickly. Admissions teams are experienced in supporting overseas applicants with visa guidance and scholarship information. For students seeking a UK education that combines professional preparation with a supportive community, Ulster University provides practical pathways and a strong regional network.

About this Course

The intensive one-year master’s conversion course is aimed at highly-motivated graduates with a good honours degree in any discipline with no more than 50% computing content. While the course has a particular focus on the employment needs of the local economy, the expertise and abilities developed are easily transferred to a more global stage.

The overall aim of this course is to provide graduates equipped to apply best practice in software engineering to the development of a wide range of software systems in a variety of organisations. Skilled software developers are needed to support Northern Ireland’s burgeoning software industry.

Ulster University academics are actively involved in both research and teaching, ensuring that developments accrued through research can feed into the teaching of students. A significant percentage of staff are members of the Higher Education Academy, and all staff are expected to have a Postgraduate Certificate in University Teaching or equivalent.