Software Development

The msc in software development course is specifically designed for graduates without a computing science background. a skills shortage, particularly around web and mobile applications means graduates are in high demand. this course will provide you with a pathway into one of the world's most in-demand and fastest-growing professional job sectors. the course has a particular focus on programming skills for in-demand mobile and web applications as well as software engineering and computer security.

ELP programs are offered by universities or pathway institutions to assist students in achieving the language proficiency required for academic studies. You can get admitted to your course with a lower language requirement if you do an ELP program.

Software development graduates are highly employable and can look forward to well-paid professional careers designing and building the digital technologies that underpin the global economy and every aspect of human activity from recreation through healthcare to business and the natural environment. graduates are in high demand now and into the foreseeable future with skill shortages widely reported in the media and professional press (egusatoday, 2017; forbes, 2017), and with an average growth rate of 17% predicted for software developers 2014-2024, one of the highest average growth rates of all jobs (us bureau of labor statistics, 2017). job market analysis shows that the most in-demand programming skills are around mobile and web applications – key skills developed as part of this degree. example roles include: software developer (java/javascript/python): as a software developer you'll be playing a key role in the design, installation, testing and maintenance of software systems. your programs will be the key driver for the success of a business and will enhance research software engineer (agile/scrum): as a software engineer you'll apply engineering principles to the creation of software. you will oversee the design process and connect the client’s needs with applicable technology solutions

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in Scotland have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Strathclyde has partnerships with the following companies: