Overview

True leadership in software engineering goes beyond the code.

This course focuses on the development of skills that are essential for technical leaders in modern industries. You will sharpen your ability to analyse and translate complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies, empowering your teams to deliver quality results on time.

From mastering project delivery to refining communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, this course builds the competencies needed to manage technical teams effectively. You will develop a strategic approach to technical problem-solving while ensuring you are equipped to guide teams through continuous innovation and adaptation.

Programme Structure

This programme consists of the following core and optional modules. Full-time students usually take 60 credits per semester, while part-time students often take one or two modules per term. See the programme specification for full details.

YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 1

Continuous Integration and Delivery (ID71) - 30 credits

Advanced Leadership for Innovation (AL71) - 15 credits

Modern Requirements Engineering (RE71) - 15 credits

YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 2

Advanced Cloud-Native Development (CD71) (optional) - 30 credits

AI in Business: Strategies and Implementation (MA71) (optional) - 15 credits

Interaction Design for User-Centred Systems (VS71) (optional) - 15 credits

Digital Delivery Management (DM71) (optional) - 30 credits

GenAI Agent Engineering (LL71) (optional) - 30 credits

YEAR 1 - SEMESTER 3

Master's Final Project (FP10) - 60 credits

Audience

Software Engineers
Technical Leads
IT Professionals
Aspiring Tech Leaders
Software Architects
Engineering Managers
Senior Developers
Product Development Leaders
Technical Managers
System Architects
Software Development Managers
IT Project Managers
Full Stack Developers
Cloud Architects
Agile Software Leaders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- 17 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

Main intakes:

February
June
October

We also offer monthly intakes, providing additional flexibility for students who wish to begin their studies sooner.

Language

English

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

90 ECTS

180 CATS

Delivered

Online

Self-paced
Proactive tutoring and support
Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions)

Campus Location

London Borough of Sutton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

70

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PTE Academic

50

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6

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Trusted by 7M+ Students

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Accurate score assesment, always
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Other requirements

General requirements

The information below reflects the current course structure and module details. Updates may be made annually, and revised details will be published in the Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year. The regulations governing this course are available on our website.This programme is designed for established professionals. To qualify, applicants must have a degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering or math), as well as minimum 2 years of professional experience as a software engineer or in a similar role, including programming skills.Alternarively, applicants without a degree can qualify if they have 5 years of professional experience in software engineering or similar.

Work experience

Applicants need either:

A degree in STEM plus 2 years of professional experience as a software engineer or in a similar role, including programming skills.
Or, 5 years of professional experience in software engineering or a similar field without a degree.

Technological requirements

Some programmes require a foundational understanding of IT through academic or professional experience.

If you lack this background but meet other criteria, you may receive a conditional offer, subject to completing our free IT Foundation and Programming course.

Your success in this course will demonstrate your ability to learn advanced digital skills, leading to an unconditional offer.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11900 GBP / year

≈ 11900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

11900 GBP / year

≈ 11900 GBP / year

Additional Details

Fees can typically be paid either:

Full upfront payment
Through an agreed monthly instalment plan
Semesterly based on modules

Funding

LSI offers a range of scholarships to help make postgraduate study more accessible. These include the Aspire Scholarship (£3,000) for eligible students from lower-income households, the Geekess Scholarship (£4,000) for high-achieving female students pursuing leadership in technology, and the Catalyst Scholarship (£6,000) for exceptional applicants with a strong academic or professional background who aim to create positive social impact through technology.

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Duration

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IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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General requirements

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Additional Details

Funding

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