Software Development Coventry University

Overview

The MSc Software Development programme at Coventry University has been designed for those with previous experience of programming, and for those who would like the opportunity to pursue employment or further research in software system design and development.

Quick Facts:

• The course is designed with inputs from industry experts to deliver a syllabus that is up-to-date and reflects employment trends. You will have the opportunity to learn how to construct and deliver software solutions on real-world case scenarios.
• The degree combines theories and practices in the design and development of software systems. It covers a wide range of key topics, including software architecture design solutions, database management and big data, security, web and mobile applications development, and agile software development.

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Critically evaluate methodology, tools and techniques to develop software effective solutions through the development lifecycle to real-world problems
• Critically evaluate software architectures, applications and related security issues to deliver appropriate and reusable software solutions to real-world problems

• Develop relevant technical skills in emerging technologies to adapt to the challenges in building modern software systems in a global context

• Develop a wide range of postgraduate level professional and transferable skills in building modern software systems in a team-work environmentDevelop the awareness of professional, social, ethical, and legal issues along with commercial risk and management for software systems
• Develop research skills required for advanced software development topics selected according to the interests of individual students.