Master ICT: Software Engineering
The field of software engineering is always evolving. Innovative and disruptive technologies call for people like you to take them to a next level. How do you design software for systems-of-systems? What is necessary to automate data analytics using AI? In this master, you become an inspiring software specialist who can tackle complex software-related problems from design to realization and management.
During this program, you will improve your skills as a software engineer to take the lead in innovative ICT systems. You will do so in three projects. Workshops provide necessary background information to assist you in developing high-quality and reliable software. The specialization project allows you to delve deeper into state-of-the-art technology.
The program closely mirrors real-life practice: you will learn by doing, carrying out projects which are supported through knowledge workshops. These projects focus on advanced software engineering aspects, specialistic technology, and a graduation assignment.
The program is composed of three projects and corresponding knowledge workshops. In the first project, you learn more about creating scalable and robust software. The specialization DataOps focuses on data analytics and building self-learning systems. It is also possible to create your own specialization (the Open Specialization). Graduation will be done through a company assignment.
- ECTS transcript – If you are still completing your Bachelor’s degree, upload an ECTS transcript showing the subjects you have studied, your grades, and the number of credits awarded. Your Bachelor’s diploma must be uploaded later, as soon as you receive it.
- Bachelor’s diploma – If you have already graduated, upload your Bachelor’s diploma. A separate ECTS transcript is not required.
Note: Your Bachelor’s degree must be in the same or a related field as the Master’s programme you are applying for. The university will check whether you have completed enough relevant subjects and ECTS credits.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending where you completed your bachelor education.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
You must submit the following information:
- Portfolio: CV + examples of your own work (e.g. bachelor’s thesis, products from projects).
- Motivation letter (max. two pages): Reflect critically on your achievements during your bachelor’s and be clear about where you will focus on during your master’s study.
- Proof of English language skills (not necessary if you have a bachelor’s degree from a university in the Netherlands).
If your application is received in good order, you will receive an invitation to attend an admission interview (face-to-face or online), during which we explore your motivation and assess the chances that you will successfully complete the programme.
ICT is everywhere: many companies are looking for qualified software engineers across all domains. When you graduate, you have the means to take the lead in software development. You can provide innovative insights for complex problems and are able to lead software teams. Having completed this master program, the keys to do so will be in your hands. All you have to do is unlock the potential of software!
The professional field is looking for software engineers with a professional, pro-active attitude who specialize in a specific direction such as data science or DevOps. To digitize the world, you will design and realize innovative software solutions in a variety of ways. With this master, you can grow more quickly to take on a leading role to effect these innovations.
- Software architect
- Lead software developer
- DataOps engineer
