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Master of Professional Studies - Software Engineering (STEM) EDUCO - University of Maryland - Baltimore County EDUCO - University of Maryland - Baltimore County, USA

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USD 25920

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 50

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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90

TOEFL

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70%

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Program Overview

The Master of Professional Studies in Software Engineering is a ten-course program designed for professionals interested in developing software at all levels. 

In this interdisciplinary graduate program, students will gain both comprehensive software engineering knowledge and skills, in addition to increased exposure to coursework in leadership, communications, management, and ethics.  The MPS degree provides hands-on applied experience, real-world application of relevant concepts, mentorship, and industry connections.

  • Students will learn modern approaches to software development: requirements analysis, system design techniques, formal specification techniques, implementation, testing, debugging, metrics, human factors, quality assurance, cost estimation, maintenance, and tools.
  • Students will be introduced to, and gain firsthand experience on, the fundamentals of software testing and the main phases in the software development process.
  • Students will gain experience working on hands-on programming projects that prepare students to work in co-located or geographically distributed software development team environments
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, Jan 2025, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    61 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    25920

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 50

    Application Fee
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    13000 Per year

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