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    Software Development [MSc]

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    Glasgow, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £34,470.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    52%
    Acceptance
    of applicants

    Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Glasgow, GB. Tuition is £34,470.

    About the program

    Specialist version of the MSc in Information Technology for non-computing graduates, focusing on professional software development skills applied in a significant project. Covers programming, algorithms, databases, cybersecurity, software engineering, systems, networks, team projects.

    Focus: coursework
    6th UK (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, Computing Science)

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    Deadlines

    Round 5 2026
    May 13, 2026
    Round 6 2026
    Jul 8, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 90 overall with Writing 24, all other subskills no lower than Listening 19, Speaking 19; Reading 20 OR Writing at 21, and other subtests no lower than Listening 23; Speaking 23; Reading 23 (tests up to 20 Jan 2026); 92 overall with Writing 24, all other subskills no lower than Listening 20, Speaking 23; Reading 22 OR Writing at 21, and other subtests no lower than Listening 23; Speaking 24; Reading 23 (tests from 21 Jan 2026)
    IELTS
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    Min 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0 (specifically: 6.5 overall with Writing at 6.5 and no subtest less than 6.0; OR Writing at 6.0 and all other subtests at 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route)

    £30,580.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow is £34,470.
    Is Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow online or in-person?
    Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow is offered in-person.
    How long does Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow take to complete?
    Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject with less than 50% of credit bearing modules in Computing
    How competitive is Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow?
    Software Development [MSc] at University of Glasgow reports an acceptance rate of approximately 52%.