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Science (Software Development)

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  • University/Institute Name Maynooth University
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Application deadlineJul 2026
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Position Details (Master's)

The Science (Software Development) program from Maynooth Universityis a one-year program for graduates with degrees in ANY subject giving them a practical introduction to software development including programming, software design and testing, team project work.

The Science (Software Development) program from Maynooth University is designed to give students practical skills for use in the software industry as programrs, software designers and testers and to bring students to the standard for industrial accreditation as programrs.

Graduates of the Higher Diploma in Software Development who hold a first-class honour in this course and who demonstrate a strong programming ability, are welcome to apply for entry to this 1-year MSc program in Software engineering.

Career Options

The majority of graduates who completed this course last year are either in full time employment or have continued their studies at Masters level in this field of study.Students of the Higher Diploma in Software Development have found full time employment in the following ICT roles:

  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Software Test Engineer
  • Mobile Applications Developer
  • Consultant Software Analyst
  • Applications Development Analyst
  • Web Applications Developer
  • Database Administrator
  • Information Technology Technical Support Engineer

Courses include:

  • Databases
  • Computer Systems
  • Software Testing
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Software Project

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Position Start Date

Sep 2026