Study at Fulda University of Applied Sciences
Fulda, Germany
| Programme details | |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Master of Science (MSc) |
| Discipline: |
Software Engineering
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| Duration: | 1.5 years |
| ECTS points: | 90 |
| Study modes: | full-time |
| University website: | Global Software Development |
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Global Software Development is an international, practice-oriented Master's programme. Graduates are able to work in a globally distributed team on the design and realisation of complex, distributed software systems.
Depending on the scope of the Bachelor's degree obtained (6 or 7 semesters), the standard duration of studies is 3 or 4 semesters.
A period abroad can be completed as part of the university studies.
Language of instruction: English, however an A1 in German is required.
The first two semesters comprise modules in the areas of infrastructure, programming, technologies, methods and application (in intercultural teams). The third and fourth semesters are dedicated to the preparation of the Master's thesis and attendance at a seminar with a specialisation in intercultural topics.
A period abroad is compulsory for students with a first degree from Germany who have not yet completed a period abroad.
In the three-semester programme, the semester abroad can be completed in the second semester, in the four-semester programme also in the third semester or alternatively a work placement abroad in the third semester.
Students with a foreign first degree can choose between a 20-week internship in Germany, German language courses and attendance of other courses totalling 30 ECTS credits in the four-semester study option.
The university studies programme offers modules in the areas of infrastructure, programming, technology, methods and applications (in intercultural teams). A lot of emphasis is placed on training related to practice with many internships in our computer labs as well as project and group work.
In the third and fourth semesters, the Master's thesis is written and a Master's seminar and a seminar on intercultural topics are offered.
The university studies emphasise collaboration between German and international students. Students present their work in written and oral form, both individually and in groups, in order to develop their communication and presentation skills.
You can choose from the following compulsory elective modules:
The International Master's programme "Global Software Development" is aimed at students who wish to pursue a professional appointment as a software developer and work in international teams in the design and implementation of complex distributed software systems.
Successful graduates will acquire the following competences, among others:
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