Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

Master of Science in Software Engineering

This programme is specifically designed to provide:

  • An opportunity for professional development at an advanced level within the area of software engineering.
  • Enhancement of skills and knowledge in specialist areas for practising IT professionals.
  • The ability to undertake large-scale IT software development projects.
  • The skills necessary to participate effectively in the design and implementation of software systems of high quality and reliability.

Tuition Fee USD 9,025 total – Duration 1+ year

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Degree awarded by Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) which is  a top-ranked Malaysian university with a stunning campus in Kuala Lumpur. It is the ONLY Malaysian University to achieve the double distinction of achieving the QS “5 Stars Plus” Rating as well as being ranked in the Top 2.1% universities worldwide in the QS World University Ranking 2025.

Course Overview

MODULES OVERVIEW

Pre-Requisite Modules (for non-computing students) Duration: 1 month (Full-time) / 4 months (Part-time)
  • Programming in Python
  • Database Fundamentals
  • Systems Development Methods

 

There are 7 compulsory Core Modules (including Research Methodology module) and you will have to choose 3 elective modules from those listed.
  • Managing Software Development Projects
  • Reliability Management
  • Object Oriented Software Systems Engineering
  • Software Engineering Support Environments
  • Software Quality Engineering
  • Security Technologies
  • Research Methodology in Computing and Engineering
  • Project Paper

 

Elective Modules (Choose 3)*
  • Internet Applications
  • Network Design & Performance
  • Data Management
  • Big Data Analytics and Technologies
  • Natural Language Processing

* Elective modules may be pre-selected for students at the beginning of the semester. If students wish to change these pre-selected elective modules, they can choose from the available modules offered in the semester OR among the intensive delivery modules – however such changes may prolong the study duration.

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