MSc Software Engineering (Conversion)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55 to 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Westminster offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to help students pursue their academic goals. These scholarships are designed to assist both domestic and international students and provide opportunities for students across various disciplines. 

1. Westminster International Postgraduate Full Scholarship: Similar to the undergraduate scholarship, this scholarship supports outstanding international students pursuing a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Westminster. It covers full tuition fees, accommodation, and living expenses for the duration of the program.
2. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: This scholarship is available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students and recognizes academic excellence. It provides a partial tuition fee waiver for the duration of the program.
3. International Student House Scholarship: This scholarship is specifically for international students who will be residing at the International Student House during their studies. It covers a portion of the accommodation costs.
4. Westminster Business School Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is aimed at high-achieving students applying to business-related courses within the Westminster Business School. It provides a partial tuition fee waiver.

Graduates of the MSc Software Engineering (Conversion) program from the University of Westminster have excellent career prospects.

1. Software Developer/Engineer: Graduates can pursue careers as software developers or engineers, responsible for designing, coding, and testing software applications. They can work in various industries such as IT consulting, software development firms, and technology companies.

2. Web Developer: Graduates can specialize in web development, building interactive and user-friendly websites and web applications. They can work as front-end developers, back-end developers, or full-stack developers.

3. Mobile App Developer: With the increasing demand for mobile applications, graduates can choose to specialize in mobile app development. They can work on developing mobile apps for iOS, Android, or cross-platform environments.

4. Software Tester/Quality Assurance Analyst: Graduates can work as software testers or quality assurance analysts, responsible for ensuring the quality and functionality of software systems. They perform various testing activities, identify bugs or issues, and ensure compliance with quality standards.

5. Software Project Manager: Graduates with strong project management skills can pursue careers as software project managers. They oversee software development projects, coordinate teams, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure successful project delivery.

6. Software Consultant: Graduates can work as software consultants, providing expertise and guidance to organizations in software development, technology implementation, and software process improvement. They help organizations optimize their software systems and strategies.

7. Software Architect: Graduates can specialize in software architecture, designing and overseeing the development of large-scale software systems. They focus on system scalability, performance, and overall architectural integrity.

8. IT Analyst/Consultant: Graduates can work as IT analysts or consultants, providing technical expertise and solutions to organizations in areas such as software selection, system integration, and IT strategy development.