Applied Software Engineering – MSc

Location: Athlone
years: 1

Level 9
Course Type Postgraduate
Study Mode Full Time / Part Time
Department Computer and Software Engineering

Course Overview

The MSc in Applied Software Engineering is an exciting one-year full-time programme, funded by Ericsson Ireland and ICT Skillnet and delivered by TUS in Athlone, which covers the entire software development lifecycle – from the fundamentals of computing and software design to implementation and testing. The master’s is completely free to all participants and offers a stipend to offset living costs. The MSc also includes a three-month paid placement with Ericsson. Upon satisfactory completion of the programme, graduates are offered a permanent job as a software engineer with Ericsson in Athlone.

Screening and selection of candidates takes place every spring, with the programme commencing in late June/early July.

Programme participants gain an integrated and critical knowledge of the skills and particular technologies used in ICT product development today. This fully funded MSc in Applied Software Engineering covers the fundamentals of contemporary software engineering and the tools, methods and techniques that support its applications.

Entry to the programme is on the basis of a competitive selection process. Prospective candidates may be requested to attend for interview, undertake tests or other selection procedures. Making an application is not a guarantee of selection. Applications are treated in strictest confidence. In making an application, applicants accept that no feedback will be provided to them, or any other party, regarding the selection process, or any reasons for their non-selection.

Online Application System

Apply here

Contact Details

Dr. Sheila Fallon

Course Coordinator

Email: Sheila.Fallon@tus.ie

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for this course, candidate must be:

(1) resident in Republic of Ireland
AND
(2) Irish or EEA national or resident in Republic of Ireland on a Stamp 4 Visa or Stamp 1G Visa and unemployed in June 2026, when the course is due to start.

The programme is available to graduates with an Honours Level 8 qualification who are eligible to work in Ireland. Candidates should have a 2.1 primary Honours Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology Engineering, Maths) discipline. This category includes (but is not limited to) computer science, software engineering, electronic engineering, and data networking but qualified applicants from any discipline with problem solving, logic and critical thinking may receive consideration.

Each application will be considered on its individual merits.

How to Apply

Applications will open in March 2026.

Please review the details and eligibility requirements here: https://ictskillnet.ie/courses/msc-in-applied-software-engineering/

If you meet all the criteria listed and wish to proceed with an application, please complete the details at the Apply button.

The Ericsson MSc In Applied Software Engineering programme has a very competitive application process including an aptitude test.

Making an application does not guarantee acceptance on the course.

We will begin processing applications in March 2026. After this time, we will be in contact with you regarding next steps.

Course Modules

Year 1

Object Oriented Programming
Data Architecture and Database Systems
Computer Networks
Data Analysis and Visualisation
Agile Design and Testing
Cloud and Computer Architecture
Distributed Systems and Security
Web Technologies
Continuous Build and Delivery
Self Management and Teamwork
Group Project

What can you do after this programme?

Career Opportunities

Ericsson Product Development Unit in Athlone specialises in the provision of operations support systems (OSS) to telecom operators using advanced data and event management and visualisation techniques.

Further Study

Students can progress to an appropriate Level 10 on completion.