Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Advanced Software Engineering at FHDW Hannover is an 18-month full-time program that empowers graduates with software development experience to become leaders in complex projects and agile teams. It combines theory and practice, focusing on modern software architectures, IT security, quality assurance, and automation of development processes. The program prepares graduates for careers in software development, IT architecture, and artificial intelligence, fostering personal interaction and close contact with professors in a highly ranked university.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Advanced Software Engineering at FHDW Hannover is a 18-month, full-time program designed for graduates with a Bachelor's degree and some software development experience. It aims to deepen technical knowledge and develop leadership skills for complex projects and agile teams. The program focuses on enabling developers to take on leading roles in creating innovative IT solutions. Students learn to make well-founded technical decisions in large projects and strategically manage their implementation. Modern software architectures, IT security concepts, and quality assurance for distributed systems (web applications and cloud solutions) are key components. The curriculum also covers the automation of development processes, a crucial skill for creating efficient and scalable software. The program emphasizes practical application, using real-world projects to apply AI-supported development methods and create innovative software solutions. It combines theory and practice to build technical expertise and develop strategic project leadership skills (both technical and organizational). The program prepares graduates for roles in software development, IT architecture, and artificial intelligence.
Outline:
The Master's program in Advanced Software Engineering is structured into four study blocks with a technological focus. These blocks concentrate on developing modern software solutions using AI, IT security strategies, and the automation of software development processes. The program includes the following competency blocks:
- Intelligent Software Development Process: This covers software design and architectures, agile project management, and automation in software engineering.
- Software Quality Assurance: This includes formal methods, IT security, and quality assurance methods.
- Software Engineering for Intelligent Systems: This covers machine learning, data science programming, and an integration project.
- Practical Work: This involves a practical project with a colloquium and a master's thesis with a colloquium. The program involves 15 months of lectures with practical components, with a quarterly alternation between theory and practice phases. During theory phases, lectures are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Saturdays, and possibly Fridays.
Teaching:
The program uses a combination of modern teaching methods and intensive practical work. The lectures can be streamed live upon request. The program emphasizes a practical approach, with students applying their knowledge in real-world projects. The size of learning groups is smaller, allowing for more individual attention. The program is taught at FHDW Hannover, with the option of attending lectures either on-site or digitally.
Careers:
The program prepares students for roles such as:
- Specialist in Artificial Intelligence (AI): Developing and implementing AI-based solutions to optimize business processes and drive automation.
- Software Architect: Designing and structuring complex software solutions, developing scalable architectures, and overseeing the implementation of large software projects.
- Project Manager for Software Development: Leading interdisciplinary teams and coordinating the entire development process of software projects.
Other:
The FHDW Hannover is described as a privately-run university that fosters personal interaction and close contact with students. It emphasizes 1:1 communication with professors and comprehensive support throughout the program. The university has received multiple awards and is considered among the best in Germany. The program is accredited by ZEvA (Zentralstelle für Weiterbildung im Bereich der Erwachsenenbildung). Students with 180 ECTS credits can participate with a bridging course to make up the difference to the required 210 ECTS. The program is available in Hannover, with the option of attending lectures on-site or digitally.
This university is a private, non-profit institution with over 25 years of experience in education. It focuses on business and information technology programs, offering an approach where academic training and professional qualifications go hand in hand. Unlike many other universities, students here benefit from personal and individualized support from dedicated lecturers.
The university maintains high-quality standards, with its bachelor's degree program offering 210 credit points instead of the usual 180. This structure not only provides excellent preparation for pursuing a master’s degree but also broadens access to a wide range of postgraduate opportunities.
Entry Requirements:
A qualifying university degree with at least 210 credit points (CP) or a Bachelor's degree with 180 CP plus a bridging course is required. If a student has 180 ECTS, they can complete a bridging course at FHDW Hannover to make up the difference of up to 30 points. If ECTS are not made up, the regular start date is in January. Individual review for applicants from diploma programs and graduates of non-relevant degree programs is possible.