Program Overview

Master of Science in Software Solutions Architecture

Overview

This online part-time programme is designed to give current and potential Software Architects the skills, theory, and recognition they need to develop in their role. The programme is delivered by a consortium led by TU Dublin (School of Enterprise Computing and Digital Transformation) with the International Association of Software Architects (IASA) and the Irish Computer Society (ICS).

Programme Details

TU Code

TU278

NFQ Level

Level 9

Award Type

Major

Award

Master of Science

ECTS Credits

90

Duration

2 years

Course Type

Postgraduate

Mode of Study

Part Time

Method of Delivery

Blended

Commencement Date

January 2026 TBC

Location

Tallaght

Fees

€4,325 Per Year
€8,650 Total Fee

Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet members may attract a reduced fee.

Programme Content

The programme aims to equip established and aspiring Architects with:

• An informed, common, industry-aligned understanding of their role
• A set of frameworks, approaches and tools for executing Architecture tasks
• A knowledge base of current best Architectural practice and experience
• Ability to Communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
• The capacity to understand technology initiatives from a broad Business Perspective
• Be equipped to make strategic technical decisions
• Obtain internationally certified and validated academic recognition

Minimum Entry Requirements

Standard admission criteria for admission to this course is a level 8 honours degree in Computing or a related area. Candidates are expected to have at least two years experience in a technology related role. Many software architects grow or develop into their role through experience in their organisation.

For non-standard candidates who have extensive experience in software related roles an RPL/APEL process may be used to assess candidates and advise of admissibility for the programme. In some cases candidates may be advised on prior modules to be taken to help qualify candidates for the programme. Given that the programme commences in January, non-standard candidates are advised to commence discussions prior to the preceding September as the preceding semester can be used to address any lacunae in background.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the course develop knowledge, skills and attributes around human dynamics, business, technology and strategy, IT Architecture, IT Quality Attributes and Environments which will support them in roles as IT Architects. The course also equips them to carry out applied research in topics at the cutting edge in this field.

Module Listing

Year One

Semester 1

• Business Technology Strategy [Mandatory]
• IT Architecture Design [Mandatory]
• IT Infrastructure and Automation [Mandatory]
• Research Methods and Proposal Writing [Mandatory]
• Research Project [Mandatory]

Semester 2

• IT Architecture in Practice [Mandatory]
• IT Architecture Quality Attributes [Mandatory]
• Human and Organisational Issues [Mandatory]

Schedule

This course is delivered online two evenings per week. An initial two day session is delivered in person at the start of each year. Some optional additional on campus events may also be held. There are two examinations which are generally held on campus over the period of the programme.