Master of Software Engineering
About this program
What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.
This full‑time English‑taught Master of Software Engineering programme is delivered at the Suzhou Campus of University of Science and Technology of China. Rooted in USTC’s solid foundation in computer science and engineering research, the programme is oriented toward industrial‑driven software talent cultivation, focusing on advanced software development methodologies, big‑data processing technology, artificial intelligence engineering practice, cloud computing system construction, software project management and enterprise‑level software system design. The curriculum balances theoretical knowledge and practical engineering training, combining core compulsory courses, specialized elective modules, enterprise‑oriented case seminars and long‑term engineering practice projects. Students will receive systematic training covering software requirement analysis, system architecture design, coding implementation, software testing, quality control and full‑cycle project management. Students are required to complete all stipulated course credits, participate in academic seminars and engineering practice activities, finish independent research or engineering‑development work, and submit a master thesis or comprehensive engineering project report which must pass formal defence to obtain the master degree. Upon graduation, graduates possess strong software engineering implementation capability and systematic technical vision, and can take up technical development, system design, project management and technical research positions in global software companies, internet enterprises, high‑tech manufacturing institutions and cross‑border information‑technology organisations worldwide.
Program overview
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Program length
Full‑time | 24‑36 Months (2‑3 academic years)
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Language requirement
English
This program is taught in English. You may still need to submit an English proficiency test depending on your nationality and previous education.
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Entrance / admission test
Not required
No separate entrance test is listed for this program. The university may still review your academic profile and documents.
Admission intakes & deadlines
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September2026
Classes start September 2026
Timeline dates for this intake have not been published yet.
About the university
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