Master in Software Engineering for Information Systems

The software engineering landscape is evolving rapidly, with AI-based tools such as ChatGPT and Copilot transforming the way we develop software and automate business processes. Modern organisations require advanced IT solutions that necessitate a profound grasp of operational environments and business contexts, rendering software development a discipline that demands proficiency in contextual analysis, AI integration, and customisation. There is an increasing need for a new generation of software technologies to ensure robust, safe, secure and real-time operations, particularly in AI-driven environments where software reliability and sustainability are critical concerns. The programme also covers the responsible development of software.

Career Opportunities:

Typical job profiles are Software Engineer: Analysis, design, implementation, customisation, overhaul, and maintenance of intelligent solutions with high reliability and performance , by fully exploiting inventions and software technologies for pragmatic application and rapid commercialisation, in real time and on a large scale. Such software systems include: ICT, business, industrial automotive, automation and control, scientific and data processing, the management of complex infrastructures, cyber-physical systems;

We will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career as a software engineer in an AI-empowered world.

In this English-taught Master programme, you will learn to conceive, design, implement, customise and maintain modern software systems by applying advanced software engineering principles enhanced with AI capabilities. The curriculum provides advanced, contemporary software engineering knowledge and software development practice. You will develop and test prototypes that reflect today's AI-driven reality, preparing you to address the challenges that new technological advances present to software engineering.

Structure of the course

The study plan is structured to offer both a solid foundation and flexible opportunities for specialisation. It consists of three main components that combine theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and research experience.

• Mandatory courses (60 ECTS credits): These courses cover topics providing both foundational and advanced knowledge of software engineering. They aim to standardise the knowledge of students from different educational backgrounds and further develop their professional competencies as software engineers.
• Optional and free-choice courses (24 ECTS credits): These courses cover various topics related to software engineering that students can choose from to extend their knowledge. Examples include algorithms for parallel computing, responsible software engineering and entrepreneurial software engineering. These courses cover topics that reflect current trends in software engineering, extending students' knowledge horizontally. They cover a broader range than classical software engineering programmes, providing students with contemporary, interdisciplinary knowledge.
• Internship and Thesis (36 ECTS credits): These two elements are open to all students, who can use them to gain professional experience in a business area of their choice and to explore a specific area of software engineering through conducting empirical research.

• Aula internazionale
• Docenti internazionali
• Lezioni in lingua straniera 50%
• Tirocinio formativo all’estero
• Tirocinio formativo presso aziende internazionali

Frequentare questo corso ha un costo di € 1200 Esente IVA.

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