Master of Science in Software Design with Cloud Native Computing
Cloud native computing is an approach in software development that utilizes cloud computing to build and run scalable applications in modern, dynamic environments such as public, private, and hybrid clouds.
Cloud native applications are designed to capitalise on the scalability and flexibility of the cloud. In contrast to traditional monolithic applications, cloud-native applications are built using multiple, independent microservices that are deployed in cloud environments. Cloud native development takes an agile approach to creating new applications. Using a DevOps based continuous delivery model, software development teams can quickly, iteratively and automatically add new features to an application.
The Master of Science in Cloud Native Computing is a high-level programme with 90 ECTS. It is intended for IT professionals who wish to gain specific skills in Software Design with Cloud Native Computing.
Online
- Applied Scripting Languages
- Containers and Cluster Management
- Cloud and Production Ready Microservices
- Continuous Integration and Delivery
- Team Project
- Object Oriented Programming 1 & 2
- Engineering Team Project
- Research Methods and Professional Practice
- Work Placement or Applied Dissertation
Honours (Grade 2.2) degree in an appropriate engineering, computing or cognate discipline, or an equivalent qualification.
Online – Induction for the September 2023 programme takes place (online via Zoom) on Saturday 09th September from 9.30am to 1.00pm. Classes commence week beginning Monday 11th September 2023.
This is a Springboard+ Funded Programme.
This programme will be fully funded for eligible unemployed applicants.
Eligible employed applicants will be 90% funded. They will have to pay 10% directly to TUS. The 10% payable is €690.
1 year: 2 evenings per week online. This programme has 12 contact hours per week and at least 12 hours of self-directed learning are necessary per week, and it incorporates a work placement or industry focused dissertation so that students can directly apply theory to practice.
NFQ Level 9
(90 Credits)
For those who wish to further their studies, graduates of this programme will be eligible to pursue research opportunities at TUS Athlone Campus at PhD level.
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Software Design with Cloud Native Computing
Cloud-native applications are designed to capitalize on the scalability and flexibility of the cloud. In contrast to traditional monolithic applications, cloud-native applications are built using multiple, independent microservices that are deployed in cloud environments. Cloud-native development takes an agile approach to creating new applications. Using a DevOps-based continuous delivery model, software development teams can quickly, iteratively and automatically add new features to an application. The course will provide students with both theoretical and practical skills to develop software systems which use Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) in order to run applications on servers that can be flexibly provisioned on demand.
Industry
Focus
Our course content is aligned with industry requirements
Online
Delivery
This course is delivered fully online.
Career
opportunities
This course will allow for clear career and educational progression
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Programme Aims
TUS’s Faculty of Engineering and Informatics is housed in one of the most modern and well-equipped facilities of its kind in the country. Lecturers have extensive industry experience which enriches their teaching skills and competencies. You will be part of an exciting software development environment, with advanced research and strong links to industry.
Online/Blended
Online
Programme Content
Object Oriented Programming I
Research Methods & Professional Practice
Applied Scripting Languages
Container Design and Deployment
Object Oriented Programming II
Continuous Build and Delivery
Microservices Architecture
Engineering Team Project
Students may choose to complete a research dissertation or industry based work placement.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold a 4 year honours degree in software design or an equivalent qualification with a minimum grade of 2.1 (60%). In line with institute policies, non-native English speakers are required to have an IELTS level of 6.0 or higher.
Commencing
Online – Week commencing 12th September
Programme Fee
This is a ICT Skills/Springboard+ Funded Programme.
This programme will be fully funded for eligible unemployed applicants.
Eligible employed applicants will be 90% funded. They will have to pay 10% directly to TUS. For full details of eligibility criteria and to apply go to www.springboardcourses.ie
Duration
1 Year – 2 x evenings per week
Progression
Software development is an enormous growth area in ICT engineering. Over 900 software companies are currently in operation in Ireland employing more than 24,000 people. Ireland’s reputation as a centre of software excellence is unrivalled in Europe. It is home to multinational and indigenous firms generating €16 billion of exports annually. The sectors wide-ranging activities include software development, R&D, business services and EMEA/International headquarters.
Cloud Computing can be defined as the unification of devices, operating systems, data and storage into a single system. This MSc in Software Design with Cloud Native Computing is designed to provide the education and training required to prepare you for a career in software design, focusing specifically on Cloud Computing. Cloud Computing has been referred to as “climate change for IT” with a significant growth in employment opportunities in this area.
NFQ Level
Level 9 NFQ, 90 Credits
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Career Opportunities
According to the Forfás Vacancy Overview Report, the most difficult to fill vacancies were for the ICT sector, primarily for professional roles in software development including software developers: cloud computing, Web development database (with Oracle/SQL), Java, JavaScript, C#, and .Net the most frequently
mentioned.
Career Prospects
Based on significant industrial collaboration of the Department of Computer and Software Engineering graduate of this M.Sc in Software Design with Cloud Native Computing are well placed to work in these roles. According to Ireland's Skills Strategy 2025 (Department of Education and Skills) there are skills shortages for professionals and associate professionals across sectors in many areas of ICT. The shortage of ICT talent is potentially significant for a number of sectors where ICT skills are needed, in particular software development. Ireland is likely to face an average increase in demand for high-level ICT skills of around 5% a year with the employment of ICT professionals anticipated to rise to just over 91,000. This skills shortage has become increasingly acute as more and more tech companies expand their operations in Ireland.”
Work Placement
The Work Placement & Professional Practice provide in this programme provides learners with a comprehensive experience of the working environment while deepening specialist skills relevant to the programme. The module responds
to the requirements of industry and relevant professional bodies as it facilitates in-depth student induction, extended
professional practice,and immersion in contextualised specialised technologies and techniques.
Further Study
Students who successfully complete this programme will be eligible to pursue research opportunities at TUS at PhD level.
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