Overview

The Applied Software Engineering course at the Technological University of the Shannon is completely free to all participants and offers a stipend to offset living costs. The MSc also includes a three-month paid placement with Ericsson. Upon satisfactory completion of the programme, graduates are offered a permanent job as a software engineer with Ericsson in Athlone.

Entry to the programme is on the basis of a competitive selection process. Prospective candidates may be requested to attend for interview, undertake tests or other selection procedures. Making an application is not a guarantee of selection. Applications are treated in strictest confidence. In making an application, applicants accept that no feedback will be provided to them, or any other party, regarding the selection process, or any reasons for their non-selection.

Career Opportunities

Ericsson Product Development Unit in Athlone specialises in the provision of operations support systems (OSS) to telecom operators using advanced data and event management and visualisation techniques.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Object Oriented Programming

Data Architecture and Database Systems

Computer Networks

Applied Mathematics

Agile Design and Testing

Cloud and Computer Architecture

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

Screening and selection of candidates takes place every spring, with the programme commencing in late June/early July.

Applications will open in March.

Language

English

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120

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81

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56

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athlone, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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120

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81

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56

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

(1) resident in Republic of Ireland

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(2) Irish or EEA national or resident in Republic of Ireland on a Stamp 4 Visa or Stamp 1G Visa
The programme is available to graduates with an honours Level 8 qualification who are eligible to work in Ireland. Candidates should preferably have a 2.1 Honours Primary Degree in a relevant discipline. This category includes (but is not limited to) Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Data Networking etc. but qualified applicants from any discipline with Problem Solving, Logic and Critical Thinking will receive consideration. Each application will be considered on its individual merits. Participants will not be entitled to retain any social welfare payments while attending the course as Ericsson is funding a Bursary to assist participants with expenses.

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Tuition Fees

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Free
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Free

Additional Details

The master’s is completely free to all participants and offers a stipend to offset living costs.

Living costs

Athlone

Ireland

650 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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