Master of Science in
Software Engineering

Software engineering represents the fastest growing segment of software professionals -- men and women who solve problems and issues in the development of mission-critical software to meet the needs of business and industry. At Southern Polytechnic, our Software Engineering students are ahead of the game, learning real-time strategies and procedures that will give them a competitive edge in the market.

Our Master of Science in Software Engineering Program is designed for working professionals who want to earn a professional degree part-time in the evening and on weekends. Accepted students have at least one year of full-time experience in software development and/or maintenance. Typically, students are working professionals in metro Atlanta with at least a bachelor's degree; however, students who lack a formal degree or previous coursework in Software Engineering or Computer Science may transition into the program.

Thirty-six hours of coursework are required for successful completion of the program. Students who do not have a degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering are accepted conditionally into the program, and must complete a series of prerequisite courses in addition to the 36-hour requirement.

A graduate certificate is also available to students with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field who wish to advance into leadership positions. Applicants must have at least one year of work experience in the computer software field. Participants enroll in two classes per semester for three semesters.