Software, MSc in Engineering

Description The Master's programme in Software, AAU Copenhagen is for you who want to take advanced programming, mobile software technology and data-intensive systems to the next level. On the Master's programme, you will get closer to leading research environments and you will have the opportunity to develop your theoretical and practical skills and specialise in exactly what you are passionate about. Career Opportunities As a MSc in Software Engineering, you get sought-after skills in programming and development of software - from idea to finished product. You learn to work with large and complex applications and databases, and learn to develop different parts for a complete running system. There is a great demand for Engineers in software from Aalborg University. Examples of areas where Engineers in software make a difference: Real-time systems: Systems that are programmed to respond within milliseconds or microseconds. For example, an airbag must deploy at the exact moment it is needed and not a microsecond before or after. Internet of Things (IoT): Devices such as mobiles, locks, ventilations, cars, etc. that contain both software and internet connection. Robots and drones: Intelligent software that makes the hardware work as intended. Human-Computer-Interaction (HCI): Engineers in software can build interactive systems that make it easier for us to use the technology in a way that meets our needs. About the Degree With a Master's degree in Software you will: Expand your knowledge and interdisciplinary qualifications in the field Specialize in your areas of interest Be better prepared for the future, job and career The Master's programme in Software adds several layers to the knowledge and qualifications you have from the Bachelor's degree programme. This also includes a more independent acquisition of the material – not least in connection with your master's thesis.As a MSc in Software you therefore have several strong competencies and greater professional insight within database technology, distributed systems, semantics and verification, machine intelligence, programming technology, etc.Combined with the demand for specialists in IT, this means that you can look forward to becoming a highly sought-after candidate, whether your goal is a job in the private or public sector or further education in the form of a PhD. Admission Read about application and requirements of the Master's programme in Software (MSC) Read about language requirements of Aalborg University How to apply To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate or diploma satisfies the general entry requirements, you should contact Aalborg University directly. A list of the most commonly recognized exams and diplomas can be found at the Danish Agency for Higher Education Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines. Tuition There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students outside EU, EAA, or from Switzerland. Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition. For Further Information Information from the Danish Agency for Higher Education can be located at http://en.fivu.dk/ You will find information about the Danish assessment of foreign qualifications in Guide to diploma recognition About the Educational System in general visit the section The Danish Higher Education System

Living costs€1,770 a month in Copenhagen, rent included

€21,240

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 1.1172 USD)

Typical requirements in Denmark for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

• A completed qualification that gives access to Master's Degree study.
• Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment the institution asks for.
• Your advisor checks the final requirements for your education system and intake.

Confirm the accepted English-language evidence with the institution for the selected intake.

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A typical checklist for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.