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MSc Software Quality Engineering
In an era where software quality is paramount, the MSc Software Quality Engineering programme at the London School of Innovation stands as a vital bridge to the future. This programme is not just an educational course; it's a transformative journey into the heart of software excellence. Designed for both fresh graduates and seasoned software testers, it responds to the growing demand for skilled professionals in a world increasingly driven by technology. Here, you'll delve into the principles that govern software quality, turning abstract concepts into concrete knowledge that defines the benchmarks of industry standards.
Programme overview
Embark on a path where your expertise in software quality engineering will be honed to perfection. This programme instils a deep understanding of key concepts like requirements definition and quality assurance efficiency.
You'll learn to navigate the intricacies of software quality, automating tests, identifying repetitive procedures, and pinpointing areas for improvement. More than just theory, these skills are about shaping you into a problem-solver, capable of influencing the trajectory of software development with precision and foresight.
What you'll study
This programme includes core and optional modules. To earn a master’s degree, you must complete 180 credits. Modules are worth 15 or 30 credits. Full-time students complete 60 credits per semester and finish in one year. Part-time students complete 30 credits per semester and finish in two years.
See the programme specification for full details.
Entry requirements
To apply, you must meet all of the following:
Qualifications or experiences
English language
If you are from a majority English-speaking country or have previously studied in English (university or school), no proof is needed.
Otherwise, you should provide a valid certificate, such as Duolingo, EnglishScore, IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent, with an overall IELTS Academic equivalent of 5.5 and no component below 5.5. If you don't already have one, you can take an English test on your mobile phone.
Skills and outcomes
Professional development
While this journey enhances your professional capabilities, it equally contributes to your personal growth. The challenges and learning experiences you encounter will not only sharpen your technical skills but also refine your problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and adaptability.
These are skills that transcend the workplace, equipping you to navigate the complexities of life with confidence and resilience. The MSc Software Quality Engineering programme isn’t just about making you a better engineer; it’s about shaping you into a well-rounded individual, ready to make a mark in both your professional and personal life.
Real-world application
Practicality is at the core of our approach. The MSc Software Quality Engineering programme is aligned with current industry trends, offering insights into real-world scenarios. You'll tackle case studies and projects that mirror the challenges faced by today's software quality engineers.
This hands-on experience is crucial, as it bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and actual industry practices. It’s not just about learning what quality assurance is; it’s about mastering how to apply it effectively in dynamic and evolving technological landscapes.
Why study at LSI?
Because you want to become an AI-native leader.
Specialist in
tech & innovation
LSI’s focus on digital technology, innovation and entrepreneurship connects what you study with the challenges of leading change.
Explore technology alongside the commercial and organisational decisions that determine its value.
AI-enhanced
learning
LSI’s award-winning AI platform acts as a 24/7 learning companion, helping you work through material, test your understanding, receive formative feedback, and identify gaps earlier.
The system provides multimedia explanations, interactive tasks, formative checks, and feedback on your work, while academic staff remain responsible for judgement, standards, and support.
Regular
one-to-one support
Use regular one-to-one academic conversations to question ideas, discuss difficult material and get guidance on your progress.
Alongside subject support, your personal academic tutor helps you navigate the demands of postgraduate study.
A network of
ambitious peers
You'll study alongside ambitious, curious people. Those relationships rarely end at graduation.
Your peers and the wider LSI alumni network become collaborators, sounding boards, and the contacts who open doors long after you've finished.
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Career prospects
The future beckons with a spectrum of opportunities. Graduates of this programme are well-positioned for a range of roles, from software quality analysts to lead quality assurance engineers. The skills you acquire won't just make you employable; they will make you a sought-after professional in a field that is integral to the success of any tech-driven enterprise.
With a solid foundation in software quality engineering, your career path could lead to influencing product development, project management, and even strategic leadership roles in technology sectors.
Learn smarter with AI
Work through course material with AI-supported explanations and practice, then deepen your understanding through discussion and guidance from academic staff.
Virtual
private tutor
This isn’t a chatbot. It’s a tutor that guides you through hands-on learning, at your pace. Read, watch or listen anytime, on your phone during a commute or workout, or on your laptop at 2am before a deadline.
Through text, audio, visual feedback, formative questions, and assignment critique, the tutor helps you keep moving between scheduled sessions with academic staff.
Master
the theory with AI
Every lesson adjusts to your pace and what you already know, so you're never stuck on the obvious or lost in the difficult.
Most subjects don't run in a straight line. Our Interactive Knowledge Graph maps how concepts connect and build on each other, then tracks what you've mastered and what still needs work, so nothing important slips through the cracks.
Instant feedback
for assignments
Get useful feedback the moment you submit, instead of waiting days to find out where you went wrong, then act on it while the work is still fresh in your mind.
This doesn't replace your tutors or academic judgement. Detailed feedback from faculty can be requested right after AI feedback. What it adds is momentum: you keep moving forward instead of stalling between submission and review.
Role-play
with AI
Rehearse the high-stakes moments before they're real. In AI-driven role-play, you make decisions in lifelike professional scenarios and see how they play out, so you build confidence where it's safe to get things wrong.
Judgement comes from practice, not theory alone. You might lead a tense project review, work through an ethical AI dilemma, negotiate a technical trade-off, or troubleshoot a system failure against the clock, each scenario repeatable and tied to what you're learning.
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