Agile Software Projects MSc

Programme at a Glance Year 1 and 2 Core modules

• Agile Systems Development: Provides a clear understanding of agile approaches such as the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM), Scrum, XP and SAFe
• I.T Project Management: Develops the skills and techniques used to manage team-based technology projects in industry.
• Workshop Facilitation: Prepares you for the role of workshop facilitator - UCLan gives exemption from the coursework to IAF or FAS qualified practitioners.
• User-centred System Design & Evaluation: This is an inherently practical module that introduces the principles of user-centred design and evaluation
• Critical Analysis: Prepares you for the level of reading and analysis of published material that will be required in the Master’s project.

Year 1 and 2 Option modules:

One optional module from:

• Advanced Topics in Information Systems
• Advanced Topics in Database Systems
• Design Away from the Desktop
• Student Initiated Module (SIM)

Year 3

Master’s Project: compulsory for the MSc Agile Software Projects: A triple module, the individual project is the culmination of the MSc. It enables you to apply what you have learned in a practical situation at work and provides you with feedback on your analysis of work situations.