📖Introduction

Concordia University is a public research university located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1974 following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University, Concordia is one of the three universities in Quebec where English is the primary language of instruction. We’re a next-generation university, continually reimagining the future of higher education. Located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, Concordia is the top-ranked university in North America founded within the last 50 years and annually registers some 51,000 students through its innovative approach to experiential learning and cross-functional research.

As a next-generation university, Concordia sets its sights further and more broadly than others. We align the quality of learning opportunities to larger trends and substantial challenges facing society. We pursue technology without losing sight of our humanity. We find inspiration through narrative and dialogue.

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📚About the Program

Apply your professional experiences and broaden your understanding of advanced software engineering and other technological concepts. Train to work on all aspects of the software product life cycle through coursework.

📖Program Curriculum

The Master of Engineering (MEng) program in Software Engineering at Concordia University is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of software engineering. The program focuses on the practical application of software engineering principles, methodologies, and techniques.

Here is a general overview of the MEng program in Software Engineering at Concordia University:

Core Courses: The program typically includes a set of core courses that cover foundational areas of software engineering. These courses may include topics such as software requirements engineering, software design and architecture, software testing and quality assurance, software project management, and software maintenance. The core courses provide students with a solid foundation in the principles and best practices of software engineering.

Elective Courses: Students have the opportunity to choose elective courses based on their specific interests and career goals. These elective courses cover specialized areas within software engineering, such as software development methodologies, software security, software metrics and measurement, software evolution and maintenance, or software process improvement. Students can tailor their course selection to their particular areas of interest or specialization.

Industry Projects: The MEng program often includes industry projects or capstone projects where students work on real-world software engineering problems in collaboration with industry partners. These projects provide students with hands-on experience in software development, team collaboration, and exposure to industry practices and standards.

Professional Skills Development: The program may offer professional skills development activities to enhance students' practical skills in software engineering. These activities may include workshops on software development tools and technologies, coding best practices, project management, communication skills, and career development.

Co-op and Internship Opportunities: The program may provide co-op or internship opportunities in partnership with industry organizations. These opportunities allow students to gain practical experience in software engineering, work on real projects, and establish industry connections.

Networking and Career Support: The program may organize networking events, career fairs, and guest lectures where students can interact with professionals in the software engineering field. Career support services may also be available, offering guidance on job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and career advancement.

It's important to note that the specific course offerings, project opportunities, and requirements may vary between academic years. For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the MEng program in Software Engineering at Concordia University, I recommend referring to the official Concordia University website or contacting the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering.

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🏫About Concordia University Montreal

The Concordia community contributes to the vitality of our metropolis by performing relevant research, fostering innovation and hosting exciting cultural events during normal operations. Concordia is joining the Decade of Action to achieve the UN’s ambitious Sustainable Development Goals. The Goals draw on our strengths in community health, global literacy, water security, environmental impact and sustainable infrastructure design.

Located in the vibrant and multicultural City of Montreal, Concordia University places among the top-ranked universities worldwide founded within the last 50 years and among the largest urban universities in Canada.

While Concordia’s next-generation thinking allows it to constantly look forward, its roots are firmly planted in two distinctive institutions of higher education, both with illustrious histories. The university was officially founded on August 24, 1974, following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University.

Concordia adopted its name from Montreal’s motto, Concordia salus, which means “well-being through harmony.”

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

553 RMB

Tuition fee:

35,140 CAD per year

70,280 CAD in total

Insurance is 1,344 CAD.

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied in English at high school or a degree
- Have passed IELTS level 6.5 or TOEFL 95 or above.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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