Master of Science in Software Engineering

Quantic School of Business and Technology

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A Foundation for the Future

Quantic’s Master of Science in Software Engineering (MSSE) is designed to transition you from a technology generalist or early-stage specialist into an AI-focused software engineering expert in just a year. This fully online program combines asynchronous learning with real-world projects, preparing you for the AI and machine learning revolution in software development.

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Master of Science in Software Engineering
Class Profile

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7+ Years Work Experience
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We evaluate applicants on education, work experience, and technical attributes. Students in the Master of Science in Software Engineering represent some of the world’s top companies and have demonstrated technical ability in their field.

MSSE students class
Source: Composite summary of students enrolled for cohort schedule to graduate in May 2026.
Aspiring Technical Innovators

Aspiring Technical Innovators

Tailored for recent graduates or career shifters, regardless of technical background, eager to master software engineering and AI-enabled infrastructure. Candidates are required to complete an essential foundational course to ensure readiness for the comprehensive curriculum.

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From Learning to Leading

From Learning to Leading

Elevate your expertise with targeted training in machine learning integration, AI software engineering, cloud architecture, and microservices. These skills, combined with our world-class networking opportunities and career services will prime you for taking on leadership roles in any technology-driven organization.

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Capstone: Innovation in Practice

Capstone: Innovation in Practice

The MSSE capstone project results in you delivering a comprehensive software project. Over five months, you'll work within an agile team of exceptional peers to design, develop, test, and deploy a functional software artifact. This intensive project culminates in a public GitHub repository demonstration, preparing you to manage and execute complex software engineering projects in any professional setting.

Invest in Future-Ready Skills

Invest in Future-Ready Skills

Earning a degree in this burgeoning, in-demand field, at a fraction of the cost of traditional MSSE programs, gives you unmatched return on your investment. Quantic’s agile platform ensures you are learning the very latest in a rapidly evolving field. This MSSE is an investment in a future where your skills remain just cutting-edge as technology shaping the business world and modern life.

Innovative Tuition Model

How Does the Master of Science in Software Engineering Compare?

Quantic's MSSE degree is competitive, effective, and radically affordable. Coupled with our flexible learning approach, we compare favorably to other top software engineering programs.
Duration
AI in core curriculum
Scholarships available
Mobile-First curriculum
Tuition
Quantic

13 months

$12,350

University of Oxford

24 months

$61,000

Boston University

24 months

$28,000

Carnegie Mellon University

18 months

$91,000

Columbia University

24 months

$78,000

Quantic
University of Oxford
Boston University
Carnegie Mellon University
Columbia University

13 months

24 months

24 months

18 months

24 months

$12,350

$61,000

$28,000

$91,000

$78,000

What people are saying

Quantic students love our innovative approach to learning, amazing networking opportunities, and flexible schedule.

Jess Ingrassellino

Jess Ingrassellino

University of Vermont

Software Engineering Manager, DataScan

“Quantic focuses on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, along with a curriculum that's aligned with the practical knowledge necessary to develop and manage software engineering.”

Taylor Weibley

Taylor Weibley

Berry College

Senior Customer Engineer, Google

“Quantic’s focus on modern methodologies makes it the ideal place to deepen my knowledge and advance industry practices.”

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