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Highly Affordable Master in Software Engineering

Why pursue a Master in Computer Science?

Academic qualifications still matter

A quick scan of popular job portals shows that the prerequisite for many PME roles is minimally a bachelor’s or master’s degree qualification. Master’s holders certainly have the edge.

Higher degree graduates are 100 times more rare

33% of locals are bachelor’s degree holders whereas only 0.3% are graduates of higher degrees*, resulting in master’s degree graduates having an academic advantage over most workplace peers and job applicants.

*Source: Extracted from singstat.gov.sg

The IT & digital sector is booming post Covid

Singapore went through 5 years’ equivalent of digital transformation in the first 8 weeks of the pandemic*, resulting in the need of an additional 1.2 million digital experts in the country by 2025**. A master’s degree in computing will help you capitalise on the high demand and secure lucrative management career opportunities in the future.
*Source: Mckinsey.com
**Source: Report from Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Why pursue a Master in Computer Science?

Academic qualifications still matter

A quick scan of popular job portals shows that the prerequisite for many PME roles is minimally a bachelor’s or master’s degree qualification. Master’s holders certainly have the edge. 

Higher degree graduates are 100 times more rare

33% of locals are bachelor’s degree holders whereas only 0.3% are graduates of higher degrees*, resulting in master’s degree graduates having an academic advantage over most workplace peers and job applicants. 

*Source: Extracted from singstat.gov.sg

The IT & digital sector is booming post Covid

Singapore went through 5 years’ equivalent of digital transformation in the first 8 weeks of the pandemic*, resulting in the need of an additional 1.2 million digital experts in the country by 2025**. A master’s degree in computing will help you capitalise on the high demand and secure lucrative management career opportunities in the future.
*Source: Mckinsey.com
**Source: Report from Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Why choose us

High Affordability

Enjoy up to 95% SSG funding on SCTP course and offset unfunded fees by SkillsFuture Credit and PSEA

Non-invasive training schedule

Our blended learning delivery through a combination of self-paced learning, instructor-led flipped classes and personalised mentoring reduces in-class time commitment for work life balance.

More than 10 years of Job Placement Success

Tap on our job placement assistance, backed by more than 10 years of proven track record, to get into a software engineering-related job role for career changers and job seekers.

Why choose us

We have mapped our SCTP course and WSQ modules to the master's degree pathway. You will receive up to 95% funding for the SCTP course, and any unfunded fees can be offset by SkillsFuture Credit or PSEA to minimise any cash payment needed.

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SSG Funding
All Singapore citizens, permanent residents, and LTVP+ Holders
Up to 70%
Singapore citizens, aged 40 and above
Up to 90%
Singapore citizens who are jobseekers with greater needs* only applicable for SCTP courses
Up to 95%
*Individuals must be Singapore Citizens and meet one of the following eligibility criteria:​
  • Long-term unemployed individuals (unemployed for six months or more); or​
  • Individuals in need of financial assistance – ComCare, Short-to-Medium Term Assistance (SMTA) recipients or Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) recipients; ​or​
  • Persons with Disabilities
On top of course fee funding you can gain access to the following financial aid to help defray your out-of-pocket expenses when you enrol in our training programmes.

Singaporean aged 25 and above will receive SkillsFuture Credits which can be used to offset course fees of eligible courses after any applicable funding.

The table below shows the different types of SkillsFuture Credits available and all of them can be used for our training programmes:

Types of SkillsFuture Credit
Amount
Opening SkillsFuture Credit: For all Singaporeans aged 25 years and above Claimable for a wide range of SkillsFuture credit-eligible courses Does not expire
$500
One-off SkillsFuture Top-Up:
  • For all Singaporeans aged 25 years and above (as of Dec 31, 2020)
  • One-time credit top-up
  • Claimable for full range of SkillsFuture credit-eligible courses
  • Expires on Dec 31, 2025
  • $500
    SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career):
  • For Singaporeans aged 40 years and above
  • NEW Top-up of $4,000 SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) that does not expire
  • A one-time top-up of $500 was provided to those aged between 40-60 years (inclusive) in 2020. The expiry date for this top-up will be lifted. Any balance from the 2020 top-up will be merged with the new $4,000 top-up.
  • $4,500

    This is part of the Post-Secondary Education Scheme to help pay for the post-secondary education of Singaporeans.

    It can be used for:

    • Pay for your own or your siblings' approved programmes at approved institutions.
    • Repay government education loans and financial schemes.

    You can call 24-hour automated PSEA hotline at 6260 0777 to check your account balance and use them to offset course fees of eligible courses after any applicable funding.

    Personalized, work-integrated & outcome-based learning journey to enable you to acquire work-ready skills

    We designed our competency-based curriculum in alignment with Singapore’s skills framework for bridging digital skills gap to develop future ready talents with job specific knowledge, skills & abilities.

    We adopt 70:20:10 work-integrated learning with industry experts mentoring on real-world projects to help learners obtained work-ready skills.

    We deliver blended learning involving self-paced e-learning, live flipped classes, and project mentoring for a personalized learning journey to create work-study-life balance and learning efficiency.

    Our Job Placement Assistance, with a proven track record of more than 10 years, is built upon a strong relationship with over 2,000 companies, with more than 100 of them actively hiring at any point in time.

    You will go through a career-builder workshop which consists of resume-building, interview coaching, and industry insights sharing to prepare yourself for the interviews ahead. You will then go into a 1-to-1 coaching session to plan and align your personal career aspirations and expectations with the upcoming job opportunities. Once we have ensured that all your job search and interview resources are ready, you will begin to connect with our active pool of hiring employers through a mixture of physical recruitment drives, employers networking sessions, and online AI job matching to secure your digital job role.
    Career Builder Workshop
    1-to-1 Career Coaching
    Review of Career Development Resources
    Recruitment Activities & Interviews

    Career Builder Workshop

    1-to-1 Career Coaching

    Review of Career Development Resources

    Recruitment Activities & Interviews

    Course Details

    This is a 15-month master’s degree pathway. You will first go through a full stack software development SCTP track consisting of 8 modules, funded up to 95% by SkillsFuture Singapore and receive a (SCTP) Professional Diploma in Full Stack Web development (E-Learning). This will lead to 2 top-up modules required to obtain your Master in Computer Science awarded by Guglielmo Marconi University, Italy.

    Course Details

    This is a 15-month master’s degree pathway. You will first go through a full stack software development SCTP track consisting of 8 modules, funded up to 95% by SkillsFuture Singapore and receive a (SCTP) Professional Diploma in Full Stack Web development (E-Learning). This will lead to 2 top-up modules required to obtain your Master in Computer Science awarded by Guglielmo Marconi University, Italy.

    Prerequisite

    Minimum 21 years old with a bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognized university OR

    Mature candidate of 30 years and above with 8 years of relevant work experience.

    Prerequisite

    Minimum 21 years old with a bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognized university OR

    Mature candidate of 30 years and above with 8 years of relevant work experience.

    Modules Overview

    (SCTP) Professional Diploma in Full Stack Web development (E-Learning)

    Module Brief

    In the User Interface Design module, learners will acquire a deep understanding of user interface design principles, UI development tools, techniques, libraries, frameworks, single-page application development and testing. The instructional units equip them with the knowledge necessary to create interactive user interfaces and deliver seamless experiences. By engaging in practical exercises and hands-on activities, learners develop a high level of proficiency in creating visually appealing websites that adhere to the best UI design principles, leveraging front-end tools, techniques, frameworks, and libraries.

    The module project provides learners with an opportunity to demonstrate their skills in analysing business requirements and transforming them into visually appealing website designs. Their expertise in UI development tools, techniques, and responsive design allows them to apply the most effective UI design principles, resulting in the creation of responsive websites with interactive features that enhance user engagement. Additionally, graduates showcase their ability to optimize website performance for swift loading times and seamless navigation. In conclusion, learners acquire the ability to develop responsive websites that deliver optimal performance and an enhanced user experience, positioning themselves competitively in the field of front-end development.

    Other Information
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31
    Module Brief

    The Programming Fundamentals module equips learners, regardless of their coding experience, with essential knowledge and skills to start their coding journey. This module provides a comprehensive understanding of programming concepts and techniques, encompassing programming languages, paradigms, and program execution. By establishing a solid foundation in programming principles and terminology, learners can grasp and analyse code effectively. By engaging in practical exercises and hands-on activities, learners enhance their problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, thereby improving their coding proficiency and enabling them to produce efficient and well-structured code.

    The module project provides learners with an opportunity to demonstrate their skills into practice by constructing software components. This project serves as a platform for demonstrating their competence in analysing technical requirements and converting them into resilient designs. Leveraging their expertise in programming paradigms and languages, learners can implement software components based on the technical design. Additionally, they acquire the capability to ensure software quality through the utilization of diverse testing methods. In conclusion, learners acquire the capacity to produce well-structured code, apply object-oriented programming principles, conduct comprehensive testing, and proficiently document their code, establishing a solid foundation for their future programming ventures.

    Other Information
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31
    Module Brief

    The Database Design principles module equips learners with the expertise required to excel in various facets of database management. Through the instructional units, learners acquire a holistic comprehension of data organization, database design concepts, entity-relationship modelling, normalization techniques, data definition, retrieval, maintenance, testing, and documentation. By actively participating in practical exercises and hands-on activities, learners develop proficiency in tasks such as planning database usage, creating conceptual, logical, and physical designs, optimizing queries and stored procedures, and conducting thorough testing and documentation. These skills enable learners to effectively communicate database schemas, entities, relationships, and data dictionaries, facilitating collaboration and ensuring smooth maintenance processes.

    During the module project, learners demonstrate their ability to create an optimal database design for a consumer-centric Rich Internet Application. The project serves as a platform for showcasing their expertise in various areas, including requirements analysis, entity relationships and constraints, development of conceptual, logical, and physical designs, planning of database user groups aligned with business processes, writing optimized queries and stored procedures to meet management requirements, and conducting comprehensive testing to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance. In summary, learners acquire the capability to develop efficient and effective databases for client-centric products, meeting industry demands for design optimization, query performance, and system reliability, thus staying competitive in the field of data modelling and design.

    Other Information
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31
    Module Brief

    The Web Development design module equips learners with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field of full-stack web development. The instructional units help them to gain a comprehensive understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), technical design principles, back-end development principles and techniques, design patterns, application development using frameworks, testing, and documentation. By engaging in practical exercises and hands-on activities, learners develop proficiency in back-end development using frameworks, expertise in creating modular and scalable web applications, testing methods, and effective documentation practices.

    During the module project, learners demonstrate their ability to produce consumer-web applications that incorporate design patterns and database interaction. The project serves as a platform for showcasing their competence in technical design aligned business process, architecting solutions to address specific business problems, implementing appropriate design patterns with authentication and authorization, conducting unit testing and user acceptance testing to ensure compliance with business requirements and application quality. In summary, learners develop the skills necessary to pursue web developer roles and contribute to the development of scalable and dependable client-focused web applications that meet the demands of the industry.

    Other Information
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31
    Module Brief

    In the Enterprise Software Development module, learners will acquire the essential knowledge and skills required to create enterprise-level applications that align with organizational requirements. Throughout this module, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of key topics, including enterprise application architecture, implementation of business logic and integration techniques, user interface development, and the testing, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise software. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, learners will develop proficiency in building robust and scalable enterprise applications by leveraging design patterns, frameworks, and libraries.

    The module project offers learners a platform to demonstrate their proficiency in enterprise application development, enabling them to make valuable contributions to organizational success and growth. By optimizing operations, streamlining processes, automating tasks, and improving efficiency, learners can enhance the overall effectiveness of organizations. These applications facilitate seamless communication and collaboration, ensuring data consistency, security, and accessibility. Additionally, enterprise application development fosters innovation, differentiation, and a competitive edge by integrating emerging technologies and providing unique functionalities. Ultimately, it empowers organizations to optimize operations, adapt to changing needs, and gain a sustainable advantage in the market.

    Other Information
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31
    Module Brief

    The Gen AI Design & Development module offers AI application developers a comprehensive training program centered on harnessing AI technologies for enhanced productivity. Covering fundamental concepts of prompt design, participants learn to craft effective prompts for ChatGPT interactions, optimizing them to elicit desired responses efficiently. The course delves into GitHub Copilot, providing a deep dive into its capabilities and practical applications, including prompt-driven programming and business use cases. Through hands-on exercises with JavaScript and Python, participants gain proficiency in leveraging GitHub Copilot to expedite coding tasks.

    Moreover, the curriculum introduces Microsoft Copilot Studio, focusing on its functionalities and integration into software development projects. Learners learn to enable seamless communication between applications and chatbots using APIs, unlocking the potential of Microsoft Copilot Studio in enhancing productivity. Through a combination of Flipped classes, assignments, and real-world case studies, this course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to revolutionize their software development workflow, ultimately empowering them to leverage advanced prompt engineering techniques for maximum efficiency.

    Other Information
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31
    Module Brief

    The Agile Management course offers a transformative experience, equipping businesses with essential skills and tools to thrive in today’s dynamic environment. Participants gain proficiency in Agile principles, fostering adaptability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Comprehensive Instructional Units shape agile leaders capable of navigating complexity, employing Scrum methodology, leading teams, and delivering value-driven outcomes. The Agile Management Capstone provides a framework for implementing agility in Business-as-Usual activities, ensuring efficient and customer-centric delivery while reducing risk.

    Beginning with “Adapt to Complexity using Empiricism and Scrum,” participants delve into core Agile Management principles, mastering complexity and Scrum. Subsequent units cover leadership, organizational agility, growth strategies, metrics, and creating an agile culture. Participants learn to create efficient workspaces, facilitate Scrum events, and plan releases predictably. “Build Effective Scrum Teams & Prioritize Valuable Business Outcomes” focuses on team dynamics and product backlog management.

    “Conduct Effective Scrum Events for High Performing Teams” refines skills in sprint planning and daily scrum ceremonies. The core units conclude with “Implement Continuous Growth and Development,” exploring the learning loop concept within the broader Agile ecosystem.

    Completing the course, participants emerge as Agile Management champions, adept at navigating business complexities, optimizing outcomes, and propelling organizations toward sustainable success in an agile world.

    Other Information
    • SSG Module Reference No: TGS-2024043439
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31
    Module Brief

    The Capstone Project-Enterprise Software Implementation module marks the pinnacle of learners” progression in mastering the design and development of enterprise-level applications within the Professional Diploma in Full Stack Web development program. This module involves an extensive project that showcases learners” expertise in conceiving, creating, and deploying a practical enterprise software. The application aims to optimize business processes, unify data, and integrate disparate systems to create a cohesive environment that enhances organizational efficiency and productivity.

    The project begins with a thorough process of gathering and analyzing requirements, working closely with stakeholders to establish clear project objectives. Leveraging their strong foundation in enterprise architecture design, development, integration techniques, testing methodologies, and problem management principles, learners proceed with the development of front-end, middleware, and back-end components.

    Throughout the project, learners conduct rigorous testing to ensure the quality of the application. They address any issues that arise and prioritize considerations such as scalability, security, and performance optimization. Only after thorough testing and issue resolution, the application is promoted to the production environment.

    This module provides learners with the opportunity to apply their acquired knowledge and skills in a practical setting, showcasing their ability to deliver a fully functional enterprise application that meets the identified requirements. By successfully completing this capstone project, learners demonstrate their readiness to enter the industry as competent professionals capable of designing, developing, and implementing enterprise software solutions.

    Other Information
    • SSG Module Reference No: TGS-2023020490
    • Module Validity Date: 2025-01-31

    Master’s Degree Top-up Modules

    This module provides learners with expertise in systems security, cryptography, and web security. They will learn to secure computer systems, employ encryption for secure communication, implement authentication methods, and identify vulnerabilities in web-based applications. Learners also gain proficiency in block cipher algorithms for advanced data encryption. The purpose of this module is to prepare learners for roles in cybersecurity, emphasising the protection of digital assets and the maintenance of reliable system operations.
    This project module involves learners actively applying the concepts that they have learned throughout their master’s programme to a real business case. It serves as an opportunity to assess their analytical, organizational, decision-making, relational, and operational skills. A tutor will evaluate the project based on criteria such as the relevance and originality of the topic, the quality of data collection and analysis, the effectiveness of analytical tools used, the practicality of proposed solutions, the application of knowledge acquired during the master’s, and the student’s commitment and rigour. The final exam includes a discussion of the project, where the assessor considers the preliminary evaluation and assesses the overall quality of the work, presentation skills, and the student’s reasoning.

    Course fee and funding breakdown

    For a full detailed course fee breakdown of the SCTP course and any applicable WSQ modules, please visit the respective product pages:

    Guglielmo Marconi University

    Guglielmo Marconi University, often abbreviated as UniMarconi, was founded and recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education in 2004. It was the first university to seize the opportunity of the ongoing digital revolution and the progressive dematerialization of teaching forms and methods, and developed, in over 15 years of activities, a series of cutting-edge training technologies and tools.

    Today UniMarconi is chosen by over 80,000 students and considered among the best institutions for e-learning, for its overall learning level, for its relationship with the professional and labour market as well as the international benchmark for research and scientific cooperation agreements.

    To find out more about the university, please visit  https://www.unimarconi.com/ Or Download the brochure here

    Guglielmo Marconi University

    Guglielmo Marconi University, often abbreviated as UniMarconi, was founded and recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education in 2004. It was the first university to seize the opportunity of the ongoing digital revolution and the progressive dematerialization of teaching forms and methods, and developed, in over 15 years of activities, a series of cutting-edge training technologies and tools.

    Today UniMarconi is chosen by over 80,000 students and considered among the best institutions for e-learning, for its overall learning level, for its relationship with the professional and labour market as well as the international benchmark for research and scientific cooperation agreements.

    To find out more about the university, please visit  https://www.unimarconi.com/ Or Download the brochure here

    About Lithan

    Accredited by the Singapore government as a CET Centre (Continuing Education and Training)

    Edutrust certified by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)

    Internationally accredited by Pearson UK and Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)

    About Lithan

    Accredited by the Singapore government as a CET Centre (Continuing Education and Training) 

    Edutrust certified by Committee for Private Education (CPE) 

    Internationally accredited by Pearson UK and Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) 

    Awards and Accreditations

    Microsoft Global Learning Partner of the Year Award (Finalist)​​ 

    Pearson’s BTEC College of the Year 2019 Award for Asia​​​ 

    Dun&bradstreet’s Business Eminence Award 2020 

    Flame Innovation Award 2019 by SkillsFuture Singapore 

    APAC CIO Outlook’s Top 10 Provider of Education Tech Solution​ 

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