Master of Engineering Leadership [M.E.L] Dependable Software Systems
- The Master of Engineering Leadership (MEL) in Dependable Software Systems is an intensive one-year degree program for software engineers who want to explore the principles and techniques for maintaining the integrity and reliability of software systems in diverse application areas.
- The project-based curriculum covers all stages of the industry value chain.
- Graduates will confidently translate research ideas into practice while developing a deep understanding of how software-intensive systems are engineered through collaboration.
- Delivery of the management and leadership courses are in partnership with UBC's Sauder School of Business.
- The MEL in Dependable Software Systems degree was developed in close collaboration with industry partners, who told us they need to hire leaders with cross-functional technical and business skills to develop innovative solutions, manage teams, and direct projects.
- The combination of technical expertise and leadership development makes the MEL in Dependable Software Systems program unique and highly relevant in today's business environment.
- These extra-curricular sessions cover a range of topics such as:- leadership fundamentals- giving and receiving feedback- learning how to deliver a successful pitch- effective presenting the workshops also provide opportunities to network with professionals from a wide range of industries, UBC faculty, and students in the MEL and MHLP programs.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 |
| Tuition Fees | $46307 |
| Total Fees | $46307 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7.0 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 100 | 120 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 310 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 52 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Graduation from high school
- Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
- At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)
Indian student eligibility:
General admission requirements for Indian students are:
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Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by the school principal, head, or counselor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.
Degree-specific requirements: Science
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Math (Standard XII)
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Chemistry (Standard XII)
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Physics (Standard XII) (Physics may be waived with grades of A in Senior Math and Senior Chemistry)
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.