The Master of Science in Software Engineering and Database Technology is an online degree offered jointly by Regis University and the National University of Ireland, Galway, which addresses the specific industrial need for skills up-dating of ICT (Information and Communications Technology) and related technical staff. The M.S. in Software Engineering and Database Technology provides focused education in software development techniques, tools and essential academic foundations. The program also develops specific knowledge and skills in the latest database tools and techniques with extensive “hands on" experience. Students have a choice of enhancing research capabilities or developing a substantial professional project. Graduates of this degree are likely to enter research and development careers, within the software industry itself, or in a broad range of other sectors.