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Master's Degree in Innovation and Research in Informatics (MIRI)

The Master's Degree in Innovation and Research in Informatics (MIRI) is designed to provide a solid background in different aspects of research in the fields of advanced computing, computer graphics and virtual reality, computer networks and distributed systems, high-performance computing, and service engineering.

Specialisations

• Advanced Computing
• Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality
• Computer Networks and Distributed Systems
• High Performance Computing
• Service Engineering

General Details

Duration and Start Date

The program lasts for 2 academic years, consisting of 120 ECTS credits, and starts in September and February.

Timetable and Delivery

Classes are held in the mornings, and the program is delivered face-to-face.

Fees and Grants

Approximate fees for the master's degree, excluding other costs, are €2,324 for EU residents and €5,400 for non-EU residents. The program is part of the Masters of Excellence grant programme of the Catalunya-La Pedrera Foundation.

Language of Instruction

The language of instruction is English.

Location

The program is located at the Barcelona School of Informatics (FIB).

Official Degree

The degree is officially recorded in the Ministry of Education's degree register.

Admission

General Requirements

Academic requirements for admission to master's degrees apply.

Places

There are 60 places available.

Pre-enrolment

Pre-enrolment for this master's degree is currently closed. Interested individuals can use the "Request information" form to inquire about upcoming pre-enrolment periods.

Enrolment

Information on how to enrol is available.

Legalisation of Foreign Documents

All documents issued in non-EU countries must be legalised and bear the corresponding apostille.

Curriculum

The curriculum includes a wide range of subjects, with specialisations in:

• Advanced Computing
• Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality
• Computer Networks and Distributed Systems
• High Performance Computing
• Service Engineering
• Data Mining and Business Intelligence
• Data Science

First Semester

Courses include:

• Advanced 3D Modeling
• Geometric Tools for Computer Graphics
• Algorithmic Methods for Mathematical Models
• Concurrence, Parallelism and Distributed Systems
• Statistical Modelling and Design of Experiments
• Techniques and Methodology of Innovation and Research in Informatics
• Computer Network Architectures and Network Management
• Statistical Analysis of Networks and Systems

Second Semester

Courses include:

• Computer Animation
• Fast Realistic Rendering
• Geometry Processing
• Scalable Rendering for Graphics and Game Engines
• Scientific Visualization
• Virtual and Augmented Reality
• Seminars of Innovation and Research in Informatics
• Bioinformatics and Statistical Genetics
• Computer Vision
• Data Visualization
• Information Retrieval and Recommender Systems
• Interdisciplinary Innovation Project
• Introduction to Quantitative Linguistics
• Introduction to Research
• Machine Learning Systems in Production (Mlops)
• Processor Verification
• Viability of Business Projects

Third Semester

Courses include:

• Future Internet Networks
• Internet Applications and Security
• Stochastic Network Modelling
• Software Development for Geographic and Spacial Information
• Techniques and Tools for Bioinformatics
• Algorithmic Game Theory
• Algorithms for VLSI
• Complex and Social Networks
• Compilers for High Performance Computers
• Processor Design
• Supercomputers Architecture
• Supercomputing for Challenging Applications

Fourth Semester

• Master's Thesis (30 ECTS)

Professional Opportunities

Graduates of the MIRI will have the ability to analyse and solve complex problems in information technology-related domains, making them qualified to work in companies with R&D centres, public and private research centres, and university departments.

Competencies

Generic competencies include capacity for innovation and entrepreneurship, sustainability and social commitment, knowledge of a foreign language, teamwork, and proper use of information resources.

Quality Accreditation

The degree's main quality indicators can be found in the University Studies in Catalonia portal of the Catalan University Quality Assurance Agency, including degree evaluation results, student satisfaction, and graduate employment data.

Organisation: Academic Calendar and Regulations

• The program is part of the Barcelona School of Informatics (FIB).
• The academic coordinator is Òscar Romero Moral.
• The general academic calendar for bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees applies.
• Academic regulations for master's degree courses at the UPC are in effect.