Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science
Program Overview
About the Programme
The Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science is a two-year programme that provides a comprehensive theoretical and practical curriculum. The programme is offered in English and covers a wide range of topics, including algorithms and data structures, programming languages, image analysis, data science, human-computer interaction, software engineering, and digital interactive entertainment.
Admission and Application
To apply for admission to this master's degree programme, you must have completed, or expect to complete, a qualifying bachelor’s degree or a similar Danish or international degree programme which is assessed to be relevant. The application portal opens on 15 November for applicants from outside the EU, EEA, and Switzerland, and on 16 January for applicants from within the EU, EEA, and Switzerland.
Academic Admission Requirements
The academic admission requirements for the MSc in Computer Science programme are as follows:
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Science and Economy, Machine Learning and Data Science, or Cognitive Data Science from the University of Copenhagen, with a legal right of admission to the programme.
- A Bachelor's degree from a Danish or international university that meets the programme's academic requirements, including courses in computer science, mathematics, and statistics.
Language Requirements
You are required to document that you fulfil the language requirement English B, unless you have a legal right of admission to the programme you are applying for.
Application Deadlines
The application deadlines for the MSc in Computer Science programme are as follows:
- 15 January at 23:59 for applicants from outside the EU, EEA, and Switzerland.
- 1 March at 23:59 for applicants from within the EU, EEA, and Switzerland.
- 15 October at 23:59 for applicants with legal right of admission.
Programme Structure
The MSc in Computer Science programme is a two-year programme that concludes with a master's thesis. The programme can be structured in different ways, depending on whether you write a thesis worth 30 or 45 ECTS, and whether you start in September or February.
Study Tracks
The programme offers eight study tracks:
- Algorithms and Complexity: Developing algorithms for computational problems is essential in software development.
- Programming Language and Systems: This study track gives you a solid foundation in the principles of programming languages and formal methods.
- Image Analysis and Computer Vision: The study track in Image Analysis and Computer Vision is aimed at educating specialists in the growing market for vision-based solutions.
- Machine Learning: The Machine Learning study track educates specialists in development, analysis, and application of machine learning algorithms.
- Language Technologies: This study track covers a broad range of courses related to machine learning and language technology.
- Human Computer Interaction: This track focuses on the design, implementation, and evaluation of interactive computing systems for human use.
- Software Engineering: The Software Engineering study track encompasses all-important aspects of software engineering.
- Interactive Entertainment (DADIU): This track offers a unique combination of classic computer science and game development.
Restricted Elective Courses
Choose your restricted elective courses from the lists below:
- Advanced Algorithms and Data Structures
- Advanced Computer Systems
- Advanced Programming
- Advanced Topics in Deep Learning
- Deep Learning
- Machine Learning A
- Machine Learning B
- Natural Language Processing
- Online and Reinforcement Learning
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the master’s programme, you will obtain the title Master of Science in Computer Science. A degree in Computer Science opens the door to a tremendous range of career and employment possibilities, including:
- Programmer or software designer
- Research-oriented career
- Logistics
- Medical diagnostics
- Robotics
Student Life
In the university's Department of Computer Science, you will be part of an active and international study environment. The department offers various social activities, including a canteen run by students, a football team, and a LAN-party.
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