Program Overview

Database Systems and Applications

The Database Systems and Applications course provides students with insight into the techniques that underpin modern database systems as well as their application. The course delves into the data structures and algorithms to support efficient data access, query optimization, and transaction processing. It also covers temporal and spatial databases as well as the modern data stack. Additionally, the course touches on using LLMs to support RAG and text-to-SQL. Students explore their own particular interests in these wide-ranging fields through student-initiated final projects.

Course Structure

The course is divided into two parts:

• Part 1, principles, 4 hp
• Part 2, application, 3.5 hp

Course Details

• Type: Course, second cycle
• Study pace: Half speed
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Starts: 1 September 2025
• Ends: 2 November 2025
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-57202

Eligibility and Selection

• Eligibility: At least 90 ECTS, including 60 ECTS Computing Science. At least 15 ECTS programming, including 7.5 ECTS object-oriented programming; 7.5 ECTS data structures and algorithms; and 7.5 ECTS databases. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.
• Selection: Academic credits

Application and Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 19,038
• Total fee: SEK 19,038

About Umeå University

Umeå University offers a vibrant academic community where high-quality education meets groundbreaking research in science, technology, humanities, and the arts. The university is certified as a Healthy Campus, with many initiatives that promote health and well-being. It is also ranked #1 globally in the main categories of Living, Support, and Overall Satisfaction for international students.

Course Provider

The course is given by the Computing Science department.

Additional Information

For more details about the course, its structure, and the application process, please refer to the provided information. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of database systems and their applications, preparing them for further studies or careers in the field.