Program Overview

Master's Degree Programme in Computer Science

The Master's degree programme in Computer Science is a 60-credit programme offered by the Université catholique de Louvain. The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in computer science, covering a wide range of topics, including software engineering, artificial intelligence, and computer networks.

Core Curriculum

The core curriculum for the Master's degree programme in Computer Science includes a range of compulsory courses, such as:

• LINFO2132: Languages and translators
• LINFO2241: Architecture and performance of computer systems
• LINFO2255: Software engineering project
• LINFO2262: Machine Learning: classification and evaluation
• LINFO2172: Databases

Specialised Courses

In addition to the core curriculum, students can choose from a range of specialised courses, including:

• LINFO2401: Open Source strategy for software development
• LINFO2402: Open Source Project
• LEPL2211: Introduction to new venture management

Master Thesis

The Master's thesis is a compulsory component of the programme, worth 15 credits. The thesis can be written and presented in French or English, in consultation with the supervisor.

Preparatory Module

A preparatory module is available for students who do not have a sufficient background in certain subjects. The module includes a range of courses, such as:

• LINFO1114: Discrete structures
• LBIR1212: Probabilities and statistics (I)
• LSINC1211: Probability and Statistics
• LINFO1361: Artificial intelligence
• LSINC1361: Artificial intelligence
• LINFO1252: Informatic Systems
• LSINC1252: Informaticals Systems
• LINFO1341: Computer networks
• LSINC1341: Computer networks
• LINFO1121: Algorithms and data structures
• LSINC1121: Algorithms and data structure
• LINFO1104: Programming language concepts
• LSINC1104: Programming Paradigms and Concurrency
• LEPL1509: Project 4 (in informatics)
• LINFO1123: Calculability and Complexity
• LSINC1123: Calculability, Logic and Complexity

Teaching Profile

The teaching profile for the programme includes a range of learning outcomes, such as:

• Acquiring a deep understanding of computer science concepts and principles
• Developing skills in software engineering, artificial intelligence, and computer networks
• Learning to design, implement, and evaluate computer systems and applications

Programme Structure

The programme structure includes a range of components, such as:

• Compulsory courses
• Specialised courses
• Master's thesis
• Preparatory module

Access Requirements

The access requirements for the programme include:

• A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
• A good command of certain subjects, such as programming languages, data structures, and algorithms
• Students who do not have a sufficient background in certain subjects may be required to take a preparatory module

Benefits and Organisation

The benefits of the programme include:

• Acquiring a comprehensive education in computer science
• Developing skills in software engineering, artificial intelligence, and computer networks
• Preparing for a career in the IT industry or academia The organisation of the programme includes:
• A range of compulsory and specialised courses
• A Master's thesis
• A preparatory module for students who do not have a sufficient background in certain subjects
• A range of teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, and project work.