Program Overview

Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science and Engineering

The MSc Eng programme in Computer Science and Engineering focuses on the design and use of computing componentsboth software and hardwareto solve technical problems efficiently and competitively.

Study Programme

Modern society infrastructure is based on information technology. IT plays an essential role in our daily lives, and businesses are dependent on computers and communications equipment. The Computer Science and Engineering programme is concentrated on the design and use of computing componentsboth software and hardwareto ensure students become capable of solving technical problems efficiently and competitively.

Specializations

The MSc Eng in Computer Science and Engineering offers a high degree of flexibility in the students' individual study plan. Students can choose to specialize in one of the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence and Algorithms
• Computer Security
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Systems
• Embedded and Distributed Systems
• Safe and Secure by Design
• Software Engineering

Career

With a MSc Eng degree in Computer Science and Engineering, students will be able to model, analyse, design, implement, and validate complex IT systems based on theoretically and technologically well-founded methods, tools, and techniques.

Programme Structure

The MSc Eng is a two-year graduate programme with a workload of 120 ECTS credit points.

Industry Master of Science

This programme is also available as an industry master's programme, combining part-time study with a part-time job - an opportunity to apply academic knowledge in real-world settings and build a strong foundation for a future career.

Admission

Admission to the programme requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Students with a bachelor's degree from Denmark or outside of Denmark can apply.

Research Areas

DTU has a strong and growing IT environment with competencies in areas such as safe and secure systems, system integration, distributed and embedded systems, networks, software engineering, algorithms and logic, system-on-chip, and digital systems. As a student on the programme, you will form part of this exciting environment.