Program Overview

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Computer Science, Master of Science (Technology)

The Master's Programme in Computer, Communication and Information Sciences - Computer Science is a selective research and industry-oriented degree path that brings students from around the world together with leading computer science researchers, experts, and professionals.

Description

This major will teach you the advanced skills and the foundational knowledge needed to thrive in the fast-paced computing landscape. You will learn to excel in the theory and practice of advanced computing across a broad spectrum of systems, from internet-scale distributed platforms to emerging quantum computing infrastructures.

Degree

Master of Science (Technology)

Application Period

1 Dec 2025 – 2 Jan 2026

Language of Instruction

English

Duration

2 years, full-time

Eligibility

Relevant Bachelor's degree

Field of Study

Technology and Engineering

Credits

120 ECTS

Organising School

School of Science

Tuition Fees

For non-EU/EEA citizens, €17,000/y (Master's studies)

Structure of Studies

The Master's Programme in Computer, Communication and Information Sciences – Computer Science comprises a total of 120 ECTS credits. The two-year programme consists of:

• Major studies (40 or 60 ECTS)
• Optional minor (20–25 ECTS)
• Elective studies (25–30 ECTS)
• Master's thesis (30 ECTS)

Specialisations

The major's specialisations are structured into five different study tracks:

• Algorithms, Logic, and Computation
• Big Data and Large-Scale Computing
• Software Systems and Technologies
• Web Technologies, Applications, and Science
• Secure Systems

Internationalisation

The study environment in the Computer Science major is strongly international. During your studies, you'll work closely in classrooms and project groups with students from around the world.

Further Study Opportunities

The degree programme provides eligibility for scientific postgraduate studies in Finland. The skills learned in the programme create an excellent basis for doctoral studies at Aalto University, another Finnish university, or top international universities.

Career Opportunities

Prefer to work in industry? You'll be working with companies and industry experts throughout your degree through guest lectures, your internship, talent events, and joint course projects in collaboration with companies.

Research Focus

These studies are closely related to the world-class research being conducted at the Department of Computer Science, which spans 14 research areas working together to push computer science forward. Several of these areas map to one or more of the degree specialisations outlined above.

Co-operation with Other Parties

Computer science is a multidisciplinary field by nature – it is much harder to name a field in which it is not used than it is to name one where it plays an integral part. The School of Science operates closely with other Aalto schools, and students from other Master's Programmes regularly frequent courses of the Computer Science major.

Study-Option-Specific Evaluation Criteria

The applications to Computer Science - Computer, Communication and Information Sciences (CCIS) are evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Academic performance
• Relevance of previous studies
• Recognition and quality of institution
• Suitability
• Other areas of competence

Evaluation Process

During the evaluation of eligible applications, Computer Science applications are first evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Academic performance
• Relevance of previous studies Only the applications who fulfil the requirements for these criteria will be evaluated against the full set of evaluation criteria.

Requested Documents

In addition to obligatory application documents, Computer Science applicants are requested to provide the following programme-specific documents:

• Motivation letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)