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Computer Science – (M.Sc.)
University of Copenhagen
Faculty of Science| Application Deadline: | March 15; October 15 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | Free - ≈ € 15,300 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Copenhagen / Denmark / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | February, September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Copenhagen
The MSc in Computer Science gives you a solid ballast in both theoretical and practical computer science so you can perform academic as well as commercial IT functions at a highly specialised level. There is special emphasis on analysing and solving problems either of a purely computer science nature or where IT is employed in the solution of a non-computer science problem. The programme combines theoretical courses with practical projects in almost equal measure.
Academic focus
You will receive a strong academic grounding in computer science and gain experience in using it to solve practical problems. The primary focus is on developing advanced software. This covers all aspects of the process, from idea and needs analysis to design, implementation and testing. All application areas are covered - from robots and computer games to the development of new programming languages and methods for program development. The Department of Computer Science, which provides a large portion of the teaching in the programme, has joined forces with the National Academy of Digital Interactive Entertainment on the computer game developer programme.
Contents
The computer science MSc is a two-year programme concluding with the master’s thesis. You can select from and combine a wide range of courses over the duration of your studies, courses such as: digital imaging, programming languages, distributed and parallel systems, systems engineering, human-machine interfaces, combinatorial optimization and computer games. Half of your coursework consists of self-selected and designed projects (including your thesis work). There are also excellent opportunities for study abroad, as the University of Copenhagen has numerous exchange agreements with universities worldwide.
NB: The following four subjects in the computer science master’s programme are mandatory:
* Principles of Computer System Design
* Advanced Programming
* Statistical Methods for Machine Learning
* Advanced Algorithms and Data Structures
Your degree is capped off with the thesis. Below is an eclectic list of previous thesis topics to help acquaint you with an idea of what’s possible:
* Synthesis of the electric guitar sound based on sound analysis and physics
* Private users’ problems with computers at home
* Robot navigation
* Developing distributed computing solutions combining grid computing and Internet computing
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Requirements
Applicants with a bachelor degree in computer science from a Danish or other Nordic university can be admitted to the MSc programme in computer science. Applicants with a bachelor degree in engineering, informatics, information sciences, IT, mathematics, software or software development and physics can be admitted to the MSc programme as long as they, during their bachelor degree or via subsequent supplementary courses, have passed:
* courses within the field of programming equal to a minimum of 15 ECTS.
* courses within the field of computer architecture equal to a minimum of 7,5 ECTS, and
* courses within the field of data processing or discrete mathematics or linear algebra equal to a minimum of 7,5 ECTS
Courses within the field of programming must have covered at least two different programming paradigms, of which one must be imperative or object oriented and the other must be outside this category.
In addition, the faculty can admit applicants, who, after a thorough assessment of their qualifications, have educational qualifications that are equivalent to the above mentioned requirements.
Applicants with English as their second language (except Scandinavians) must pass an IELTS or TOEFL English test before being admitted. The Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, accepts the following tests and scores:
* IELTS-test (British Council) with a minimum score of 6.5
* Computer-based TOEFL-test with a minimum score of 213 points
* Paper-based TOEFL-test with a minimum score of 550 points
* Internet-based TOEFL-test with a min score of 79 points
Language tests older than 2 years are not accepted (from the application deadline).
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 550 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 213 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 79 |
Accreditation
The programmes of University of Copenhagen are being accredited by national accreditation agency ACE Denmark.
THE-QS ranking: University of Copenhagen is the highest ranked Nordic university on the list of the world´s best universities according to the 2009 edition of Times Higher Education-QS World University Rankings. This year, University of Copenhagen is ranked number 51 worldwide and number 15 in Europe.
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