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M.Sc. Computer Science
Linköping University
| Application deadline: | January 15 |
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| Credits: | 120 ECTS |
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| Delivery mode: | On Campus |
Description
Computer science and technology play a key role in every part of the modern world. The Computer Science master's programme is centred on the need for computer scientists to master the theoretical foundations of the field and be able to apply and integrate them with other technologies.
The first semester of the programme comprises mandatory core courses in theoretical computer science and programming such as Theory of Computing and Database Technology.
The second and third semesters include elective courses based on students areas of specialisation such as: artificial intelligence, databases and data mining, internet computing, the design and programming of computer games, information security, language technology, human-computer interaction, theoretical computer science or the design and implementation of computer languages.
As the courses given during the programme address both theoretical and practical issues, applicants are expected to have an adequate background in computer science and good programming skills, see the specific requirements.
The Computer Science master's programme focuses on the acquisition of skills necessary for a career at the frontline of modern software technology such as operative system designer, Internet security specialists or game engine programmer. The programme also prepares students for a career in research or continued studies towards a doctoral degree.
The programme is taught at Linköping University, the home of one of the largest centres of computer science and engineering in Northern Europe with 175 employees, including 20 full professors, and internationally renowned for the high quality of its research and education. The research at the Department of Computer Science covers a broad spectrum of topics such as artificial intelligence, cognitive science, security, databases, distributed systems, embedded and real-time systems, human-computer interaction, software engineering.
Contents
Curriculum
Year : 2013
Study Programme : CS
Specialisation : CS
Course name
1Ht1
- Programming
- Introduction to the Theory of Computation
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Networks
1Ht2
- Programming
- Introduction to the Theory of Computation
- Real Time Systems
- Database Technology
- Advanced Computer Architecture
- Computer Security
2Vt1
- Number Theory
- Graph Theory
- Neural Networks and Learning Systems
- Concurrent Programming and Operating Systems
- Information Security, Second Course
- Web Programming and Interactivity
- Distributed Systems
- Advanced Programming in C++
- Data Mining - Clustering and Association Analysis
2Vt2
- Optimization, Advanced Course
- Graph Theory
- Programming of Parallel Computers - Methods and Tools
- Software Testing
- Component Based Software
- Information Security, Second Course
- Development of Interactive Systems
- Advanced Web Programming
- IT-Project Management
- Advanced Programming in C++
- Automated Planning
3Ht1
- Abstract Algebra
- Medical Information Systems
- Design Patterns
- Technical, economical and societial evaluation of IT-products
- Software Engineering
- Logic Programming
- AI Programming
- Design and Programming of Computer Games
- Advanced Programming in C++
- Advanced Data Models and Databases
- Information Networks
- Cryptology
- Telecommunication
3Ht2
- Abstract Algebra
- Medical Information Systems
- Compiler Construction
- Software Engineering
- Software Security
- AI Programming
- Advanced Programming in C++
- Advanced Data Models and Databases
- Multicore and GPU Programming
- Internetworking
- Telecommunication
Requirements
Applicants are expected to have:
- a Bachelor's degree with a major in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering.
- alternatively a Bachelor's degree with a minor in Computer Science or related subject area, with a minimum of 60 credits in computer-related subjects (e.g. Programming, Data Structures, Databases, Software Engineering, Computer Hardware, Computer Networks).
- the Bachelor should include Discrete Mathematics, Algebra, Calculus and Mathematical Statistics.
The specific requirements may be assessed as not fulfilled if:
- the average grade is in the lower third of the grading scale used in the country where the degree was awarded (i.e. grades have to be average/pass level or above, the equivalent to the Swedish grade "Godkänd")
- the degree does not qualify for admission to equivalent master's programmes in the country where the degree is awarded.
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL paper-based test score: | 575 |
| TOEFL internet-based test score: | 90 |
Funding
Scholarships
LiU International Scholarships
Linköping University offers sholarships to new students with excellent academic results. Scholarships within the programme LiU International Scholarships will result in a tuition fee waiver of 50-100 %
Who is eligible?
- Students who have applied for master’s programmes at Linköping University in time (before 15 January)
- AND who have chosen a programme at Linköping University as the first priority (ranked as No.1 out of 4)
- AND who are required to pay tuition fees
This scholarship programme is not open for students from the following 12 countries: Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Students from these countries should apply for the Swedish Institute Study Scholarship.
To apply for a LiU International Scholarship, you must first apply for the programme you wish to study at Linköping University using the online national application website, www.universityadmissions.se.
First year applicants
Application for a LiU International Scholarship is made by by filling in the electronic application form on Linköping University’s website.
The application for the selected master's programme(s) on www.universityadmissions.se must be made prior to making a scholarship application on Linköping University’s website, as necessary information for making the scholarship application is obtained during this process.
- Application deadline is 1 March
- Scholarship applications will only be processed after the corresponding application for master’s programmes on www.universityadmissions.se has been completed, required documentation and the application fee has been received.
- Only applicants fulfilling the eligibility requirements for the master's programme applied for will be considered for a scholarship.
- All data entered in the scholarship application form must be verifiable by the documentation submitted in the national application process www.universityadmissions.se.
- For making a scholarship application, no additional documents are required.
- LiU International Scholarships (Application) only avaliable during application period.
Notification and mandatory confirmation requirement
Scholarship notifications will be announced by Linköping University on www.liu.se by the end of March.
The scholarship receiver must confirm the offer by:
- accepting the offered study place on www.universityadmissions.se no later than 8 April
- AND accepting the offered scholarship by sending an e-mail to masters-scholarships@liu.se no later than 8 April
If no reply is registered on www.universityadmissions.se by 8 April, the offer of a scholarship is revoked.
Second year applicants
If there are scholarhips for second year applicants, information on how to apply will be posted here by mid-June.
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