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M.Sc. in Computer Science

Programme website	http://www2.uit.no/ikbViewer/page...0811&semester=V&p_document_id=200811 (Opens in new window)
Contact (person and/or unit)	Svein Tore Jensen / Jan Fuglesteg
Telephone	(+47) 77 64 40 36 / (+47) 77 64 40 56
Email	svein.tore.jensen@uit.no / jan.fuglesteg@uit.no
Programme duration	2 years
Programme description	Computer science surrounds us everywhere in everyday life, such as internet and mobile phones. The program is highly practical and experimental, where the students learn to design, develop and program advanced data systems. The master program provides the students with a solid foundation in the theory and practice of computer science. The program provides an introduction to research within the field in addition to strengthening the candidate's effective application of computer science methods. The program covers both the theoretical basis and the experimental methods in computer science, directed primarily towards system aspects of distributed and parallel systems and applications. Higher level courses are directly connected to the research within the Department. This imply an opportunity for substantial knowledge in the fields covered. The program consists of four mandatory courses in computer science, a total of 40 ECTS credits, and 20 ECTS credits of elective courses. The elective courses may be within topics such as economics, management, psychology and entrepreneurship. The program concludes with a master thesis of 60 ECTS credits. The master thesis can also be done in collaboration with an external IT-company. For more detailed information please visit: http://www2.uit.no..
Application deadline	International self-financing applicants: 1 December Norwegians and applicants from other Nordic countries: 15 April There is no quota seats available on the programme
Nokut certification	Yes (What is this?) NOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education) NOKUT is an independent state body whose purpose is to safeguard and develop the quality of Norwegian higher educational institutions. This is done through evaluation, accreditation and recognition of quality systems, institutions and study programmes. Only courses that are accredited or recognised by NOKUT, or are accredited as a result of the institution's blanket accreditation, have the right to be called "higher education". More information about NOKUT: www.nokut.no
Formal prerequisites	Admission to the Master´s program in Computer Science requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or another degree following a programme of study of not less than three years´ duration, or similar education approved in accordance with the Norwegian Universities Act section 3-4. In addition, specialization in Computer Science worth the equivalent of not less than 80 ECTS credits is required. Normally, an average mark of "C" or better is required in the Bachelor's degree or similar basis of admission. Good programming skills, (preferably in C, Python, Java) and knowledge of operating systems is strongly required. Applicants must enclose an overview on their practical programming skills and what large implementation projects they have been involved in. The applicants should give examples (refer to URLs) of such projects and their own contribution (the programming part) to these projects. General admission requirements: http://www2.uit.no..
Tuition	No tuition fees.
Subject area	Mathematics/Informatics
Degree level	Master
City	Tromsø, Norway
Credits	120
Language of teaching	English
Application procedures	General admission requirements: http://www2.uit.no/ikbViewer/page/students/admission?p_document_id=70683