Overview

The Master in Mathematics and Computer Science programme of University of Geneva establishes tangible connections between the various theories and methodologies unique to mathematics and computer science. Students are introduced to topics such as modelling, simulation, information management, database design and multimedia security.

Professional prospects

The Master of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science leads to a number of opportunities both in Switzerland and abroad, including:

Applied research in the private sector
Telecommunications
Insurance
Banks and financial institutions
Pharmaceutical companies and industry
Consulting
Academic research (doctoral, post-doctoral)
Teaching, etc.

Programme Structure

Required courses and electives (60 credits)

Students must take 12 semester-long courses, including at least 4 in mathematics and 4 in computer science.

Geometric Integration
The Ising Model
Number Theory
Knot Theory
Lie Algebras
Probabilistic Algorithms
Parallel Algorithms
Bioinformatics
Data Mining
Multimedia Security, etc.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Genève, Switzerland

Disciplines

Mathematics Computer Sciences Actuarial Science View 4 other Masters in Actuarial Science in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor in Mathematics or in Mathematics, Computer Science and Numerical Sciences, or a degree deemed equivalent upon review of the application.
For certain degrees, prerequisites can be required.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1000 CHF / year

≈ 1000 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1000 CHF / year

≈ 1000 CHF / year

Living costs

Genève

Switzerland

1925 - 2850 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Professional prospects

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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