Overview
Students can create a personalised curriculum from courses, seminars and internships offered by the three. Teaching units are grouped into tracks reflecting different profiles in computer science. Most courses are taught in English, although some may be offered in only French or German. The Computer Science programme from University of Fribourg can be completed in three full-time semesters. Personalised part-time curriculums are also available.
Program Learning Outcomes
Offering a broad range of courses from a number of disciplines, coupled with a scientifically sound but still practice-oriented approach, the Swiss Joint Master of Science in Computer Science is particularly suited to preparing students for the job market, where interdisciplinary experience and practical skills are highly valued in qualified graduates. An SJMCS degree enables students to fill advanced positions in various economic sectors, including financial industries, high-tech companies, journalism and entertainment, public administration, teaching and continuing education, research, automation, gaming and sports, communication technology, engineering and knowledge management. It also gives them the opportunity to continue their studies towards a Ph.D. degree, offering further interesting employment opportunities in industry and academia. Graduates of the SJMCS have excellent career opportunities as computer scientists are in high demand worldwide.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- User Centered Design
- Multimodal User Interfaces
- Advanced Software Engineering
- Advanced Networking and Future Internet
- Cryptographic Protocols
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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deadlines for candidates who have to apply for a visa: By 28 February for the autumn semester By 30 September for the spring semester
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Campus Location
- Fribourg, Switzerland
Disciplines
Computer Sciences View 18 other Masters in Computer Sciences in SwitzerlandWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Master's degree programmes are built on the knowledge and abilities that were acquired when obtaining a bachelor's degree.
- Holders of a bachelor's degree awarded by a Swiss university are admitted to a master's degree programme without any preconditions if they have earned 60 or 90 ECTS credits depending on the chosen master's degree programme within the corresponding discipline.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents1740 CHF / year≈ 1740 CHF / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1440 CHF / year≈ 1440 CHF / year
Living costs
Fribourg
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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