Computer Science University of Helsinki

Overview

Throughout this Computer Science MSc programme from University of Helsinki you will develop algorithms for utilising genome data in medicine or optimise bus routes using positioning data. Do you wonder about all the things that can be automated? Or would you like to dig deeper and become a researcher?

The master's programme has three study tracks: algorithms, networks and software. Find out more about the programme structure, content and courses from the link below.

The education in the Master's Programme in Computer Science will give you: 

• the ability to advance your knowledge in the different areas of computer science

• the skill to seek, assess, and analyse scientific information in your own area of expertise, and apply the methods of the field in an ethical and sustainable way

• the ability to act as an expert in computer science, and to develop the practices and methods of your field in cooperation with specialists from other fields

• oral and written communication skills in an international work environment

The quality teaching within the computer science programme at the University of Helsinki has been highlighted repeatedly in national and international teaching assessments. The student-centred, in-depth learning gives you a solid basis for life-long learning. Studying at the leading research unit for computer science in Finland offers you constant interaction with current research and insight into the development patterns in the field.

The employment outlook within the field is excellent. As a graduate, you can find employment in varied positions within the ICT field around the world, both as entrepreneur and employee, within small or large corporations as well as organisations in the private, public or third sector. Your degree is also an excellent springboard to a doctoral programme.