Computer Science and Engineering
In this programme you will learn to design and develop computer software and hardware systems for for example mobile phones, satellites and hospital technology.
You can specialize in areas such as software security, digital systems, efficient and intelligent software, and computer games.
Name: Computer Science and Engineering
Type: University Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
Computer hardware and software is vital in many areas in our society. In mobile phones, satellites and modern hospitals would not function without computers and communication equipment. In the Computer Science and Engineering programme, you will learn to design such systems.
You can specialise in different areas:
- Software Security
- Software Engineering
- Embedded Systems
- Efficient and Intelligent Software
- Digital Systems
- Computer Games
The final 6-12 months you will be making your MSc thesis. The thesis is a scientific research project, often carried out in collaboration with one of university's industrial partners.
Computer Science and Engineering can be studied as a:
- 2-year masters degree programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Graduation from the masters degree programme confers the title Master of Science in Engineering (MSc).
Educational Institutions
You can study Computer Science and Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (Danmarks Tekniske Universitet).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms. Apply directly at the university.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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