Overview

Students learn about the potential of computers to solve problems, as well as their limitations. Students can choose between three specialisations: General computer science, Language technology and Cyber security, which also covers computer security.

Key features

The Computer Science program at University of Iceland gives you the possibility to learn about:

Computer Graphics

Software Maintenance

Cloud Computing and Big Data

Machine Learning

Algorithms in Bioinformatics

Software Testing

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Mining

Quality Management

Computer Architecture

Computer Graphics

Software Maintenance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reykjavik, Iceland

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 3 other Masters in Computer Sciences in Iceland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

GPA 6.5 (10 points System)

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Trusted by 7M+ Students

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Other requirements

General requirements

A BS degree in computer science or a related subject with grade point average 6.5 or higher. Those who do not have a degree in computer science or software engineering must fulfill prerequisites set by the Department of Computer Science.
All international applicants, whose native language is not English, are required to provide results of the TOEFL (79) or IELTS (6.5) tests as evidence of English proficiency.
Applicants are asked to submit a letter of motivation, 1 pages, where they should state the reasons they want to pursue graduate work, their academic goals and a suggestion or outline for a final paper.
Letters of recommendation (2) should be submitted.

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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

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

The University of Iceland does not charge tuition fees, but the annual registration fee is 100,000 ISK

Living costs

Reykjavík

Iceland

178929 - 290400 ISK / 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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