Overview

Necessary prerequisites for being able to follow the programme are theoretical knowledge and practical skills regarding algorithmic problem solving, including well-developed programming skills. In particular, you must be able to program in programming languages such as C, Java, and Python and, if necessary, quickly become acquainted with further programming languages. You must also be familiar with the basics of discrete mathematics and fundamental concepts from the theory of computation such as automata, formal languages, computability, and computational complexity.

Key Facts

During the first semester of the Computing Science programme taught at Umea University you will take four courses of which two are mandatory: Computer Organization and Architecture and Efficient Algorithms. The two remaining courses are Distributed Systems and Artificial Intelligence – Methods and Applications. The latter two are not mandatory, but are pre-selected and highly recommended. Towards the end of the programme, after taking a number of elective courses, you will take the course Student Conference in Computing Science that gives a hands-on introduction to scientific writing. This course will prepare you for your master thesis comprising 30 ECTS credits, which completes your studies.

The programme courses consist of lectures, seminars, group work and tutorials in conjunction with different types of assignments and laboratory work. These assignments are usually mandatory and often consist of software development of some kind. Count on a 40-hour work week even if there are fewer hours scheduled. You are expected to organize your work by yourself in a way that suits you and your studies.

Careers

The scientific way of thinking that characterizes the programme yields a solid foundation for future PhD studies, but also ables you to work independently with specialised positions in industry. You may find your future workplace at a university or private research institute or with companies such as Ericson, Facebook, Volvo, Tieto or an overwhelming number of smaller IT-related companies.

Common job titles:

Researcher
Project leader in the IT-business
Systems developer
Algorithm designer
Data consultant

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Efficient Algorithms and Problem Complexity

Computer Organization and Architecture

Distributed Systems
Data Science

Artificial Intelligence – Methods and Applications

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Umeå, Sweden

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 40 other Masters in Computer Sciences in Sweden

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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

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent first-cycle qualification comprising of at least 180 ECTS or a corresponding qualification from an internationally recognised university.

Specific entry requirements are: 75 ECTS in Computer Science which include a thesis of at least 15 ECTS, and a minimum of 22,5 ECTS in Mathematics including a course that conveys basic knowledge regarding formal logic. b) Good theoretical and practical knowledge and skills regarding algorithms and data structures, programming in different programming languages such as Java and C++.

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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

152300 SEK / year

≈ 152300 SEK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Umeå

Sweden

7125 - 11770 SEK / 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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