Overview
Key facts
The Master's Degree Programme in Informatics degree offered by the University of Bergen is not available for international applicants residing abroad.
Research in informatics attempts to answer questions like:
- How do we design new languages for interacting with computers?
- How are mathematical models related to the foundations of computing?
- How do we protect computers and smart devices from malicious attack?
- How can we make computers and networks perform better and faster, in fields like communications, logistics, finance, and engineering?
- How can we future-proof information storage for coming generations?
On the Master of Science in Informatics programme, you will have a chance to shape the future by understanding and contributing to research in these exciting technologies.
Programme Structure
Within the master program in informatics the candidates are admitted to one of the follwing specializations:
- Algorithm Theory
- Visualization
- Secure and reliable communication
- Optimization
- Bioinformatics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Informatics & Information Technology Computer Sciences View 25 other Masters in Informatics & Information Technology in NorwayAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor degree in Computing from HVL (Western Norway University of Applied Sciences)
- Bachelor degree in Information Technology from HVL
- Bachelor degree in Communication Systems from HVL
Tuition Fee
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EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD per year during 24 months.
The semester fee is NOK 590. This programme is avalible for citizens from within the European Union/EEA/EFTA.
Living costs for Bergen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Informatics.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.