MSc in Computing Science

This programme deals with both the theoretical and the practical aspects of computing.

You will develop and increase your in-depth knowledge within the areas of Data Science & Systems Complexity, Intelligent Systems & Visual Computing or Software Engineering & Distributed Systems. Most courses offer insightful lectures covering both theory and practice. Apart from acquiring core computing science skills, mathematics and research methodology are also important.

A Bachelor's degree in Computing Science. This is merely an indication of required background knowledge. The admissions board determines whether the specific contents of this/these course(s) meet the admission requirements of the master programme for which you applied.

You need to complete 120 credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://www.rug.nl/masters/computing-science/#!why

• Three unique specializations within the Netherlands

• Excellent computing facilities: A large University Computing Center, with e.g. a Peregrine high performance cluster

• Several visualization facilities: Reality Cube with 2.5 m edges, Reality Theatre with an 8.5 x 2.8 m screen, wall touch display for interactive visualization

• Students can easily participate in one of many research collaborations with other fields, such as bioinformatics, medicine and astronomy

You can join one of the following careers:

• Computer Systems Analysts
• Computer Programmer
• Computer System Administrator