Master's Programme in Computer and Systems Sciences

The Master's Programme in Computer and Systems Sciences at Stockholm University offers you the opportunity to expand your knowledge in IT Systems and programming. You will not only learn the theories, methods and tools but also learn how to practice. At Stockholm University, you learn how to efficiently develop advanced computer systems, software systems, using both agile and standard system development methods.

The programme helps you to develop soft skills along with technical skills such as understanding the needs of users, practicing in group dynamics, and project management. The Programme is to a large extent project and problem oriented.

Career

The programme is suitable for students aiming to become system designers, system developers, software developers, IT project managers, and programmers. Graduates may also enter Ph.D. programmes to pursue career in research.

Programme outline

The Master's Programme in Computer and Systems Sciences at Stockholm University is very diverse and offers you the opportunity to select a specialization or a track that best suits your goals and ambitions. Possible specializations include, but are not limited to, design methodology, current problems within IT, system development, algorithms and programming languages, information security and threats, artificial intelligence, business intelligence, ethical and quality assessment and project leadership. Additionally, you learn the foundations of theory of science and scientific methodology.

Tracks

In the Master’s Programme of Computer and Systems Sciences, you are able to choose one of five distinct programme tracks. These are only examples, you can choose other additional tracks such as a focus on information and communication technologies, IT architecture and design, and business intelligence.

You can click on the track name to get more information:

• Business Intelligence 
• Global Delivery Model
• Human Computer Interaction Design
• Information and Knowledge Systems Design and Architecture 
• Information Security 

Programme requirements

To qualify for this programme, you need to have a Bachelor degree or a degree equal to 180 ECTS.
A minimum of 90 ECTS within computer science, systems science, informatics, or information systems.

Language proficiency

Swedish upper secondary school course English B or:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing Service)- Academic Module: Overall minimum score of 6.5 (with no section below 5.5).
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
  • Paper Based: Overall minimum score of 575 (with minimum score 4.5 in the written test)
  • Internet based : Overall minimum score of 90 (with minimum score 20 in the written test)
• University of Cambridge and Oxford: Certificate in Advanced English or Diploma of English Studies

Application

Note! For applicants without an EU/EEA residence permit the last application date wil be January 15. For applicants within the EU/EEA the last application date is April 15. The application procedure for the first deadline will open on December 1st at Antagningen.se.