Program Overview
The Business and Technology at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Business and Technology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Belgium and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 2,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 890 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Brussels, Belgium
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Business and Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Information Systems Strategy and Management
- Advanced Finance
- Decision Analytics
- Project Management
- Advanced Accounting and International Financial Statements
- Advanced Technology
- Databases
- Paper
- Advanced Marketing
- Technology and applications of micro-electronics and photonics
- Materiaalkunde en -innovatie
- Biotechnology
- Corporate Social Responsability
- Competitive Strategy
- Master Thesis within Business and Technology Program
- Business Aspects of Biotechnology
- Business Aspects of Innovation in Materials
- Business Aspects of Micro-electronics and Photonics
- Business Aspects of Software Industry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Holders of an academic bachelor degree in a field related to Management, Business or Economics have to meet\xc2\xa0EACH\xc2\xa0of the following minimum credits in their study curriculum:
- Law: 6 ECTS
- Economics: 15 ECTS
- Management: 24 ECTS
- Languages: 15 ECTS
- Quantitative Methods: 24ECTS
- Natural Sciences: 12 ECTS
Holders of a Flemish degree of BSc in de Toegepaste Economische Wetenschappen: Handelsingenieur have direct access to this programme.
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 2,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 890 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 2,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 890 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Brussels, Belgium
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel is a Dutch- and English-speaking research university in Brussels, Belgium. It has four campuses: Brussels Humanities, Science and Engineering Campus, Brussels Health...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 24 months