Program Overview
The Grid Computing; Computer Science at University of Amsterdam 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 Grid Computing; Computer Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands 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 14,630 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Grid Computing; Computer Science 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
- [\'Master core: (54 EC)\', \'Restricted choices: (6 - 18 EC)\', \'Track core\', \'Free choice: (18 - 30 EC)\', \'Distributed Systems; laying the foundation of today\\x92s IT systems where everything is connected with everything else\', \'History of Digital Cultures; placing CS into its societal and historical context\', \'Literature study and seminar; investigating existing solutions to a research question and presenting findings within one of the research groups\', "Master project (36 EC); independently executing a project, turning everything learned so-far into a \'master piece\'", \'Logical Verification\', \'Term Rewriting Systems\', \'Distributed Algorithms\', \'Advanced Logic\', \'Protocol Validation\', \'Coding and Cryptography\', \'Experimental Design and Data Analysis\', \'Individual Systems Practical\', \'Kernel Programming\', \'Internet programming\', \'Programming Multi-core and Many-core Systems\', \'Parallel Programming Practical\', \'Android lab\', \'Software Testing Practical\', \'Concurrency and Multithreading\', \'High Performance Computing and Big Data\', \'Service Oriented Design\', \'Software Asset Management\', \'Software Architecture\', \'Software Testing\', \'Big Data Engineering\', \'Computer Systems Security\', \'Foundations of Computing and Concurrency\', \'Internet and Web Technology\', \'Parallel Computing Systems\', \'Software Engineering and Green IT\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Previous education
\nGrade list: Applicants are expected to have an overall grade point average (GPA) equivalant to at least:\n3.0 (American system)or\n2.1 (a second class upper/division one degree in the British system)or\nC (ECTS-system)\n
\nAdditional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: B1
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL computer based: 235
- TOEFL internet based: 90
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,630 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,630 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Amsterdam 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 University of Amsterdam
University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
University of Amsterdam is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2002-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months