Program Overview
The Geography 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 Geography 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
- Tuition: EUR 1,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 234 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Brussels, Belgium
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Geography 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
- Environmental Change
- Society Environment Interactions
- Geography of Globalisation
- Geographical Research Methods I: Earth Observation
- Geographical Research Methods II: Survey and Data Analysis
- Geographical Research Methods III: Numerical Modelling
- Research Seminar
- Tectonics and Geomorphology
- River Geomorphology
- Natural Hazards
- Soil and Water Conservation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Academic requirements
The master\xc2\x92s programme presupposes a broad basic knowledge of the natural and social sciences, as well as a broad introduction to geography. The starting conditions are expressed in the amount of ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credits the student should have already acquired in both natural and human science fields. Students should also provide a proof of sufficient knowledge of English.
The following Bachelors degrees provide direct access to the programme:
- Bachelor of Geography
- Bachelor of Geography and Geomatics, specialisation
Geography - Bachelor of Geology, minor Geography
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 234 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 234 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
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
