Program Overview
The Gerontological Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 months, delivered Online. 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 Gerontological Sciences 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 1,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 230 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Brussels, Belgium
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Gerontological Sciences 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
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The MaGS is accessible for:
Students already possessing a Master degree, obtained at an officially recognized university. This Master diploma should refer to a discipline for which Gerontology can make a substantial contribution.
In some cases, students having a professional bachelor degree can be accepted, provided,
- They can document a relevant professional experience in a domain for which gerontological information can be useful
- They can demonstrate having the knowledge necessary to follow the MaGS. Specifically, attestation is required for Statistics at the graduate level.
Language requirements
All prospective students need to provide a proof of sufficient knowledge of English by meeting one of the following criteria:
- a diploma of secondary or higher education where English was the language of instruction
- having successfully completed at least one school year of secondary education where English was the language of instruction
- having successfully completed course units in higher education with a minimum total of 54 study credits where English was the language of instruction
- having successfully completed ASO secondary education in Belgium
- having successfully completed one of the following language tests
- TOEFL: 213 computer-based, 80 internet-based
- IELS: minimum level academic module 6,5
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE), grade B
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), grade C
- Interuniversity Test of Academic English (ITACE) with a minimal level of B2 of the Common European Framework
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 230 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 230 (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 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months