Program Overview
The Information Systems at University of Lausanne is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT taught in English, French over 18 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 Information Systems programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Switzerland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English, French
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Information Systems 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
- [\'60 credits for coursework\', "30 credits for the Master\'s thesis"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Proficiency in French
Applicants whose native tongue is not French or whose Bachelor\'s degree was not taught in French, should provide evidence of proficiency in French as a foreign language at the level of B1 corresponding to the following minimum levels: Dipl\xc3\xb4me approfondi de langue fran\xc3\xa7aise (DALF) level B1 or B2, or Dipl\xc3\xb4me de langue de l\'Alliance fran\xc3\xa7aise. more
All candidates, regardless of their mother tongue, must be proficient in written and conversational English to B2 level.
Knowledge requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor in Management or Economics, including basic training in information systems:
Introduction to algorithmic thinking and proficiency in at least one programming language
Introduction to databases, models and query languages
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 535 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Lausanne 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 Lausanne
University of Lausanne
Lausanne, Switzerland
The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a prestigious public research institution in Switzerland, originally founded in 1537 as a school of Protestant theology. It transitioned into a university in...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2028-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English, French
- Duration 18 months