Degree Project: Master of Science (two years) in Computing Science (General degree and specialization: computer science)

Education facts

Code: 5DV136

The Master's Thesis Project shall be done during the last semester of a master's education aiming at a  Master's Degree with a Major in Computing Science (general degreee or with specialization in computer science. During the course the student will develope her/his abilty to specify, plan, accomplish and present an individual project. The student should apply her/his knowledge from previous education in the project work and deepen her/his knowledge in at least one field of computing science (in-depth study). The in-depth study should provide some insight in research and development in computing science. The results must be presented both orally as well as in a written report. **Part 1. Individual project work (28 ECTS-credits)** The individual project work should be carried out within a research project at the University or within a development project in the IT-industry. The project work must consist of general problem solving techniques and lead to a deeper understanding of the subject. Moreover, the project must not consist of coding work only. The in-depth study must be related to current scientific trends. **Part 2. Presentation (2 ECTS-credits)** Apart from the previously mentioned written report, the Master's degree candidates have to present their work orally (in the form of a Thesis defence). Moreover, the student must act as an opponent in a fellow student's presentation, both for the written report and during the oral presentation. English will be the primary language.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements include a bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) and courses on the advanced level of at least 60 ECTS. At least 30 of the 60 ECTS on advanced level shall include the following courses (each 7.5 ECTS): Efficient Algorithms, Database System Principles, Computational Complexity, Student Conference in Computing Science. Depending on the direction of the Degree Project some extra prerequisites might be needed. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Degree Project: Master of Science (two years) in Computing Science (General degree and specialization: computer science)

  Umeå University

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %