| Name of degree programme | Computer Science |
| Level of qualification according to the National Qualification Framework and the European Qualifications Framework | Master (2. cycle) |
| Qualification awarded | Master of Science in Engineering, MSc |
| Field of study (ISCED-F Code) | 0613 – Software and applications development analysis |
| Mode of study | Full-time study, flexible work possible up to a maximum of 50 % |
| Length of programme | 4 semester |
| Course times | Maximal 18 semester hours per week (Tuesday to Thursday, and in exceptional cases also on Saturday). Depending on the specialisation modules chosen from other master’s degree programmes, other days of the week may also be possible. |
| Specialisation | Specialisation in two out of five areas:
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| Number of credits | 120 ECTS |
| Language of instruction | German, 2. semester in English |
| Mobility window | Optional semester abroad in the 2. or 4. semester |
| Academic calendar | View the academic calendar |
| Examination regulations and grading scale | View the examination regulations and grading scale |
| Facilities specific to the programme | Embedded Systems Lab, Data Base Lab, Virtual Reality Lab, Software Engineering Lab, Networking Lab |
| Final examination | Oral master's examination (3 ECTS) |
| Costs | No tuition fees, student union fee Euro 20,20/semester |
| Commencing studies | September |
| Specific admission requirements | Completed basic course of study (minimum of 180 ECTS) in Computer Science or an equivalent field of study (e.g. biomedical informatics, information systems, mechatronics). For details view the specific admission requirements. |
| Application | Apply now - deadline for application for the winter semester: 15. May |
The technical developments of today and tomorrow present both challenges and opportunities for you as a computer scientist. The master’s degree in Computer Science at Vorarlberg University of Applied Sciences qualifies you to support and design further expansion of digitisation in almost all areas of life, particularly economics, production, administration, healthcare and transport. You learn to take responsibility within complex software projects and lead them to successful completion.
After completing your studies, you will be a leader in your area of expertise. You will think in an entrepreneurial, independent and conscientious manner and will have developed your skills in the following areas: