University of Basel

Department of
Mathematics and Computer Science

The master of science is the second degree in computer science. It comprises 90 ECTS, requires a bachelor’s degree, and usually lasts one and a half years. The master’s degree is above all conceived as a preparation for an academic career. But it also allows one to go into industrial research and development.

Start of programm:Fall or spring semester
Registration deadline:

30 April / 30 November

Normal duration of programm:Three semesters for full-time students
Language of instruction:English
Degree:Master of Science in Computer Science in the respective field of specialization

Specialization Distributed Systems 

ModuleECTSContents
Concepts of Distributed Systems16Fundamentals
Methods of Distributed Systems18Methodological competences
Applications of Distributed Systems16Specialization and supplementaiton of the module concepts and methods
Preparation for a master’s thesis6Preparatory research on the topic of the master’s thesis
Master's Thesis30

Independent scientifc work in a project

Master’s exam4Oral exam

Specialization Machine Intelligence

ModuleECTSContents
Concepts of Machine Intelligence16Fundamentals
Methods of Machine Intelligence18Methodological competences
Applications of Machine Intelligence16

Specialization and supplementaiton of the module concepts and methods

Preparation for a master’s thesis

6

Preparatory research on the topic of the master’s thesis

Master's Thesis30

Independent scientifc work in a project

Master’s exam4Oral exam

Welcome
A welcoming event for the new master’s students always takes place in the week before the beginning of classes (in both fall and spring semester). There the new master’s students can receive information about the individual modules and the structure of the program. It is a good opportunity to ask questions and to get to know other students.

Master’s celebration
The celebration of the master’s programs in computer science, mathematics, and actuarial science has took place on May 25, 2024.

 

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