Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Students in Computer Engineering MSc programme can specialise in relevant fields of study connected with: system and instrument development involving software, hardware, artificial intelligence, and communication technology. After completing the programme, you will be awarded the title of Master of Science in Engineering (Computer Engineering).
This programme consists of courses taught by researchers and lecturers from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Department of Computer Science at Aarhus University.
CHOOSE YOUR STUDY LINES The MSc programme consists of: •20 ECTS of mandatory courses, including 10 ECTS technical courses and 10 ECTS courses on transferable skills •40 ECTS of academic specialisation courses in which the student can choose different study lines •30 ECTS of elective courses •30 ECTS thesis project •The MSc programme offers specialised study lines in the following fields: software engineering, computer vision, time series signal processing, wireless networks, embedded systems, and robotics.
TEACHING At Aarhus University, you will be in close contact with lecturers and researchers in a way that is rarely experienced at other universities. The academic staff here are readily accessible if you need clarification of the course material or guidance on project work. Teaching takes place both in the form of lectures that introduce new angles on the course material, and through theoretical and practical exercises which often occur in smaller groups in which the students can study the topics in depth.
STUDENT LIFE At Aarhus University you will be part of an extensive engineering environment with more than 3,000 engineering students, so you will have plenty of opportunities to get involved in both academic and social student associations with your fellow students!
CAREERS The Computer Engineering MSc programme prepares students for the national and international job market. Our graduates have found jobs across a wide range of industries and institutions. There is increasing demand for Computer Engineering graduates in Denmark and globally. Many graduates are working as software architects or developers of large instruments and systems, or have become software developers or project managers for large IT systems. Companies are looking for graduates with both considerable theoretical knowledge and a good grasp of analytical working methods. During this programme you will learn to combine theory with practical engineering approaches, so that you are well equipped to meet the needs of the job market.

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Students in Computer Engineering MSc programme can specialise in relevant fields of study connected with: system and instrument development involving software, hardware, artificial intelligence, and communication technology. After completing the programme, you will be awarded the title of Master of Science in Engineering (Computer Engineering).
This programme consists of courses taught by researchers and lecturers from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Department of Computer Science at Aarhus University.
CHOOSE YOUR STUDY LINES The MSc programme consists of: •20 ECTS of mandatory courses, including 10 ECTS technical courses and 10 ECTS courses on transferable skills •40 ECTS of academic specialisation courses in which the student can choose different study lines •30 ECTS of elective courses •30 ECTS thesis project •The MSc programme offers specialised study lines in the following fields: software engineering, computer vision, time series signal processing, wireless networks, embedded systems, and robotics.
TEACHING At Aarhus University, you will be in close contact with lecturers and researchers in a way that is rarely experienced at other universities. The academic staff here are readily accessible if you need clarification of the course material or guidance on project work. Teaching takes place both in the form of lectures that introduce new angles on the course material, and through theoretical and practical exercises which often occur in smaller groups in which the students can study the topics in depth.
STUDENT LIFE At Aarhus University you will be part of an extensive engineering environment with more than 3,000 engineering students, so you will have plenty of opportunities to get involved in both academic and social student associations with your fellow students!
CAREERS The Computer Engineering MSc programme prepares students for the national and international job market. Our graduates have found jobs across a wide range of industries and institutions. There is increasing demand for Computer Engineering graduates in Denmark and globally. Many graduates are working as software architects or developers of large instruments and systems, or have become software developers or project managers for large IT systems. Companies are looking for graduates with both considerable theoretical knowledge and a good grasp of analytical working methods. During this programme you will learn to combine theory with practical engineering approaches, so that you are well equipped to meet the needs of the job market.

Cambridge CAE Advanced

180+

TOEFL

83+

IELTS

6.5+

In general, admission to a Master’s degree programme requires successful completion of a relevant and recognised university degree equivalent to a Danish Bachelor’s degree in level and length. In addition, you must meet the specific requirements for the individual programme, including language requirements.

Program Duration

2 Years

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Starting Month(s)

Jan

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee
Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

0 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

16,300 EUR

Other Expenses

-

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

In this guide you will find:

Where to look for scholarship opportunities

How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

Download Scholarship Guide

More programs from the university

Aarhus University provides the following English-language Bachelor’s degree programs (please find direct links under Programs):

Cognitive Science
Economics and Business Administration

Tuition is free for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens. For other students, tuition fees are set annually and can be found on the Aarhus University website.

Over ten percent of Aarhus’ student body is international, representing 100 different nationalities. For these international students, the International Centre offers an orientation programme as well as support and guidance during their time at the university.

Business and Management (3)

BSc in Economics and Business Administration (Campus Aarhus)

BSc in Economics and Business Administration (Campus Herning)

Bachelor of Science Economics and Buisness Administration

Engineering and Technology (3)

BSc in Computer Science

BSc in Data Science

BSc in IT Product Development

Life Sciences and Medicine (3)

BSc in Cognitive Science

Aarhus University provides English-language postgraduate programmess in the following subject areas (please find a list of all English-taught postgraduate degree programmes under Programs):

Media, Communication and Information
Social Sciences, Politics and Economics
Finance, Business and Management
Global Management and Manufacturing
Biology, Chemistry and Nature
Physics, Mathematics and Nanotechnology
Language, Culture and History
Education, Psychology and Teaching
IT, Electronics and Programming
Technical Science, Construction and Development

All PhD programs are taught in English.

Aarhus University was ranked 107th in the QS World University Rankings 2015/16. In the 2015 edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject, Aarhus University was ranked 23rd for dentistry and 60th for life sciences and medicine. Aarhus University’s School of Business and Social Sciences (BSS) is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, making it a triple crown accredited business school.

All of the professors at Aarhus University are active researchers. As a result, all of the university’s programs are reviewed on a regular basis in order to ensure that they meet the highest national and world standards.

Over half of Aarhus University’s 40,000 students study at the Master’s or PhD level. Over ten percent of the student body is international, representing 100 different nationalities. Aarhus’ international students have access to an International Centre which offers an orientation programme as well as support and guidance during their time at the university. Danes were recently ranked as the best non-native English speakers in the world, so it is easy for international students to get along in Denmark even if they don’t speak Danish.

Tuition is free for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens. For other students, tuition fees are set annually and can be on the Aarhus University website.

All international Masters students and graduates are given access to career counselling services and a free job bank. The green card residence permit which allows students to complete a higher education programme in Denmark allows students to stay in Denmark for six months after graduation so they have time to look for work.