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The master's programme in Software Engineering of Distributed Systems provides students with advanced knowledge for building distributed software applications that operate on various devices, from cloud servers to smartphones. Students will explore this rapidly evolving field through specialisation in software development or data analysis. Graduates have expertise in cutting-edge methods and technologies in distributed software systems and are highly demanded by the industry.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The master's programme in Software Engineering of Distributed Systems provides students with advanced knowledge for building distributed software applications that operate on various devices, from cloud servers to smartphones. Students will explore this rapidly evolving field through specialisation in software development or data analysis. Graduates have expertise in cutting-edge methods and technologies in distributed software systems and are highly demanded by the industry.
Admission Requirements
180+
90+
62+
6.5+
To be eligible for a master's programme at KTH, you must have a bachelor's degree from an internationally recognised university and English language proficiency equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. In addition, you need to meet the specific requirements for the programme you apply for, described fully on the KTH website.
15 Jan 2026
2 Years
Aug
International
360,000 SEK
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MSc Software Engineering of Distributed Systems
KTH Kista, Kista, Sweden
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24 monthsProgramme duration
360,000 SEKTuition Fee/year
15 Jan, 2026Application Deadline
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
International
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