Applied Computer Science - Saxion University

The programme

Aplied Computer Science has two themes:
(1) Software engineering
This theme encompasses more than just programming, it involves thinking about the entire design process. You will also learn how to ensure that software is reliable, thoroughly tested, and maintainable.
(2)Embedded systems
Working together with ‘electro’ students you will learn how to design, make, program, and test embedded systems – actually, any device that contains both hardware and software but doesn't look like a personal computer, such as a smart TV, robot, or mobile phone.

Year 1 - Learn the language of technology
In the first year you lay a solid foundation in programming, design, mathematics, and electronics. You will put this knowledge to good use as you work on various projects. Among other things, you will make a safe with an electronic code lock and a self-driving, energy-efficient robotic racing car. All the projects are controlled with C on an Arduino microcontroller. A-microcontroller is the brain behind the device you are working with.
Topics: Mathematics / Electrical networks: DC (direct current) and AC (alternating current) / Programming in C and Java / Software design (UML) / Digital electronics / Communication skills and personal development / Projects: safe, racing car

Year 2 - Embedded systems
Working together with ‘electro’ students you will learn how to design, make, program, and test embedded systems – actually, any device that contains both hardware and software but doesn't look like a personal computer, such as a smart TV, robot, or mobile phone.

Year 3 - INTERHSHIP in the business world and Smart Solutions
In the third year you will complete a half-year internship and learn how to do applied research. During the Smart Solutions project you will carry out a research project as part of a team that includes students from various study programmes. This involves making use of the latest developments and insights. A good example is the Small Size Holland project, in which students work on a football robot.

Year 4 - MINOR (free modules) and graduation
In the fourth year you spend a half-year working on a minor. This gives you the opportunity to broaden or deepen your knowledge and skills. You can then carry out your graduation project at companies such as Demcon, Thales, and Topicus. Most graduation projects are proposed by the business community and the Saxion research groups, but you might also be able to pursue a problem facing the industry today that you suggest yourself.

Career opportunities
There is currently a significant shortage of IT professionals with a higher education. Companies are therefore urgently looking for people like you. So you have a good chance of finding a job in the field directly after graduation as for example a: Programmer/software engineer / Test engineer / Quality Manager / Project manager