Master in informatics

The Master of Science in Informatics provides world class specialization in terms of professional training and academic research.
The Master prepares students for current and emerging technologies in computer science by deepening their theoretical knowledge and sharpening their practical skills. The program is designed for both Bachelor students who wish to complete their education and professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge and sharpen their skills. The Master combines the study of fundamental aspects of computer science with a practical hands-on approach, preparing professionals for successfully pursuing a career in research and development across any application domain.
Students can additionally obtain a specialisation in the following research areas:
Computer Systems
Geometric and Visual Computing
Information Systems
Programming Languages
Theory and Algorithms
The Faculty of Informatics stands out as an excellence center of competence in informatics and has become one of Switzerland's major poles for teaching and research. We aim to educate informatics experts using an interdisciplinary approach, with abstract thinking and generalization skills, a sound knowledge of information technology, as well as project management and teamwork abilities.
Awarded Degree
With the successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded a Master of Science in Informatics.
Double Master's degree
The Faculty proposes the unique opportunity to spend a period of time as study abroad aimed at achieving a double Master's Degree in collaboration with Politecnico di Milano, and also a joint Master's degree in collaboration with University of Milano-Bicocca.