Introduction

This master’s programme aims to maintain a balance between “soft skills” and scientific/technical skills, between the pursuit of excellence and practical field work. It offers

• an approach of to computer science based on fundamental concepts, that will remain relevant despite the rapid evolution of technologies;
• a programme taught entirely in English to improve students’ language skills (technical written and spoken English);
• exchange programs and dual degrees in Belgium, Europe and throughout the world.

In line with the bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, this programme seeks to train well-rounded engineers by offering majors in related disciplines such as applied mathematics, electronics and telecommunications.

Your profile

You aim to

• imagine, design and implement computer systems that will shape the future;
• focus on computer science and engineering after acquiring a solid general foundation in sciences and technology (maths, mechanics, electricity, chemistry, etc.) during your bachelor's;
• enhance your theoretical knowledge and develop technical skills;
• improve your interdisciplinary knowledge in areas such as foreign languages, resource management, teamwork, autonomy and ethics;
• expand your training to include management or the creation of small and medium-sized entreprises;
• benefit from a programme taught entirely in English.

 

Your future job

We train

• scientists who know how to investigate complex problems using scientific literature of the field;
• professionals who will design computer systems that meet user needs;
• innovators who master a broad range of technologies and their constant evolution;
• specialists capable of implementing software solutions with particular attention to product quality and the development process.

 

Your programme

This master’s degree includes

• a mandatory part aimed at acquiring the necessary skills to model and design complex applications, which completes the essential training for any university-level computer scientist;
• a major of your choice allowing you to gain cutting-edge skills in a field of interest, such as:
  • core areas of computer sciences: artificial intelligence, computer networks, cryptography and information security, software engineering, and system programming;
  • bordering on other engineering sciences: communication networks, applied mathematics and data science, biomedical engineering, and bioinformatics;
  • beyond computer science: management and creation of small and medium-sized entreprises;
• elective courses that enable you to tailor your training to your interests, whether in computer science or any other discipline (electricity, management, business creation, languages). As a university offering a full range of courses, UCLouvain offers many options for broadening your education;
• a graduation project representing half your workload in the final year providing an opportunity to delve deeply into a topic and serving as a genuine introduction to the professional life of a computer scientist or researcher. The topic is chosen in consultation with you, programme coordinators, and potentially a company.