Computer Science and Software Engineering is a
2
years
long
master’s program for international
students,
taught in English.
📖Introduction
Uppsala University, founded in 1477, is the oldest university in Sweden. Today, the university is a leading research institution with a strong commitment to high-quality education and active engagement with society. With a wide range of academic disciplines and research areas, Uppsala University is dedicated to making a positive impact on the world through its research, teaching, and community partnerships. The university's mission is to pursue excellence in research and education while also working collaboratively with others to address the complex challenges facing our society today.
The programme gives you a unique opportunity to customise and specialise in your education in combination with added expertise in a subject of your choice from our leading Asian partner, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU).
The double subject competence along with the rewarding experience of studying on another continent gives you a truly international education. You also have the opportunity of graduating from two universities. By living and studying in two different cultures, and making close ties to cities and people in two different countries, leads to personal and professional development that opens an international labour market in both advanced industry and cutting-edge research.
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Your studies start with a year in Uppsala, where the Department of Information Technology offers you a wide range of world-class courses in computer science. You can create your specialisation by individually selecting courses in dialogue with student counsellors and teachers. Most courses integrate theory with practical exercises. By selecting suitable courses, you will become a specialist in your selected field of computer science.
The second year takes place in Taipei, where you will add a different perspective on computer science and its applications and will learn to combine knowledge and experiences from two high-class universities in two different cultures.
During the final semester, you will focus on your Master's thesis, which you do in Taipei (30 credits). The programme leads to a double Master's degree, that is, you will get one degree from each university, according to the national regulations.
Uppsala University is a prestigious research university in Sweden that is committed to promoting the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge for the betterment of humanity and a sustainable world. The university firmly believes that investing in education and research is essential to creating a brighter future, and it strives to provide an inspiring physical, social, and cultural environment to support this goal. Uppsala University is dedicated to promoting development and innovation at the local and national levels and is actively involved in advancing sustainable social development. The university recognizes the value of collaboration with the wider community, and it views this collaboration as an integral part of its research, which directly or indirectly contributes to finding solutions to the sustainability challenges facing society. Through its research, teaching, and outreach programs, Uppsala University is committed to making a positive impact on the world and creating a better future for all.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let
us
know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before
arriving. You
can arrive a few days before and
book it
Please choose the programs here
,
"You
are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of
getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
2 Recommendation letters
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application
documents
during
your application. Some documents you can
send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info
about
preparing
application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information
is
available
here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application
fee and
upload
the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your
application within
2-3
days and proceed to the university or ask
you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive
your unique
application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates.
As soon as
there is any update we will let you know.
If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change
address at any
time
please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions
letter
electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable
deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the
admissions
letter and visa form to your home country.
