Do you want to solve engineering challenges by using programming and computer modelling? Study Computational Engineering at UiS!
2 years (4 semesters)
English
120
August every year
A master's degree in Computational Engineering will give you knowledge and expertise in engineering, programming and computer modelling. The skillset of Computational Engineering is at the intersection between engineering and data science and will make you well equipped to contribute to the digitization and AI implementation that is happening across the industry and the globe.
If you have a bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent) and want skills in how you can combine modern data-driven or machine learning techniques, mathematical modelling and programming to solve engineering challenges, then this is the programme for you.
- You will learn how to use open source programming languages such as Python and its vast library of modules to develop mathematical and machine learning models to automize workflows, and to learn how to apply mathematical and numerical models to analyse complex and uncertain systems. These insights are used to improve decision-making in a range of sectors from health technology to energy and energy transition.
- In the programme, you will meet students from different engineering backgrounds.
- We have four compulsory subjects where the focus is on modelling, programming, machine learning, and decision support.
- In our subjects we use project work, and you will have opportunities to work with realistic problems and learn how to present and communicate the results professionally.
- The rest of the study programme consists of recommended electives, where you can choose subjects that best suit your interests and/or engineering background.
The study programme is international; Norwegian and international students study together.
Academic requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent is required. The degree must include at least 10 ECTS credits in computer sciences or computer engineering courses, or an introductory course for engineers including programming. Applicants must have the equivalent of 25 ECTS credits in mathematics, 5 ECTS credits in statistics and 7,5 ECTS credits in Physics.
Admission to this master's programme requires a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian C (according to ECTS Standards) in your bachelor's degree. Applicants with a result Second-class lower Division or lower are not qualified for admission.
Application and admission
Contact
For inquiries regarding admission to international Master's programmes, send an email to: admissions@uis.no
Student life at UiS
Frequently asked questions
Is it possible to take the study as a distance student?
Some of the subjects included in the study program may be taken digitally as a distance student. However, several of the subjects on the program have compulsory laboratory activities, which requires that one is present. You can always consult with the study coordinator or lecturers if you are wondering if a specific course can be completed digitally.
Can I take this study part time?
We do not have a separate part-time plan for this study. But you get the right to study for 3 years by admission to the master's program, with the possibility of a fourth year to complete. This means that you can set up an individual education plan that is not a full-time study. It is a good idea to contact the study coordinator so that you can make a plan together.
When and where can I travel on exchange?
3rd semester as an exchange semester, ie the second year of the study is arranged for exchange. We have several agreements in and outside Europe, and you can check the updated list of universities you can travel to here:
https://student.uis.no/studieprogram-og-emner/ingenior-og-sivilingenior/toarig-master-i-teknologi-siv-ing/computational-engineering/utvekslingsmuligheter/
Can I take courses in Svalbard as part of the degree?
Yes, as a student with us, we recommend that you take courses at the University Center on Svalbard (UNIS) as part of your degree in Computational Engineering. UNIS has available courses in both the spring semester, the autumn semester and the summer course. Feel free to contact UNIS contact Karina Sanni: karina.sanni@uis.no or check UNIS's website for more information.
Can I apply for single courses at UiS?
Contact
Faculty Administration TN
Kontor for utdanningsadministrative tjenester
Department of Energy Resources