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Transform the digital future

Deepen your knowledge throughout the field of Computer Science by learning from experts from two leading universities. Specialise in your area of interest and design the technologies that define our digital future.

Why study for a Master’s Computer Science at VU Amsterdam? 

  • Benefit from combined expertise of VU and UvA: This joint degree programme enables you to make use of expertise, research facilities and collaborations of two leading universities 
  • Dive into topics across the full spectrum of Computer Science: Gain a comprehensive understanding of Computer Science, from the theoretical foundations of computing to large-scale systems, software and challenges such as energy-efficient computing. 
  • Tailor the programme to your ambitions: Choose one of the four specialisations: 
    • Foundations of Computing and Concurrency
    • Computer Systems and Infrastructure
    • Big Data Engineering
    • Software Engineering and Green IT
  • Study at the heart of Amsterdam’s international tech hub: Learn from leading researchers, connect with industry, and collaborate with students from around the world on VU Amsterdam’s interdisciplinary campus in the Zuidas Innovation District. 

This is a joint degree programme offered by Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) and the University of Amsterdam (UvA), providing a joint degree certificate upon graduation. 

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Thursday 26 November 2026

Tailor the Master Computer Science to your ambitions

Create your own study path by choosing one of four specialisations and complementing it with electives from across the Master’s programme. Deepen your expertise in areas such as algorithms and computation, software engineering, distributed computing or data infrastructures, while broadening your knowledge in other fields that match your interests and career ambitions.

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