Applied Computer Science - Master's Programme

Several assessment modes are used in this programme, such as:

• Oral exams
• Written exams
• Assignments
• Projects
• Presentations
• Theses

For further information please refer to the individual course pages.

Skills

• Are able to analyse existing theories, methods and interpretations and to challenge established knowledge and practice with regards to applied computer science.
• Are, in an independent manner, able to handle theoretical issues and solve complex practical problems in the area of applied computer science.
• Are able to use relevant and suitable methods when carrying out research and development activities in the area of applied computer science.
• Are able to critically review relevant literature when solving new or complex problems and are able to integrate the findings into the proposed solution.
• Are able to plan and complete an independent and limited research or development project with guidance and in adherence to research ethics.
• Are able to initiate, contribute to, and review the outcome of group work - especially development work.

General competence

• Are able to analyse relevant ethical issues (technological, professional, and scientific).
• Have the learning skills to continue acquiring new knowledge and skills in a manner that is largely self-directed.
• Are able to present the results from extensive independent work, mastering the terminology of the field.
• Are able to communicate academic issues, analyses, and conclusions, with specialists in the field and to the public, in oral and written forms.
• Are able to review, reflect on, and critique on their own and other professionals contributions and work.
• Are able to contribute to innovative thinking and innovation processes.

All the courses are taught in English. The study programme admits international full-time students and exchange students for one or two semesters. There is well established cooperation with universities in Germany, Czech Republic, Spain, Sweden, Finland and France, but also with universities in United Kingdom, Canada and United States. Several of the courses are taught to MACS students with other students from our other international programmes.

The students are encouraged to take a semester in a foreign university and will get help and advice regarding where and when.

Knowledge

• Possess advanced knowledge in the application of computer science theory and methodology to problems faced when developing solutions to problems in the area of mobile, web, serious game applications, or visual computing (i.e., processing of colour, image, and/or video data).
• Possess specialized insight and good understanding of the research frontier in a selected part of the applied computer science area, especially within the area of visual computing or the areas of mobile, web, and game computing.
• Possess thorough knowledge of professional and scientific theory and methodology of relevance to applied computer science.
• Are able to apply computer science knowledge and understanding to new and unfamiliar settings.
• Are able to analyse academic problems based on the history, traditions, and particularities of applied computer science and its place in society.
• Possess advanced knowledge within the area of applied computer, with emphasis on colour, image and video processing, or web, mobile, and game technologies.

The courses will be delivered using a variety of teaching methods, allowing students to learn by:

• Lectures
• Case studies
• Research projects
• Individual work and Self study

In the final stage of the programme the students work individually on their masters thesis. Exceptionally, students may work on the same project but deliver individual reports and presentations.

Non-EU/non-EEA students: 1 December

EU/EEA students: 1 March

Norwegian/Nordic students: 15 April

The study program is aiming to recruit graduated Bachelor students in computer science, informatics or similar, but a different background may also be relevant, especially students with interest or experience in development, integration and use of digital media processing tools. There are 3 target groups:

• Undergraduate students entering the program as a continuation of their bachelor degree without any prior work experience.

• Industry students (or students in private/public sector in general) looking for a part-time masters program which is flexible and can be adapted to their employers' and their own individual needs.

• International students: full-time, part-time or exchange students studying at NTNU Gjøvik for single semesters.

Part-time students need a relatively new (no more than 2-3 years old) computer and a broadband Internet connection.

Software that is needed is mostly freely available on the Internet. In a few courses commercial products, such as MatLab, may be required. For practical computer skills, it is expected that students can use any common operating system (MacOS, Solaris, GNU/Linux or Microsoft Windows) both with graphical user interface and command line interfaces.