Master's Degree English 2 years · 120 ECTS

Applied Computer Science - Master

UiT The Arctic University of Norway · Tromsø, Norway
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Duration2 years · 120 ECTS
Teaching languagesEnglish
DegreeMaster's Degree
Credits120 ECTS
Programme provider

UiT The Arctic University of Norway

Tromsø, Norway · Accredited programme

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Applied Computer Science - Master (Master's Degree) is taught at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø. It lasts 2 years · 120 ECTS. Taught in English.

Program overview

After completing this study, you will have the prerequisites to develop advanced computer games, virtual reality and create realistic simulations, such as collisions, rigid bodies, inverse kinematics and fluid mechanics. As a student you will benefit from the close bonds Narvik has to national and international research partners and our professional lab facilities. Throughout the studies you will build a strong and competitive fundament as a technical programmer and developer of advanced software and learning systems. The teaching activities are driven by active research groups within the fields of AI, geometric modeling and applied mathematics. This can serve as a basis for: Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and intelligent agents Geometric modeling, virtual reality, computer graphics and animations Object-oriented programming, meta- and GPU programming The development of large software systems, and massive multipurpose systems After completing the diploma thesis on a selected topic, you are equipped with a comprehensive knowledge set in dealing with technical and managerial challenges, which makes you attractive to companies within many industries. Former students have generally found exciting opportunities as experts or leaders in the most technologically advanced companies or within academia.

CityTromsø
Credit load120 ECTS

Cost per year

Living costsNOK 18,400 a month in Tromsø, rent included
kr 220,800

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 10.312 NOK, 1.1172 USD)

Admission requirements

Typical requirements in Norway for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

  • A completed qualification that gives access to Master's Degree study.
  • Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment the institution asks for.
  • Your advisor checks the final requirements for your education system and intake.

Language requirements

Taught in English.

EnglishMain teaching language
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Required documents

A typical checklist for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

Passport or national identity document
Previous diploma or graduation certificate
Academic transcript
Proof of the teaching language, when the programme asks for it
Completed application form and a recent photo
CV and motivation letter
Recognition or equivalence of your degree, when the programme asks for it

Accreditation

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.

Application journey

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2Check eligibility

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3Prepare documents

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4Send an application request

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Applied Computer Science - Master?

The official catalogue lists a duration of 2 years · 120 ECTS and 120 ECTS.

Which languages is Applied Computer Science - Master taught in?

Taught in English.

What is the tuition fee?

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