MA in Computer Science and Information Technology
Ca' Foscari University of Venice
Key Information
Campus location
Venice, Italy
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
29 Mar 2024
Earliest start date
Sep 2024
* depending on your nationality, yearly fees range from 700 to 2,157 euros
Introduction
In order to equip you to manage and analyse large quantities of data, the programme teaches you statistical techniques, machine learning and how to design reliable software with a particular focus on security, correctness and performance.
The programme is certified annually by GRIN (GRuppo di INformatica - Italian Association of University Computer Scientists) and AICA (Italian Association for Informatics and Machine Learning), which endorse the quality of degree courses in Computer Science by issuing the "GRIN sticker".
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Curriculum
Entirely taught in English, this programme offers three curricula focusing on the most important sectors of the industry, including Big Data & Analytics, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing e IoT:
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Software Development and Engineering
Apart from required and elective coursework, the study plan also includes a curricular internship and a final thesis.
Some of the subjects offered include:
- Advanced Data Management
- Geometric and 3D Computer Vision
- Cryptography
- System and Software Security
- Software Architectures
- Foundations of Artificial Intelligence
- Advanced Programming Languages
- Information retrieval and Web Search
Career Opportunities
Once you graduate, you'll be ready to seek employment in the fields of software construction and data analysis at manufacturing companies dealing with information systems and processor networks as well as at companies, local authorities or laboratories that employ complex information systems and analysis methods. Some of the career paths open to you include:
- Software analyst and developer
- Information security specialist
- System analysis
- System administrator
- Web application developer and analyst
- Database developer and analyst
- Information and network specialist
- Data engineering and management expert
- AI specialist
Admissions
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Scholarships and Funding
Ca' Foscari University offers high-achieving international students a limited number of renewable scholarship packages of various sizes, ranging from 7,000 to 8,000 euro a year for master's students.
These scholarship packages are designed to offer support for the full duration of an award winner's degree. To be eligible to apply, you will need a minimum 8.5/10 CGPA. Complete information about the requisites and procedures to apply will be can be found at the dedicated webpage.
The regional government also offers financial aid for international students from low-income families for which you can apply after enrolment.