Programme syllabus
Autumn 2014
Programme syllabus, Autumn 2014
Title
Computer Science: Master Programme (one year)
Swedish title
Computer Science: Master Programme (one year)
Programme code
TACSO
Credits
60 credits
Language of instruction
English
Decision-making body
Faculty of Technology and Society
Syllabus valid from
2013-09-02
Programme establishment date
2009-11-18
Syllabus approval date
2012-06-18
Level
Advanced level
Entry requirements
1. Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Degree of Engineering in Computer Science, or a degree in a related field. All degrees must be equivalent to at least 180 higher education credits.
2. The equivalent of English B in Swedish secondary school.
3. At least 15 credits of programming (or equivalent).
Programme structure
The program will give the student an opportunity to deepen her/his knowledge in an area of current interest within Computer Science, as well as knowledge and skills of methodologies for research and development projects within Computer Science.
Semester 1
- Cooperative Information Systems, 15 credits
- Introduction to computer science and media software design, 7,5 credits
- Computer Science: Research Methods, 7,5 credits
Semester 2
- Master Thesis in Computer Science, 15 credits
- Interaction Technology, 7.5 credits
- Cross-disciplinary Project Management, 7.5 credits
Programme contents
Semester 1, autumn 2014
Cooperative Information Systems
DA609A, 15 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: Computer Science
Introduction to Computer Science and Media Software Design
DA610A, 7.5 credits (Compulsory)
No main field of study
Computer Science: Research Methodologies
DA602A, 7.5 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: Computer Science
Semester 2, spring 2015
Interaction Technology
DA606A, 7.5 credits (Compulsory)
No main field of study
Computer Science: Master Thesis
DA613A, 15 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: Computer Science
Cross-disciplinary Project Management
DA607A, 7.5 credits (Compulsory)
No main field of study
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate:
- show knowledge and understanding of Computer Science, including having an overview of the area, deepened knowledge in the area of of cooperative information systems, as well as, insight in current research and development
- show deepened knowledge of methodologies and research methodologies used in Computer Science
- be able to describe central concepts in the area of cooperative information systems
Skills and Abilities
On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate:
- show ability to integrate knowledge and to analyse, evaluate and handle complex problems and situations also with limited information
- show ability to independently identify and formulate problems, as well as, plan and, by using suitable methods, carry out advanced tasks within given time frames
- show ability to orally and in writing clearly present and discuss her/his conclusions regarding matters in Computer Science, as well as the knowledge and the arguments which these are based upon in dialog with different groups
- demonstrate ability to apply the main concepts and technologies in the development of cooperative information systems
- show the skills that are required to participate in research and development work in Computer Science, or to work with other qualified tasks
Capability of Assessing and Perception
On completion of the course the student shall demonstrate:
- show capability, within the area of Computer science, with special focus on Cooperative Information Systems, to make judgements taking into consideration relevant scientific, societal, and ethical aspects, as well as, showing consciousness of ethical aspects of research and development
- display understanding of the possibilities and limitation of science, its role in society, and the responsibility of its use
- show ability to identify her/his needs of additional knowledge and to take responsibility for her/his progress within the area
Degree
Master's degree (60 credits)
Master of Science (60 credits) with a major in Computer Science