Informatics - Master's Programme
Informatics
Master of Science in Informatics, 2 years
- MasterFull time, 2 years
- Location
Trondheim
- Requirements See Admission
- Max. places See Admission
- LanguageEnglish
- Apply before See Admission
Would you like to solve important challenges in society and help shape the technology of the future?
This programme is designed for those who wish to continue studying informatics after completing a bachelor’s degree.
A master’s degree in informatics will provide you with the skills and research expertise needed to tackle complex challenges through the design and development of digital products and services. This includes ensuring that your solutions contribute to a sustainable future.
You can develop specialised expertise in one of the following areas.
Specialisations offered in Trondheim
- Artificial Intelligence
- Databases and Search
- Information Systems and Software Engineering
- Interaction Design, Gaming, and Learning Technology
Specialisations offered in Gjøvik
- Programming and Security Engineering
- Visual Informatics
The programme qualifies you for advanced-level study in your discipline and for admission to doctoral degree programmes.
This master’s programme is taught in English.
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
You will acquire academic competence and the ability to work independently on theoretical and practical problems using modern and advanced technology.
In both the master-level courses and during your thesis work, you will learn how to apply your technical expertise to real-world problems in collaboration with industry, users, and organizations. This includes the ability to reflect on the ethical, sustainable, and societal implications of new technology.
Each specialisation is linked to a research group. Within each specialisation, some courses are compulsory, while others are optional. The programme covers the full scope of our research in informatics.
From the very first semester, you will work on practical projects in interdisciplinary teams.
What can you become?
What can you become?
With a master’s degree in informatics, you will be well qualified for today’s evolving job market. Most students secure employment before completing their master’s thesis. Graduates typically begin their careers as developers, often progressing to roles such as project managers or heads of development teams. Positions in systems design and method development are also common.
After gaining industry experience, many graduates move into senior positions. Candidates with a master’s degree in informatics qualify for the same types of jobs and roles as chartered engineers with a master’s degree in computer technology.
Upon completing the master’s programme, you may also apply for admission to a doctoral degree programme (PhD).
Study environment
Study environment
Trondheim and Gjøvik offer broad and vibrant study environments. You can join the student academic committee, sports clubs, and participate in a wide range of other student activities.
The programme is structured to allow for individual course selection. Instruction includes lectures, exercises, and laboratory work, and you will spend a significant amount of time collaborating with your fellow students.
The programme provides an international perspective, offering excellent opportunities for building global networks. The education you receive is applicable worldwide.
Programme structure
Programme structure
The first year of study consists of advanced courses in informatics and in your elected specialisation. The second year is devoted to a preparatory project, advanced courses, and the master’s thesis, which is completed individually or in small groups.
Admission
Admission
Applicants must hold a completed bachelor’s degree or an engineering degree and must meet the prior knowledge requirements as specified in the link below. Admission further requires a minimum grade point average of C, as well as at least 80 credits in informatics.
You apply directly for admission to a specialisation, and you may apply for admission to several specialisations in prioritized order in the same application.
Contact
Contact
Do you have any questions about the programme of study? We can help you with compulsory courses and electives, examinations, deadlines, and general questions about the programme.