Switzerland · Master's · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Master of Science in Computer Science and Data Analytics

Two-year 120-ECTS English-taught master's program jointly organized with the Universities of Bern and Neuchâtel (Swiss Joint Master in Computer Science), covering distributed systems, machine learning, and cryptography.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related quantitative field with minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA.
English language proficiency: English language proficiency at CEFR B2/C1 level (IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL iBT 90+).
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required for Swiss cantonal master's degrees.
Thesis / Research statement: Curriculum vitae and academic motivation letter detailing programming competencies in Python, C++, and algorithms.
Recommendation letters: Two letters of reference from university professors.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Bilingual cantonal research university; eligibility for Swiss cantonal study grants and research tutoring
Application fee: CHF 150 application processing fee
Tuition / joining costs: CHF 985 per semester for international students (CHF 1,970 per full academic year)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: 30 April 2027 (Fall Semester International Intake)
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Fribourg documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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