Computer Science Specification and design of innovative IT systems and architectures

The Master of Science in Engineering with specialization in Computer Science offers a unique opportunity for students with an interest in both research and business.

Students will learn the fundamentals and methods required to analyze data using exploratory statistics, statistical methods and machine learning models. In this specialization, you will expand your skills and knowledge and learn to render data usable and valuable from a business perspective by designing data-based products and by visualizing and communicating information effectively.

Stefan bei der Besprechung

Stefan Schnürle, MSE student with specialization in Computer Science

In this video, Stefan Schnürle shares his experiences in the master's program in Engineering at the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology.

Admission requirements for the specialization in Computer Science

As a consecutive study program, the Master of Science with specialization in Computer Science requires solid prior skills in the subject. In addition, prospective students need a bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Applications with other degrees will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Professional profile for the specialization in Computer Science

Graduates with a specialization in Computer Science have a wide range of career opportunities both in Switzerland and abroad.
  • Focus on Software Engineering and Technology: Positions in areas ranging from R&D to application development to continuous integration and deployment.
  • Focus on Information and Communication Systems: Positions in areas such as web and backend applications, process or business controls, IoT, cloud, or database systems.
  • Focus on Advanced User Interfaces: Students learn to design, realize, and ultimately create new forms of perception and communication experiences with innovative human-machine interfaces.
     

Advisors for the specialization in Computer Science

Porträt Ruedi Arnold

Prof. Dr. Ruedi Arnold

Research topics: Algorithmic Business, Software Engineering and Architecture, Human Factors
Porträt Martin Bättig

Dr. Martin Bättig

Research topics: Tools for Development of Resilient Distributed Systems (IoT and Cooperate), Development of Specialized Low-Code Platforms

Dr. Arthur Gervais

Research topics: Security, Privacy, Distributed Systems

Porträt Jana Koehler

Prof. Dr. Jana Koehler

Research topics: Software architecture, AI Planning and Scheduling, Industry 4.0, Robotics

Porträt René Meier

Prof. Dr. René Meier

Research topics: Smart Systems, Internet of Things, Mobile Systems, Distributed Systems, Data Science

Porträt Angela Nicoara

Prof. Dr. Angela Nicoara

Research topics: Internet of Things (IoT) Systems and Software, Mobile and Distributed Systems, Edge and Cloud Computing

Porträt Peter Sollberger

Prof. Peter Sollberger

Research topics: Measuring systems, wireless sensor networks, embedded systems

Porträt Tim Weingärtner

Prof. Dr. Tim Weingärtner

Research topics: Blockchain, Self-Sovereign Identity, Entrepreneurship

Porträt Joachim Wirth

Prof. Dr. Joachim Wirth

Porträt Markus Zank

Dr. Markus Zank

Research topics: Virtual Reality, 3D User Interfaces, Navigation in Virtual Environments