Computer Science: Software Engineering and Green IT
The Software Engineering and Green IT track explores how we can design and maintain high-quality software systems with sustainability in mind. You will learn software engineering techniques while also investigating how IT can be made more energy-efficient and environmentally responsible. This track focuses on both functional and non-functional aspects of software development, including performance, maintainability, and environmental impact. It is designed for students who want to combine a strong foundation in software engineering with a forward-looking approach to Green IT.
Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time
Location
UvA Science Park and VU Campus
Nov02
Master's Week: 2-6 Nov
Feb08
Master's Week 8 -11 Feb
Why choose Software Engineering and Green IT at UvA/VU?
- Acquire robust software engineering skills with an emphasis on sustainability
- Learn how to build systems that are carbon-aware and adaptable
- Collaborate on real-world projects with research groups and external partners
- Study with experts in sustainable computing and software engineering
A joint degree from two leading institutions
This track is part of the joint Master’s in Computer Science, offered by the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. You will follow courses across both institutions and graduate with a joint degree diploma.
Is this the right track for you?
This track is ideal for students who want to contribute to sustainable technologies and who enjoy building energy-efficient, reliable, scalable, and performant software systems. A strong interest in software engineering, software design, system analysis and sustainability is recommended.
See the Study Programme and Career Prospects for further details.
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Facts & Figures
- Degree programme
- MSc Computer Science
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 120 ECTS, 24 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Starts in
- September
- RIO code
- 65014
- Location
- UvA Science Park and VU Campus
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