University of Gothenburg

The master’s programme in Computer Science offers freedom and flexibility to choose among a wide range of courses. Computer science is a broad topic that spans everything from theory of computation to the practice of designing software systems. Our master’s programme utilizes the University of Gothenburg’s research-focused Department of Computer Science and Engineering to provide a comprehensive programme. As a student, you will explore the whole spectrum of computer science and specialize according to your interests.

Software engineers and software managers will have a key role in all aspects of society, from using AI to provide customer service and financial advice, to developing self-driving cars, to creating apps in the health and biotech sphere. We are among the largest software engineering groups in the world, and our researchers have worldwide impact. Our programme gives you the opportunity to complete collaborative projects, work with partners in industry, and participate in hackathons, gaining the skills necessary to improve the world with software.Our programme has a clear management profile, with group project work that creates and develops software in various real-world contexts, giving you the opportunity to hone your creativity and develop and prove your skills. This allows you to work on projects with the opportunity to create realistic, team-oriented work, gaining experience in various roles. The curriculum is taught over six academic terms, each with a specific theme. Term 1: Team Programming Term 2: Systems Development Term 3: Distributed Systems Development Term 4: Cyber Physical Systems and Systems of Systems Term 5: Software Engineering for AI Systems Term 6: Software Engineering Research and Practice

International and global contexts, processes and institutions are playing a more important role in working life as a whole and for our everyday lives. In a globalized world, international relations are complex and shifting, and the demand for professionals with knowledge of global issues and competence to analyse international events have increased. The Bachelor's Programme in International Relations give you skills to analyse, investigate and evaluate issues related to international conflict and cooperation. You will investigate different theoretical perspectives and how they bring varied understandings and analysis of our world. The programme gives you specific knowledge on: war, conflict and security; peacebuilding; global political economy; interventions in order to end armed conflict; migration and sustainability; structure of the international system; complex and shifting power relations; multilateral organizations, global governance and world regions; political theory originating in different schools of thought as well as in different world regions; diplomacy and international negotiation; and the impact of climate change and new technologies on international relations.

Are you interested in global health, development issues and human rights? Do you want to contribute to a sustainable future by combatting global health disparities? Then you should apply for the Master’s Programme in Global Health. We offer an interdisciplinary programme, the opportunity to study with students from around the world and the knowledge you need to address complex health challenges in your future career. What are the main health problems in the world, and what can we do about them? What is needed to achieve the Global Sustainable Development Goals and create greater health equity? What impact do political, cultural and social factors have? These are examples of some of the challenges we face today. This requires joint international efforts based on a broad approach and an understanding of how different factors affect global health. We need experts to work on these issues. The Master’s Programme in Global Health provides you with knowledge of key theories and methods in global health. You will study for two years full-time. The instruction is in English. The programme is interdisciplinary; students will study global health from many perspectives. Together we move among different subject areas, such as public health, health economics and international relations. This will give you a deeper understanding and new perspectives on global health issues that will better prepare you for professional life. The programme aims to develop your knowledge of the global burden of disease, the globalisation of healthcare and medical services and initiatives to achieve greater health equity. You will learn about epidemiology, biostatistics, health management and health economics. There is a strong emphasis on human rights and how cultural factors affect international initiatives. We will provide you with the practical skills and tools needed to identify, analyse and develop actions to solve difficult health problems. We offer several optional courses, giving you the opportunity to specialise in subjects that interest you. What it is like to study Teaching The programme focuses on critical thinking. As a student, you cannot be taught what the “right” answers are because there is no single solution or approach to global health problems. Instead you are encouraged to reflect and participate in discussions with other students and teachers in the classroom. Together you will bring different perspectives and new approaches from your different academic and professional backgrounds. You will study at five different parts of the University of Gothenburg. Institute of Medicine Department of Social Work Department of Economics Department of Literature, History of Ideas and Religion School of Global Studies You will meet teachers and visiting lecturers from different parts of the world with backgrounds in a wide range of disciplinary domains. The programme mixes different types of instruction, such as lectures, group work, practical sessions and computer labs. You will have different types of examinations, such as written homework assignments, home exams, classroom exams and oral presentations in groups. You will have good opportunities to gain practical experience and insight into working life through internships. You will also have the opportunity to write your master’s degree project for a research team or organisation.

Are you interested in health and improving public health? Do you want to make a difference and are driven by the idea of ensuring health equality? Then you should apply to the Master’s Programme in Public Health Science. Our students are trained to be able to work with public health, both nationally and internationally. We offer an international study environment where you will meet other students from around the world. Why are there such large differences in health among different groups of people? What are the relevant factors that influence health and how can we improve the lives of people? These are some of the public health challenges we are facing. A wide-ranging and interdisciplinary perspective is needed to reduce difference between groups and achieve long-term and equitable improvements to public health. There is a need for trained public health scientists to study these issues and to formulate and evaluate public health efforts. The Master’s Programme in Public Health Science teaches students the central theories and methods of the field. This two-year programme is taught in English. The goal of the programme is to give you the tools needed to be able to plan, conduct and evaluate public health work and to work to reduce systematic differences in health in the population. You will also learn about epidemiology, social epidemiology, quantitative and qualitative research methods and health economics theories and methods. We offer both an introductory and advanced course in health economics.

Programme structure and content This two-year programme includes the following compulsory courses that provide a core within data science: Introduction to Data Science Python for Data Scientists Applied Mathematical Thinking Statistical Methods for Data Science Applied Machine Learning Computational Techniques for Large-Scale Data Research Methods for Data Science Master’s Thesis in Data Science Applied data science is multidisciplinary by nature, and the programme is designed to allow space for you to create your own profile by choosing optional courses. You can choose courses in areas where data science methods can be applied, or courses in technical areas that feature techniques and technologies that complement those introduced in the programme's mandatory courses. You are particularly encouraged to supplement the mandatory courses that provide a core in data science with optional second-cycle courses in the area of your bachelor’s degree.

The master's programme in Information Technology and Learning addresses the opportunities and challenges emerging information technologies raise for learning. As a student of the programme, you will have the opportunity to work with leading researchers in learning sciences, educational studies, digital communication, and human-computer interaction. Through hands-on seminar activities, you will become a research-driven leader, a learning experience designer, and a critical analyst of learning technologies.The changing face of digital technologies provides immense new opportunities and simultaneously gives rise to fundamental challenges for both individuals and society. The field of information technology and learning is currently at the center of attention in debates surrounding issues like source criticism and information evaluation, digital competence, Artificial Intelligence (AI), big data, and learning analytics.

The master’s programme in Innovation and Industrial Management focuses on the question of how to manage organizations in an increasingly uncertain world, with rapidly changing technologies and markets. Modern companies face complex industrial and financial challenges, particularly in adapting to technological, financial, and consumer changes that affect their future profitability and competitiveness. Global competition requires organizations to develop internal and external analyses of industrial processes and market conditions with particular emphasis on innovation, industrial dynamics, and investments. Ignoring renewal and innovation poses long-term threats to the survival of every organization.The master’s programme in Innovation and Industrial Management is centred around a set of mandatory core courses, covering topics such as innovation management, strategy, business development, and personal and professional development. In addition, you will have the opportunity to tailor your education to your particular interests by choosing elective courses, for example within entrepreneurship, project management, or environmental sustainability. You will also have the opportunity to study one semester abroad at one of our partner universities. The fourth semester is dedicated to your master’s thesis, which is conducted individually or in pairs. The master’s thesis can be done in collaboration with an external partner, such as a company. In addition, you will have the opportunity to apply for a grant to conduct part of your thesis work abroad.

The programme extends over four semesters of full-time study. During semesters one and two, you take common core courses in accounting and financial management. During the third semester, you choose a number of elective courses within your area of interest. You can specialise within the field of accounting and financial management or broaden your skills with elective courses from other programmes. The third semester can also be spent at one of the school’s many partner universities, or at an external organization as part of our internship course. In the fourth semester, you will write a master's thesis.During the programme, you will be responsible for advanced work assignments and will learn through lectures, seminars, cases, and guest presentations.Accounting and financial management are crucial for firm performance and economic efficiency. Strong competences in both accounting and financial management are needed to understand the interplay between firms, investors, and other stakeholders in a continuously changing society. Our programme stands out by providing these competences. Built upon a strong research base the program is balanced between the subjects financial accounting, management accounting and financial management. Financial accounting courses involve measurement and disclosure issues facing enterprises in their financial reporting, and the impact of these issues on financial statement users. Management accounting courses focus on the design and use of management control systems from both a strategic and business process perspective, and they incorporate state-of-the-art information technology solutions for performance management, decision-making, planning, and control. Financial management courses focus on long-term decision making with respect to investments, financing, and risk management.

In today's fast-paced world, the demand for leaders of integrity who foster dialogue and embrace diversity is critical. We need reflexive leaders who think strategically, drive change, and tackle global challenges like inequality and climate change. Our Master's programme is dedicated to foster these leaders and empower them to shape a better future. Our programme prepares you for leadership roles and strategic responsibilities. Emphasizing your impact on sustainable development, we equip you with crucial tools in strategy, leadership, change management, and decision-making. Upon completion, you'll confidently address management complexities and drive strategic endeavors, guided by a solid inner compass.

The first semester covers the fundamentals of economic analysis and consists of mandatory core courses in Math, Econometrics, and Micro- and Maceoeconomics. During the second and third semesters, most courses are elective. Our large variety of elective courses provides an opportunity to tailor your education to your particular interest, for example focusing on core economic questions or gaining expertise in sustainability issues. We offer both research-oriented courses and more practice-oriented ones. You can also choose to do an internship with a firm or organization. The fourth semester is dedicated to your master´s thesis, where you apply your acquired skills to analyze relevant economic questions and have the opportunity to reflect the specialization you built throughout previous semesters.Economics helps you analyze societal issues and enables you to offer advice in both policy and corporate contexts. From big questions such as climate change and world poverty, to how competitiveness affects a firm’s profitability, to how people would alter their behaviour after a tax cut, economics is highly relevant for many issues in society. A broad and balanced program Our programme balances a rigorous theoretical education and strong research connections with opportunities to learn a vocational skillset during applied courses and internships. You will develop institutional knowledge and practical tools to analyze common economic problems in markets and organizations, including issues such as taxes, externalities, public goods, competition, and information problems. Our programme provides a particular opportunity to focus on sustainability, and our collaboration with Chalmers University of Technology, also in Gothenburg, allows you to take sustainability courses from disciplines other than pure economics.