Integration of research and teaching
Project work allows students to focus continually on a specific point of research in combination with related required electives and, if applicable, to write their master’s thesis based on their findings. The students are stimulated by the opportunity to independently apply what they have learnt; the course helps them to integrate and consolidate the content of their research.
Skills in scientific debate on the specialized subject
In addition to expanding and consolidating knowledge in the fields of core computer science and mathematics, the modules teach theoretical and analytical skills, enabling students to familiarize themselves with new topics systematically and efficiently, using specialist literature in English. Most current IT projects are interdisciplinary. This is why students learn to find connections, but also to think outside the box, beyond the functional requirements of the specific task.
Working independently, with an interdisciplinary approach
One aim of the contents and methods taught on this course is to awake the students’ curiosity for practical problems and theoretical questions, and to enable them to independently expand their own stock of knowledge and methods.
Project work, workshops and writing their master’s thesis all enable the students to develop and practice these skills. The increased use of English encourages the students to explore and discuss the content of global findings and opinions.
Organizational and leadership skills
In addition to encouraging creativity and openness, the course contents and methods aim to help students develop their discussion and critical skills. Social skills such as teamwork, ability to work under pressure and improving concentration are also learnt through the wide variety of requirements to be met during the course (assignments, workshops, seminars).
