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University of Gothenburg

Gothenburg, SwedenReviewed 22 October 2026

Gothenburg's current Computer Science master's is a two-year campus-based degree.

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Gothenburg's current Computer Science master's is a two-year campus-based degree. The university calls Applied Data Science a former programme; that older degree is not advertised here as an open 2027 route.

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  1. Computer Science, Master's Programme, 120 credits
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Academic eligibility

  • A 180-credit computer-science bachelor's or equivalent needs 17.5 mathematics credits, including 7.5 discrete mathematics, plus 15 programming and 7.5 data-structures credits.
  • Map previous courses on the required entry-requirements form.

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Language requirements

  • English equivalent to English 6/English Level 2 is required.
  • The national IELTS Academic example is 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5.
  • Academic subject credits and English evidence are separate requirements.

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Study intakes

  • The English-taught Gothenburg campus instance runs 30 August 2027–3 June 2029, full-time.

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Application deadlines

  • The first international round is 16 October 2026–15 January 2027.
  • A later 15 March–15 April round is also listed, but may not suit immigration timing.
  • Axel Adler eligibility requires the first round and documents/application fee by 1 February 2027.

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International tuition

  • Autumn 2027 tuition is SEK 294,000 for the complete two-year programme, with a SEK 73,500 first instalment for fee-liable students.
  • This is not an annual amount or the catalogue's older 2026 quotation.

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Scholarships & funding

  • The 2027 Axel Adler Scholarship is a competitive tuition waiver, excluding living and travel costs.
  • It requires a qualifying campus-based programme as the first choice and timely admission documents.
  • Eligible applicants receive instructions around 10 February 2027; scholarship selection is not guaranteed by an admission offer.

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What can international students study at University of Gothenburg?

Selected programme options include Computer Science, Master's Programme, 120 credits. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for University of Gothenburg?

A 180-credit computer-science bachelor's or equivalent needs 17.5 mathematics credits, including 7.5 discrete mathematics, plus 15 programming and 7.5 data-structures credits. Map previous courses on the required entry-requirements form. English equivalent to English 6/English Level 2 is required. The national IELTS Academic example is 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5. Academic subject credits and English evidence are separate requirements.

How much are international tuition fees at University of Gothenburg?

Autumn 2027 tuition is SEK 294,000 for the complete two-year programme, with a SEK 73,500 first instalment for fee-liable students. This is not an annual amount or the catalogue's older 2026 quotation. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for University of Gothenburg?

The first international round is 16 October 2026–15 January 2027. A later 15 March–15 April round is also listed, but may not suit immigration timing. Axel Adler eligibility requires the first round and documents/application fee by 1 February 2027. The English-taught Gothenburg campus instance runs 30 August 2027–3 June 2029, full-time. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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