Computer Science: Innovation for Change in a Digital Society, Master's Program (Two-Year)

To survive the rapid change today, organisations need new capabilities and competencies in fields such as digitalisation, business development, innovation, technology management and leadership. Organisations are therefore looking for people who understand both technology as well as business and managerial aspects. By integrating advanced computer science knowledge with skills in innovation and business, as well as change and sustainability management, the master’s programme prepare you for a future career as a driver of innovation and a catalyst for positive change.

During the programme, theoretical studies are interspersed with practical work. An overall challenge-based pedagogical approach allows you to work with real-world cases from client organisations as well as your own entrepreneurial projects.

The programme’s four semesters are organised around a series of sequential learning goals, starting with foundational courses during the first semester. The second semester’s theme includes more practical courses and opportunities for applying different theories. The third semester focuses on applying all previous knowledge and skills in an innovative capstone project. The third semester also includes a research course in preparation for the master’s thesis, which is the focus of the fourth semester.

During your studies, you will be part of a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, including aspiring entrepreneurs, technology enthusiasts, and change-makers. Together with your peers, you will engage in hands-on projects, partnering with different kinds of companies, non-profits, and government organisations. The programme is also connected to research environments at the Department of Computer Science and Media Technology, including the Internet of Things and People research centre, the Software Centre, and the Data Society Research Programme: Advancing Digitalisation Studies. The teaching staff includes experts and senior researchers in the different topics of the program. They are involved primarily as teachers during the first year and primarily as supervisors during the second year.

By the time you graduate, you will have the skills to transform ideas into solutions, the entrepreneurial mindset to navigate the business landscape, and the ability to create sustainable solutions that make a difference. Whether you dream of launching your own company, leading innovation within an organization, working as a consultant, or something else where the skills and knowledge gained can be useful, this program will empower you to excel in your future career. After graduation you can of course also continue into PhD studies at Malmö University or other universities.