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Study programme 2015-2016

Teaching and training



 Designers and developers of tomorrow’s computer systems are confronted with two major challenges:
  • computer systems that are increasingly complex
  • areas of application that are increasingly varied

To meet these challenges, the future Master’s degree holder in computer science must:

  • master current computer science technologies but also manage and ascertain their progress,
  • innovate by integrating elements linked to artificial intelligence, software engineering and security networks into computer systems,
  • work as a member of an multidisciplinary team and act as an interface between the development team and other participants involved in the scientific or technical issues of the project.

The future computer science engineer will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to become:

  • a professional engineer capable of integrating several scientific and technical disciplines in the area of information technology
  • an individual with field experience, capable of putting his/her knowledge into practice and use ever evolving high performance tools (both in research and technology)
  • a specialist having acquired cutting edge knowledge in his/her field of study, for example artificial intelligence, security networks, software engineering and programming systems
  • a manager who manages team projects

Polytechnic and multidisciplinary, the training offered by the Louvain School of Engineering (EPL) emphasises a combination of theory and practice open to computer science in all its dimensions (analysis, design, development, implementation, maintenance, research and innovation) including those pertaining to ethics.

International possibilities:

English is the most widely used language in companies particularly those in the technical sector. This Master’s degree programme is thus taught in English and provides its participants with the opportunity to acquire solid oral and written English language skills. Offering a Master’s degree in English, is proof of our international status. The use of English allows us to welcome international students all the while allowing these students to be immersed in a francophone environment. It also includes exchange programs and dual diplomas with foreign universities.

 


On successful completion of this programme, each student is able to :
1. demonstrate their mastery of a solid body of knowledge and skills in computer science allowing them to solve problems associated with their field of study

2. organise and develop a computer system that meets the complex needs of a client

3. organise and carry out a research project to understand a new problem in their area of study

4. Participate in a group project


5. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with the goal of carrying out projects (in particular in English)


6. Demonstrate autonomy, rigor, openness, critical thinking as well as a sense of ethics when doing your job