Master Computer Science at Université Côte d'Azur

Programme overview

Two-year scientific and technical master that trains professionals for industry or research able to design, develop and manage innovative digital solutions. It is built on research laboratories such as Inria and CNRS in Sophia Antipolis and offers tracks in Software Systems and Distributed Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Ubiquitous Networking (UbiNet), Computer Engineering and EIT Digital. Teaching can be 100% in English; open to work-study.

Faculty: Digital Systems for Humans Graduate School (EUR DS4H) | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time, taught in French and English; work-study (alternance) available | Location: Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

What you will study

Algorithms, software engineering, data, AI, cybersecurity and distributed systems, with core modules, projects, optional minor modules, a compulsory work placement in a company or laboratory and individual or team projects.

Career pathways

Careers in research, software development, artificial intelligence, information systems, network administration, data science, cyber security and multimedia; many graduates go on to a PhD. Employment rate 90% at 18 months for the 2024 cohort.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Three years of higher education: a dual Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or another science-based Bachelor's degree or equivalent with skills in programming, algorithms and data structures, databases, systems, fundamentals and the web. Work-study applicants present a career plan consistent with the programme. Selective: M1 via MonMaster and M2 via eCandidat.

Domestic applicants: EUR 255 a year (2026/2027). National registration fee for French and EU/EEA students; CVEC not included. Source

International applicants: EUR 3,950 a year (2026/2027). National tuition rate for non-EU international students; CVEC not included. Source

Duration: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://ecandidat-uca1.univ-cotedazur.fr/

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