Interdisciplinary Computing
Interdisciplinary Computing is the first interdisciplinary technical master’s program at IT:U. Its educational approach is deeply rooted in project-based, personalized learning. As a student, you will study at the intersection of computing and various disciplines. You will work in small groups to develop your knowledge and skills in a vibrant, international environment while gaining the experience for a future career in industry or academia.
New Call for Master’s Program
After overwhelming interest during the first call, and to ensure that as many qualified applicants as possible have a fair opportunity to pursue a master’s degree at IT:U, we are excited to announce a new call for the MSc in Interdisciplinary Computing. The application will be open from early July 2025 through the end of September 2025.
This decision was made in order to accommodate a wide range of regional, administrative, and personal circumstances — particularly regarding visa procedures, financial planning, and international mobility. The call is applicable for intake Summer Semester 2026, with limited space available for intake Winter Semester 2025/26.
IT:U also aims to reach prospective students who may only decide to pursue a master’s program later in the summer, who become aware of our academic offerings later, and/or who presently study in an academic environment that is currently undergoing major changes.
The new call provides greater flexibility — both for international and European applicants — and reflects our commitment to creating an open, accessible, and inclusive academic environment.
Choose one of four specializations*
*students will choose their specialization within the first year
Your profile to fit with IT:U
- You have a bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent in the fields of technology, natural sciences, social sciences, medicine, humanities, arts or economics.
- IT:U requires students to have minimum C1 level English as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Please consult our FAQs page for more information on how other language assessments compare to the CEFR. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview to assess English proficiency and fit with IT:U.
- You have a strong interest in solving complex problems and working on collaborative projects.
- You are interested in combining technology and social understanding.
- You appreciate mixed methods and computational approaches, as well as exploring new AI methods.
- You enjoy a hands-on project-based environment, where you can apply your skills to real-world challenges.
- You want to gain a broad understanding of data handling, analysis and visualization, with a focus on practical applicability.
Overview of the master’s program
Your journey through your master’s program
The Learn Lab modules in the first two semesters will give you the opportunity to get to know the six different labs – Virtual Reality, Motion Capture, Maker Lab, Robotic, Interaction and Data Lab – that form the basis of IT:U’s project-based, personalized learning approach. The Pre-specialization module in the second semester will equip you with the basic skills of your chosen specialization. Your third semester consists of a Research Proficiency module where you’ll be trained in scientific writing and academic methodology. In the Specialization module, you will focus on real-world challenges and projects related to your specialization. The final part of your master’s program is the writing and defence of your Master’s Thesis.
How will my master’s application be evaluated?
After an application is submitted, the Student Administration team conducts the formal check and then passes it on to the Program Committee, where they evaluate the content. Shortlisted candidates are then invited to interview. After the interview, the Program Committee will evaluate the application package as a whole and select candidates for admission. For more information, please consult IT:U’s Master’s Program Admissions Rubric.
