MSc. in Computer Science

Program Description

The Master of Science in Computer Science at Western Balkans University is a two-year (120 ECTS) advanced program designed to build strong theoretical foundations, analytical capabilities, and practical competencies essential for today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. The program integrates modern scientific research with real-world technological applications, preparing students to address complex computational challenges and design innovative solutions across diverse industries.

Throughout their studies, students enhance their critical thinking, research abilities, and technological expertise while engaging with emerging trends and tools that shape the future of computing. The first year provides a unified core curriculum for all students, whereas the second year offers the opportunity to specialize in one of three professional profiles.

Mission, Vision & Objectives

Mission

Vision

Objectives

Career Opportunities

The Master of Science in Computer Science opens diverse career pathways in local and international technology companies, research institutions, startups, public and private organizations, as well as NGOs and innovation-focused foundations operating in the digital and technological sectors.

Program Profiles

You can choose between 3 different profiles to study this master's program:

Semester I

No.	Code	Subject	ECTS
1	CSC 101	Research Methods Mandatory	6
2	CSC 103	Mathematical Methods and Optimization Mandatory	6
3	CSC 105	Blockchain Technology and Applications Mandatory	6
4	CSC 107	IT Project Management Mandatory	6
5	CSC 109	Advanced Programming and Algorithms Mandatory	6

Semester II

No.	Code	Subject	ECTS
1	CSC 102	Big Data Management and Processing Mandatory	6
2	CSC 104	Advanced Probability and Statistics Mandatory	6
3	CSC 106	Machine Learning Mandatory	6
4	CSC 108	Data Visualization and Analysis Mandatory	6
5	CSC 110	Professional Ethics Mandatory	6

Semester I

No.	Code	Subject	ECTS
1	CSA 201	Natural Language Processing (NLP) Mandatory	6
2	CSA 203	Deep Learning Mandatory	6
3	CSA 205/ CSA 207	Computer Vision / Semantic Web Elective	6
4	CSA 209/ CSA 211	AI in Robotics and Autonomous Systems / AI, IoT, and Intelligent Technologies Elective	6
5	CSA 213/ CSA 215	Computational Neuroscience / AI in Healthcare Elective	6
6	CSS 201	Advanced Programming for Software Systems Mandatory	6
7	CSS 203	DevOps and Process Automation Mandatory	6
8	CSS 205/ CSS 207	Software Systems Analysis and Design / Software Testing and Quality Assurance Elective	6
9	CSS 209/ CSS 211	Semantic Web / Advanced Mobile Software Development Elective	6
10	CSS 213/ CSS 215	Software Performance Analysis and Optimization/ Distributed Systems Architecture Elective	6
11	CS 201	Coding Theory and Cryptography Mandatory	6
12	CS 203	Network Management and Security Mandatory	6
13	CS 205/ CS 207	Cyber Incident Detection and Response / Advanced Attacks and Defensive Technologies Elective	6
14	CS 209/ CS 211	Cloud Security and Virtual Infrastructures / Application and Software Security Elective	6
15	CS 213/ CS 215	Cyber Intelligence and Risk Analysis / Blockchain and Security Elective	6