This is a two-year graduate programme at the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering. After completing the Master's degree, students can apply for the right to use the title of engineer.

Students should ideally have completed a BS degree in an engineering subject, but students from related subjects may be accepted onto the programme if they can satisfy certain requirements.

Is the program for you??

• Do you enjoy being able to understand complex challenges?

• Do you want to better understand the potential of computers to solve problems?

• Are you interested in learning about the latest knowledge in electrical and computer engineering?

• Would you like to have the professional title of electrical engineer?

What is the study about?

The MS in electrical and computer engineering provides students with the most up-to-date knowledge in the field. Students also learn to use appropriate tools and software for data analysis. They are trained in understanding complex challenges, setting targets, and creating and following a project schedule.

Students are expected to learn how to take on independent research projects, adopting a self-sufficient approach, an open-minded attitude and strong critical thinking skills.

At the start of the programme, students choose an administrative supervisor from among the permanent teaching staff at the Department. In consultation with the administrative supervisor, the student selects courses that will develop their knowledge in their area of interest. The administrative supervisor will also guide the student through the research project, which ends with writing a thesis and giving a lecture on the findings.

Programme structure

The programme is 120 ECTS and is organised as two years of full-time study.

The programme is made up of:

• Courses, 60 ECTS

• Master's thesis, 60 ECTS

Students may choose between the following specialisations:

• Electrical and computer engineering

• Renewable energy – electrical power engineering

Organisation of teaching

Courses are taught in Icelandic but most textbooks are in English.

Main objectives

Students are expected to specialise in a specific area of electrical and computer engineering and adopt disciplined independent working practices that will serve them well in their future careers.

Other

After completing the Master's degree in electrical and computer engineering, students can apply for the right to use the title of engineer. This professional title is legally protected.

Completing a Master's degree in electrical and computer engineering allows you to apply for doctoral studies.

• See the PhD in electrical and computer engineering

• See the PhD in computer engineering

• See the PhD in electrical engineering