Computer Science

How do we deal with the enormous amount of data produced on a daily basis, all over the world? What can we do to prevent election results from being hacked? How can we keep our interaction with computers understandable? During the Bachelor of  Computer Science programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, you will be trained as an expert in the underlying technology of computer systems.

Information technology (IT) is everywhere and provides us with an unprecedented range of possibilities. During the Bachelor of Computer Science programme, you will investigate the logic on which computers are based and gain insight into a variety of programming languages. You will learn how computer networks share information efficiently and securely, and explore the nature of the interaction between computer and user. You will study the hardware of computers, but also subjects like linear algebra, software design, web technology, algorithms, intelligent systems, and databases. You will be taught by top lecturers and guest speakers from the industry. This way, over the course of three years, you will gain a solid footing in the field. From the development of self-driving cars to the protection of sensitive data, there are countless ways in which you can make a valuable contribution to the fascinating world of IT.