See Masters Programs in Technology Studies in Netherlands 2019

2-year part-time Master program in Amsterdam/Leiden (Netherlands). You can choose to take the Master in Cyber Security by e-learning, in a physical classroom environment (only 1 evening per week!) or a combination of both.

Stand-alone program: Certificate in Cyber Security - Threat Detection (part of the Master in Cyber Security)

Cyber Security threats do not respect borders. With the dramatic rise in global cybercrime,

Cyber Security has become one of the fastest growing IT disciplines in the world today. No organization wants to be a victim of cybercrime. The fallout can take years to fix and in some instances, it can be hard to fully recover at all. The growing concern among decision makers at major organizations over cybercrime is, therefore, boosting the demand for Cyber Security experts worldwide. (ISC)2, being a security certification and industry body, revealed that by 2020, there will be a shortfall of 1.5 million Cyber Security experts. Be quick and get your global Master degree in Cyber Security now!... [-]

Marketing Data Science is a specialization of the Econometrics and Operations Research master's programme. This hands-on study into econometric methods for analyzing marketing data to facilitate better marketing strategies let you become the quantitative marketing specialist and place you at the forefront of a successful professional career.

Marketing Data Science connects many academic disciplines including mathematics, statistics, economics, and marketing, and is primarily concerned with the use of microeconomics, consumer behaviour and statistical techniques to analyse data sets with multiple hierarchies such as product, brand, location, distribution, etc. The econometric methods can be used to analyse volume shares, advertising effects, sale strategies, consumer behaviour, brand loyalty schemes, TV and social media advertising, and many other topics.... [-]

In our specialization Econometrics and Data Science of the Econometrics and Operations Research master's programme, we weldcome you in the fast-developing world of econometrics and data science methods for ultra-high dimensional data sets. In this specialization, we cover the statistical theory of high-dimensional spaces, the computer science skills of handling big data, the econometric methodology of identifying causal economic relations in a data-rich environment. You further learn the practical skills of analyzing, modelling and forecasting key financial and economic variables, for the purpose of improving policy and decision-making.

The specialization Econometrics and Data Science offers an excellent opportunity for those wishing to enhance their quantitative profile for a career in data science. The program combines different academic disciplines including statistics, econometrics, computer science, economics and business, but it is more than a simple intersection of these. In essence, it is concerned with the theory and practice of transforming large and complex data sets into pieces of information that are potentially beneficial for a wide range of purposes relevant to corporates, economic and government institutions, and financial service companies. This will give you a distinct and strong profile, placing you at pole position for a successful career as a data scientist in professional, business and academic environments.... [-]

Data science: a shock to the financial system, or its biggest opportunity? The availability of big data, in combination with rapidly increasing computing power, is uncovering mechanisms not visible before. Blockchain has the ability to fundamentally change the way we register and administer information. Networks provide the opportunity to build robust and stable interactions. Major challenges lie ahead in understanding what these fascinating new technologies imply for our financial infrastructure.

These developments call for a new type of finance graduate. The Duisenberg Honours Programme in Finance and Technology trains you to master traditional finance techniques in combination with developments in data science. Having graduated from the programme, you’ll have the ability to understand the data techniques, how they can be applied in the financial sector, and how they can transform businesses. While you won’t be a data science specialist, you’ll form a bridge between the programmer and the manager. You’ll understand the technicians, apply the techniques in the financial sector, and sell them to the outside world.... [-]

For mining information from very large repositories of text, you need to know what you are looking for and how to find it. The Master’s programme Text Mining AI trains everyone with a Bachelor’s and or Master’s degree how to use text mining by applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques. You will learn what the possibilities and limitations are, and how to reflect on the outcomes and the cross-disciplinary aspects.

Did you ever wonder why there is such a need for finding information in a text by using Artificial Intelligence techniques? Scientists and decision makers are very much in need of the information that must be somewhere in textual big data. Some examples:... [-]

Master in Parallel and Distributed Computer Systems

This Master’s emphasizes hands-on experiments, featuring many software lab courses that train you to solve challenging research problems using software experiments. You will work on design, implementation, testing and performance analysis of complex system software. Operating in small teams, you will train your collaborative research skills. Courses include Parallel Programming and Distributed Systems, Cluster and Grid Computing and Computer Graphics.

The program in a nutshell

The curriculum requires that you take compulsory subjects worth 32 ECTS and optional subjects worth 27 ECTS. The emphasis shifts gradually from classroom lectures to independent and research-oriented study with practical work, seminars and the identification of open research questions.Compulsory subjects include:... [-]

Master in Computer Science

The Master’s program aims to provide you with the knowledge, experience, and insights you need to become an autonomous professional in the field of computer science. You will learn a great deal about the technology behind computer systems, software, networking and online systems. The program is designed to offer a solid basis for a career in the business world and also to prepare you for further education as a scientific researcher. There are several research groups within Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam where you will have the opportunity to continue your work as a scientific researcher. The Computer Science department has many connections with national and international companies, which can offer you a flying start to your career once you have completed your Master’s. Computer Science graduates are in high demand and many of our students find work in their chosen field of specialization.... [-]

Master in Computational science

Would you like to confront a tornado in virtual reality and predict its intentions? Or understand the behaviour of financial markets? What if you could simulate the outcome of a surgical procedure before it is put into practice? Or predict how a crowd would move in the event of a disaster?Computational science is a discipline that has established itself as the third pillar of modern science (alongside theoretical and experimental science) and involves the modelling, simulation and analysis of world phenomena through computation. This has opened up new windows onto the physical and social sciences, earth sciences and life sciences at many levels of scale.... [-]

Master in Artificial Intelligence

As a Master's student, you will learn to conduct independent research in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). You will explore knowledge acquisition and modeling, multi-agent systems, and techniques to make internet searches more efficient and effective. Artificial intelligence is all about smart environments that support humans in a very dedicated way. Because intelligence is about more than just logical thought, you will draw upon knowledge from across the academic spectrum; from philosophy, logic, and psychology, to information science, linguistic analysis and mathematics.

The program in a nutshell

The Master’s program in Artificial Intelligence lasts two years and consists of 120 ECTS credits. Whichever specialization you choose, you complete your program by writing a thesis.You can choose between two programs:... [-]

Smart devices (mobile phones, PDAs, tablet computers), smart products (car, navigation) and smart environments (ambient intelligence) are enabling new services that require innovative interfaces. Human-Computer Interaction and Design (HCID) focuses on the study, design, development and evaluation of novel user interfaces, interactive systems and services.

HCID is an interdisciplinary programme where our User-Centred Design approach places the users at the centre of the design process. By combining human aspects (both at a cognitive, aesthetic and sensory-motor levels) to technological and business aspects, we create new products and services with great usability and user experience, and a solid customer demand, which often translates into commercial success. Students learn how to design and define how people interact and live with the modern ever-changing technical world.... [-]

Embedded Systems (ES) gives you a holistic and multidisciplinary view and skillset on embedded systems, their underlying technologies, their development, and their integration.

Graduates become world-class specialists and innovators in the field of embedded systems, capable of developing smart embedded solutions for new challenges in domains of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) and the Internet-of-Things (IoT). They are also capable of taking on leading management roles in embedded systems and more general ICT companies.

The curriculum combines the technical major in Embedded Systems (Technical major 75%) with a minor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E) (business minor 25%). You will learn how to bring innovation to the market and how to develop a successful business model. These additional entrepreneurial skills will give you your ticket to a successful career.... [-]

You will acquire in-depth technical skills in scalable data collection techniques and data analysis methods. You will learn how to use and develop a suite of tools and technologies that address data capture, processing, storage, transfer, analysis, visualization, and related concepts (e.g., data access, data pricing, and data privacy).

The curriculum combines the technical major in Data Science (DSC) (Technical major 75%) with a minor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E) (business minor 25%). You will learn how to bring innovation to the market and how to develop a successful business model. These additional entrepreneurial skills will give you your ticket to a successful career.... [-]

Cyber Security (CSE) focuses on the study of the design, development, and evaluation of secure computer systems, which are also capable of ensuring privacy for future ICT systems. The aim is to provide students with an understanding of the concepts and technologies for achieving confidentiality, integrity, authenticity, and privacy protection for information processed across networks.

Students will learn the fresh hot topics of the field including blockchain technologies, cryptocurrencies, practical (ethical) hacking, and quantum cryptography.

The curriculum combines the technical major in Cyber Security (Technical major 75%) with a minor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E) (business minor 25%). You will learn how to bring innovation to the market and how to develop a successful business model. These additional entrepreneurial skills will give you your ticket to a successful career.... [-]

The Master of Data Science program consists of 60 ECTS credits coursework with a final project. You can complete 9 modules in 12 to 15 months and earn your master’s degree in Data Science. You can learn more about European Leadership Univesity and Data Science Master's Program here.

You are offered both digital and face-to-face learning experience throughout the programme. Comprehensive digital course materials, projects and e-libraries are provided through our online platform while you can be part of a thriving on-campus experience involving workshops, hackathons, action learning groups and mentoring.

Our degrees are fully recognised in 50 countries in European Higher Education Area (EHEA). We are committed to obtaining further international accreditation. In this regard, we are in the process of acquiring an NVAO & ABET accreditations for the class of 2019.... [-]

The omnipresence of computing quickly takes shape. Computing is everywhere nowadays: from mobile phone apps and personal trackers to robots. This raises questions such as; when and how should computing devices adapt to individual users? Can we think of entirely new approaches to the interaction between human and machine? And as computing pervades more and more areas of our lives - while artificial intelligence enhances further and further - can we ensure that our privacy is safeguarded? Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) investigates all of these questions!

The HCI master's programme offers you: