computer science (I-SM3O)(in Polish: informatyka studia magisterskie) | |
second-cycle full time, 1,5 years of studies (3 terms) Language: Polish | Jump to: Opis ogólnyDescription of the field of study: For whom field of study Computer Science?? For people who are not afraid of challenges and a lot of effort during their studies to achieve great opportunities and attractive employment after graduation. If you are ambitious, fierce, eager to learn, have a scientific mind and are passionate about mathematics and technology - this is the right study for you. Completing Computer Science will give you a guaranteed chance for career development in the required and desired profession, as specialists in this field are in demand on the labor market. If you pass mathematics, physics or computer science in high school, you are not afraid of challenges and you are willing to face hard work by acquiring theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of computer science, feel free to apply for our course. Graduates of public and private universities (full-time and part-time studies) with a 1st degree engineering degree diploma (they have an engineer diploma) may apply for second-cycle studies in the field of Computer Science. The remaining requirements are specified in the expected competences of the candidate applying for admission to second-cycle studies in the field of Computer Science. Second-cycle studies broaden the knowledge and develop skills in the field of creating applications and network solutions, with particular emphasis on the security aspects of IT systems. Specialties Software development techniques You will broaden your knowledge and skills in the field of creating solutions for IT and mobile systems and their security engineering, parallel and distributed computing methods as well as modeling and IT project management languages. You will learn how to design and develop web applications (web, mobile and cloud platforms) and learn the techniques of administering these applications. The studies will prepare you to work in companies that design and implement the most modern systems related to IT technologies. Cybersecurity You will learn how to effectively ensure security of network systems, internet applications, computer systems, and mobile applications. You will acquire skills related to various forms of programming for the Internet and designing information systems. Your engineer knowledge will be supplemented with issues related to the security of ICT technologies. As a graduate of this specialization, you will be able to work in companies producing telecommunications equipment, with operators of telecommunications and ICT networks, as well as where knowledge on securing information resources of the organization is required (administration, army, etc.). Professional career Our graduates find jobs in the following positions:
Why study computer science? See for yourself. Eligibility rules Qualification documents required
Elements that are the basis for qualifying candidates
Recruitment rate The WR recruitment rate (maximum number of points = 55) will be calculated according to the formula: WR = 10 x O + S O - the grade on the first-cycle diploma S - grade point average for first-cycle studies Recruitment dates Dates of recruitment for full-time studies, starting from the semester of the summer academic year 2021/2022:
Dates of recruitment for higher education undertaken by foreigners, on terms other than those applicable to Polish citizens, starting from the summer semester of the academic year 2021/2022:
Fees For Polish citizens: According to the order of the Rector of the University:
For foreigner: According to the order of the Rector of the University:
Documents required for admission to studies Candidates for the first year of second-cycle studies are required to submit the following documents:
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Learning outcomes
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In the area of knowledge, the faculty graduate:
• has an extended and in-depth knowledge of some areas of mathematics, that entail such issues as: elements of set theory, discrete and applied mathematics, together with the inclusion of mathematical methods for the analysis and synthesis of digital signal processing algorithms and image processing algorithms,
• has an extensive knowledge of the mathematical foundations of information theory, algorithm theory and cryptography and their practical applications,
• has knowledge of computer architecture, including parallel, multiprocessor and microcomputers;
• has knowledge of modern programming techniques: (object-oriented, concurrent and parallel programming, functional languages);
• has extensive knowledge of information analysis and processing methods used in computational intelligence and knowledge engineering;
• has a thorough knowledge of methodologies and techniques of analysis, design, modeling, testing, development and maintenance of software;
• knows the techniques of procedural, functional and object-oriented programming and the importance of code quality;
• has an ordered and theoretically founded knowledge of devices included in computer networks, including wireless networks, and the architecture and configuration of these devices in local and wide area networks;
• is aware of the current state and the latest development trends in IT;
• can use information and communication techniques, including those applied to software engineering,
• has knowledge of computer graphics and image processing methods,
• has a thorough knowledge of methods of searching and collecting information, as well as exploration of the obtained data;
• has structured knowledge of decision support systems and other artificial intelligence (AI) systems;
•has a thorough knowledge of data security in computer systems;
• has basic knowledge to understand social, economic, legal and other non-technical conditions of engineering activity, knows the basic principles of occupational health and safety applicable in IT;
• has extensive knowledge in the field of intellectual property protection and patent law;
• has knowledge of the operation of forms of individual entrepreneurship;
• has detailed knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of electronics, computer systems architecture and operating systems;
• has detailed knowledge of network technologies;
• knows and understands the processes of designing and operating information systems, as well as methods and techniques used in design and operation, including the methods concerning the use of artificial intelligence, graphics and human-computer communication, and/or these concerning the use of embedded systems;
In the area of skills, the faculty graduate:
• has the ability to obtain information from literature, internet sources, databases and other sources; is able to analyze, interpret and filter information in order to draw conclusions and form an opinion and use it in the issues of creating IT systems;
• has the ability to work individually and in a team, can lead a small team, can develop and implement a work schedule that ensures meeting deadlines;
• knows how to develop detailed documentation regarding the implementation of a project task and is ready for the preparation of the results of this task;
• knows how to prepare and present an oral presentation on the implementation of a project task and lead a discussion on the presented presentation;
• is able to define and implement the process of self-education, among others in order to improve his/her own professional competences;
• can use the English language sufficiently to communicate, as well as to read and understand technical documentation and deliver a short presentation on the implementation of the project task (skills in accordance with the requirements specified for the B2 + level of the CEFR - Common European Framework for Reference to Languages);
• can create a mathematical model in the field of computer science and analyze the formal description;
• can use the known methods and mathematical models to solve design tasks, so as to analyze and evaluate the operation of electronic, mechanical and other systems, among others;
• knows how to design, build, run and test an electronic system;
• can - when formulating and solving tasks involving the design of elements and/or systems - see their non-technical, legal and economic aspects;
• knows and applies the obligatory rules of health and safety at work;
• knows how to configure communication devices and construct a local and wide area network, as well as select the appropriate network service for a specific implementation and equipment;
• can design and implement an algorithm that performs a specific programming task;
• can use the commands and syntax of high and low level programming languages, and/or appropriate programming environments;
• knows how to use typical methods and IT tools for practical tasks;
• knows how to build an application with a given application, multimedia included, by selecting and using the appropriate method and design tools;
• can design and create artificial intelligence (AI) systems, decision support systems and computational intelligence (CI) included;
• can design and modify data exploration systems: collecting, grouping and retrieving information;
• can effectively use various methods of data exploration and manipulation in database systems;
• is able to design and practically apply solutions ensuring data security in IT systems;
• knows and is able to use tools supporting design works;
• can effectively use various methods of data exploration and manipulation in database systems.
In the area of social competences, the faculty graduate:
• knows the possibilities and methods of continuous training beyond the scope of the material of the second cycle studies and understands the need to improve professional, personal and social competences;
• is aware of the effects of civilization related to scientific and technical progress, and/or other activities of a holder of the master's degree in computer science, including his/her impact on the living conditions of society and the natural environment;
• is able to lead a group implementing an IT project and act as an inspiring - mentor for people with whom s/he works;
• can set operational and strategic goals of an IT project, define priorities of tasks related to its implementation and control its course;
• can behave in a professional manner and observe professional ethics, including aspects related to the protection of intellectual property, respect for the diversity of views;
• can identify new design and business challenges, including those related to the innovation of IT projects;
• is aware of the role of an educated IT engineer in the local society, in particular regarding the promotion of modern IT solutions, their impact on improving the quality of life of the region's inhabitants and the quality and competitiveness of their work, as well as identifying the risks they bring;
• is able to formulate and convey the acquired knowledge, information and opinions in a way that is understandable to the average user of IT systems.
The study program was established by the Resolution No. 1551/07/VI/2020 of the Senate of the University of Bielsko-Biala of July 14th, 2020.