Master in Informatics Engineering an Computer Science

RUN-EU Double Degree Programme: Informatics Engineering meets Computer Science

Driving Innovation Across Europe!
This unique Double Degree Programme merges IPCA’s Master’s in Informatics Engineering with FHV’s MSc in Computer Science, offering you a powerful blend of applied computing, networks, AI, and software engineering. Students gain advanced skills in application development, cybersecurity, cloud systems, and business information systems while deepening their expertise in algorithms, AI, and research-led computing.

Why choose this programme?

  • Two Degrees, Two Countries: Study in Portugal and Austria, immerse yourself in two learning environments, and graduate with two internationally accredited master’s degrees.
  • Interdisciplinary Expertise: Combine practical know‑how in systems, security, and applications with theoretical understanding of algorithms, AI, and computing research.
  • Global Opportunities: Expand your international connections and prepare for careers in software engineering, cybersecurity, AI, data systems, and more—all over the globe.
  • Hands‑on & Research‑driven Learning: Benefit from project-based modules, lab work, and research orientation at both universities.

Find out more about each programme:

  • Informatics Engineering (Computer Engineering) at IPCA
  • Computer Science at FHV

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Applications are handled through your home university. Please contact your programme director for full details on application procedures and programme specifics.

Language of instruction:

English

120 ECTS credits
Academic recognition:

Final degrees will be awarded after the student has successfully completed the required studies in each university. Each university will issue a diploma based on the forwarded transcript of records from the home institution added by the courses passed at the host institution, showing that the student has passed all required courses. At the end the students will have two degrees. The titles of degrees are:

  • IPCA: Master in Informatics Engineering
  • FHV: Master of Computer Science
Eligible participants:

All study courses are taught in English. The applicants must have an English proficiency equivalent to level B2 or higher of CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). This must be proven by a language test, e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge ESOL, CEFR or equivalent. As an equivalent, a certificate from the university’s English language teacher is also acceptable. 

Proof of English proficiency is also considered fulfilled if the applicant obtained their qualification for university entrance in English, and/or has completed a first academic degree in English, and/or speaks English as a native language.

How to apply:

Application for this product is closed.

Selection criteria

Students will submit their applications for Double Degree Programme according to the instructions of their home institutions. The home institution nominates the students to the host institution. The host institution provides relevant information regarding the application process. 

Required application documents: 

  • Transcript of Records (ToR) 
  • Motivation letter 
  • Learning Agreement To fulfil the application requirements, the applicants must have an adequate study performance at BSc level and must fulfil the required language skills.

The selection is made by the Head or the Director of the Degree Programme of the home university, based on the application documents.

Involved organisations and persons

Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave

Lead Organisation

Vorarlberg University of Applied Sciences

Lead Organisation
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