University of Basel | Master's in Distributed Systems, Machine Intelligence

Name: Master's in Distributed Systems, Machine Intelligence
Price: 1700 USD

QS Rank:

131

University of Basel

Basel-Stadt

Switzerland

Program Rank

251

Overview

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The University of Basel, Switzerland's oldest university founded in 1460, is a highly research-oriented and internationally accessible institution located at the intersection of Switzerland, Germany, and France. This Master of Science in Computer Science program, offered by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, provides specializations in Distributed Systems or Machine Intelligence. Designed for full-time students, the 1.5-year program requires 90 ECTS credits and is taught entirely in English. It prepares graduates for careers in academic and industrial research and development, demanding strong analytical and conceptual skills.

Total Tuition Fees

$2,550

Duration

18 Months

Ranking

#135

US World and News Report

#103

The World University Rankings

#131

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Intake

Spring ( Apr - June )

Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Career Outcomes

The Master's program in Computer Science prepares graduates for careers in scientific and industrial research and development, as well as roles in management and project management. Graduates are qualified for fields demanding strong analytical and conceptual skills, leveraging the university's research focus in areas like high-performance computing, AI, and data analytics.

Prospective Job Roles

Data Scientist

Research Scientist

Software Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

AI Researcher

Distributed Systems Engineer

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Eligibility Criteria

At least 1.5 years of bachelor degree.

At least 5.0 / 6.0 undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
100

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 100

Transcript
English Proficiency Test

Degree Certificate

Application Deadlines


Fall	Apr 30, 2027
Spring	Nov 30, 2026

Fees and Funding

Tuition is CHF 850 per semester. The total program tuition for 1.5 years (3 semesters) is CHF 2,550. An additional fee of CHF 150 is charged for late applications. Cost of living and health insurance are estimated for Basel, Switzerland.

Tuition Fees

$1,700 / year