Congratulations on your study place at BTH!
Welcome to the Master’s Programme in Computer Science, 120 credits
We expect to greet you at BTH, Campus Karlskrona, on 31 August for the first day. We will provide updates via email about the time and location for the programme introduction. Keep an eye on your inbox for further details!
Make sure to visit our International student guide, where you will find dates for upcoming webinars, practical information including accommodation, and support for your next steps.
If you are required to pay tuition fees, make sure to pay by 15 May to keep your place. If admitted to a campus programme, apply for your residence permit as soon as possible. Further information is available on bth.se and Swedish Migration Agency.
Procedure to join the programme
Activate your student account from 27 March 2026
You can activate your student account on konto.bth.se External link, opens in new window.. Read more on Student account Opens in new window..
Register for the courses from 24 July 2026
You must register in Ladok External link, opens in new window. for the courses to keep your place on the programme. Read more about Ladok here Opens in new window..
Programme start, 31 August 2026
If you cannot participate in the programme introduction, report this by email to the programme manager.
Program and course information
Information about the programme from the programme manager, and information about courses from the course manager can be found on the respective page in Canvas. Attendance at programme and course roll calls is always mandatory. If you cannot attend for any reason, you must inform the programme or course manager.
Courses during the initial semester are:
Preparations
Computer science covers many topics, including big data, artificial intelligence, machine learning, distributed computing, cybersecurity, visual and interactive technologies, etc. We find mathematics, programming, operating systems, databases, etc, in their cores. Hence, please refresh these skills before the programme starts. I recommend refreshing your English reading and writing and improving your understanding. Most of the material (lectures, books, assignments) is in English, and you must write several academic reports during your studies here.
The first-semester classes range from Programming in Unix to Applied AI, Network and System Security, and Cloud Computing. For these, you need to be comfortable with Python programming, Operating Systems, and Data Communications.
Learning platform and equipment
BTH expects all students to have access to their own computer. There is only limited access to computers in our computer labs on campus. You also need access to a webcam, headset with microphone and internet connection for digital lessons. Here you can find recommendations on the performance of your computer.
The Canvas External link, opens in new window. learning platform is used in all courses and programmes on campus and in digital education. Once you have activated your student account and registered for a course, you have access to programme and course pages in Canvas. Here you will find more information about Canvas, Zoom and other digital tools that you have access to at BTH.
Given our extensive use of Linux, Virtual machines, and containers, it’s important to be comfortable working with Linux and various virtualization tools. Proficiency in Linux is a must, including installing and updating packages, working with scripts and the command line, building software from source code, using Git, and basic SSH. For Virtualization, we utilise different systems and tools. It’s beneficial if your computer has VirtualBox installed and you’re comfortable using it, such as creating VMs and networks, importing and exporting appliances, and understanding how the host and the VM can interact (both via the network and via shared folders). You’ll need additional knowledge if your daily driver is a Mac (especially an M-based device). Typically, our VMs are x86-based.
Do you have any questions?
If you still have questions after reading this welcome letter and visiting the International student guide, please contact studentreception@bth.se.
