Master in Interdisciplinary Computing

Master in Interdisciplinary Computing is one of 8 English-taught Computer Science & IT programmes at master’s level in the register, offered by 7 institutions. 8 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, from EUR 727 to EUR 1,453; this programme lists EUR 1,453 a year. 5 are at a public university, where EU, EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters.

Interdisciplinary Computing is IT:U's first interdisciplinary technical master's programme. It merges computing with other fields to tackle complex, real-world challenges. The programme is taught in English and leads to a Master of Science (MSc) after 120 ECTS over two years.

What you study

The programme combines computing with other disciplines. You choose one of four specialisations:

• Designing Interactions
• Digital Earth, Society, and Networks
• Digital Humanities, Health, and Life Sciences
• Future Industries

Learning is project-based and personalised. You work in small groups with a strong focus on collaboration. The register description does not list individual courses, so check the programme page for module details.

Admission, language and next steps

Teaching is in English. Applications go directly to IT:U, not through a central portal. The institution's own page gives the application period and any entry requirements. As a public university, EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters; other students pay a fee per semester. Confirm the details on the IT:U website before you apply.

Interdisciplinary Computing is IT:U’s first interdisciplinary technical master’s program, merging computing with diverse fields to address complex, real-world challenges. This program emphasizes project-based, personalized learning in a vibrant international environment. With small group settings and a strong focus on collaboration, students gain the skills and experience needed to excel in industry or pursue academic careers. The Programm offers four specializations, Designing Interactions, Digital Earth, Society, and Networks, Digital Humanities, Health, and Life Sciences, and Future Industries.

Start im Oktober 2025

There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here IT:U Interdisciplinary Transformation University Austria. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, the student residence permit and housing.