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Postgraduate ยท Computer Science & IT ยท ๐Ÿ“ Zurich, Switzerland

MSc Computer Science

ETH Zurich

Duration
2 years Full-time
Next intake
September 2026
Indicative annual fee
CHF 4,380 / year

Course overview

ETH Zurich's computer science department is the strongest in continental Europe, with major groups in systems, security, machine learning, robotics and theory, and master's students choose a specialised track.

Tuition remains very low by international standards, though Zurich living costs are high โ€” budget realistically for accommodation before applying.

Key modules

  • Advanced Systems Lab
  • Machine Learning
  • Information Security
  • Computer Graphics
  • Distributed Systems
  • Master's Thesis

Entry requirements

Academic

A bachelor's degree in computer science from a recognised university with a strong grade average; admission is highly competitive and may include additional requirements.

English language

  • IELTS: 7.0 overall, with no band below 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 100 overall
  • Cambridge: C1 Advanced

Not quite meeting these? Ask about a foundation or pathway route, we advise on those free of charge.

Intakes

Apply roughly 6 to 12 months before your intended start for the widest choice of places and scholarships.

  • ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ September 2026

Career prospects

Roles this programme prepares you for. Your counsellor can also advise on post-study work routes in Switzerland.

  • Software Engineer
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Security Researcher
  • Robotics Engineer
  • Doctoral Researcher

Post-study work in Switzerland: 6 months. Read the Switzerland student visa guide.

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MSc Computer Science: your questions, answered

What are the entry requirements for MSc Computer Science at ETH Zurich?

A bachelor's degree in computer science from a recognised university with a strong grade average; admission is highly competitive and may include additional requirements. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall, with no band below 6.5; TOEFL iBT 100 overall; Cambridge C1 Advanced. Your Tutopiya counsellor checks your specific qualifications against these requirements free of charge.

How much does MSc Computer Science cost?

Indicative tuition is CHF 4,380 / year for international students. Fees are set by the university and can change between intakes, so your counsellor confirms the exact figure before you apply. Tutopiya's own counselling and application service is completely free.

When can I start MSc Computer Science?

This course has intakes in September 2026. Applying 6 to 12 months ahead gives you the widest choice of places and scholarships.

Is the university placement service really free?

Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the universityโ€™s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.

What exactly do you help with?

Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.

Which universities can you place me into?

We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.

Do I need my final results before I apply?

No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.