Parallel Distributed Computer Systems
The programme in a nutshell
The curriculum requires that you take compulsory subjects worth 32 ECTS and optional subjects worth 27 ECTS. The emphasis shifts gradually from classroom lectures to independent and research-oriented study with practical work, seminars and the identification of open research questions.
Compulsory subjects include:
- Distributed Systems
- Parallel Programming
- Computer & Network Security
In Distributed Systems you will learn about the development of middleware systems for large-scale computer networks. Parallel Programming teaches you how to reduce execution time by writing programs that run in parallel on a large number of processors. Computer & Network Security is a wide-ranging course on security.
The final semester is dedicated to the Master’s thesis, which usually involves conducting research together with a member of the academic staff.
The entire programme is taught in English, and your fellow students come from all over the world. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be awarded the title Master of Science (MSc).
The Master's in Parallel and Distributed Computer Systems is a two-year programme that strikes an effective balance between classroom and applied work. About one third of the first three semesters is devoted to practical projects.
For detailed information on courses and timetables, click on the following links:
The Studyguide contains all the course descriptions for the PDCS master
You will find the schedule for the PDCS master by selecting 'Groep' and then selecting mPDCS (FEW) in the scrolling menu
