University master's degrees
University Master's Degree in Research and Innovation in Computer based Science and Engineering

Emerging technologies in advanced computing make up a strategic element for approaching the challenges in future societies in social, scientific and industrial contexts

Official Master's Degree in Research and Innovation in Computer based Science and Engineering

Knowledge

  • Describe the basic principles on which algorithms and advanced computing methods are based.
  • Describe the operation and main uses of tools available for the development of applications using advanced computer systems.
  • Identify key elements, methods, tools or systems that are most suitable for solving problems of a diverse nature using advanced computing techniques.
  • Identify gender stereotypes and roles and their possible impact on professional practice.

Skills

  • Know how to design complex applications and computer systems for solving problems in new environments and in potentially broad or multidisciplinary contexts, and taking into account requirements in terms of sustainability or energy efficiency.
  • Know how to apply techniques, tools, algorithms and mechanisms of advanced computing systems to specific uses in the fields of science and engineering.
  • Critically analyze the principles, values, and procedures that govern the exercise of the profession.
  • Know how to select appropriate sources of information in the scientific literature using the appropriate channels and integrate this information with the ability to synthesize, analyze alternatives and debate critically.
  • Know how to communicate orally the results of one's own work, its conclusions and the knowledge and ultimate reasons that sustain them to specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear, concise and unambiguous way.
  • Know how to communicate in written form through technical and/or scientific documents the results of one's own work, its conclusions and the knowledge and ultimate reasons that support them in a clear, concise and unambiguous way.
  • Plan the different activities related to the resolution of a task entrusted within a working group, making an adequate management of time and resources.
  • Be able to work integrated into teams of heterogeneous composition, including supervisors and specialist and non-specialist members.

Competences

  • At the end of the master's degree, the student will be able to design innovation and research projects that require the use of theoretical models, techniques or advanced computing tools.
  • At the end of the master's degree, the student will be able to apply circular economy and sustainability concepts to computationally based projects.
  • At the end of the master's degree, students will be able to apply techniques based on advanced computing systems to complex problems in various fields of science or engineering.
  • At the end of the master's degree, students will be able to generate questions and hypotheses in the face of new research challenges and demonstrate originality in the way they approach and solve the problems posed by means of advanced computing techniques.