Sweden · Master's
Linköping University
MSc Computer Science
Linköping University
Course Overview
Linköping University's MSc Computer Science is delivered through the Department of Computer and Information Science (IDA) — one of Northern Europe's largest CS departments and the recognised feeder programme for Saab's autonomy and AI research operations. Linköping's tech ecosystem is anchored by Saab Aeronautics' autonomy programmes, Ericsson Linköping's research labs, plus the Linköping Science Park's broader cluster (~6,000 employees, 350+ companies focused on AI, autonomy, and visualisation). LiU sits in the QS top-300 globally for Computer Science.
Sri Lankan applicants from CS / SE / IT bachelor's backgrounds (Moratuwa CSE / IT, Colombo UCSC, SLIIT, NSBM, NIBM) use LiU MSc CS as a route into Nordic tech roles at materially lower tuition than KTH (~SEK 155,000/year non-EU, LKR 4.96M/yr, versus KTH's SEK 310,000/year). The 4-semester programme offers specialisation tracks in AI and Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Systems Software, and Data Science — with LiU's particular research strengths in computer vision and autonomous systems (driven by Saab proximity). The mandatory Master's thesis (30 ECTS) is often run jointly with industry partners (Saab, Ericsson Linköping, Veoneer) or LiU's autonomy research labs. Sri Lankan returnees route into senior software engineering, ML engineering, and data engineering roles at WSO2, IFS R&D, Virtusa, Sysco LABS, MillenniumIT, Dialog Axiata, HSBC Sri Lanka Technology, and the Lanka AI Hub.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely-related discipline with strong grades (Sri Lankan first / upper-second class equivalent).
- check_circle Demonstrated coursework in programming, algorithms and data structures, computer architecture, plus mathematics fundamentals (linear algebra, calculus, probability and statistics).
- check_circle Sri Lankan applicants from Moratuwa (CSE / IT), Colombo UCSC, SLIIT, NSBM, NIBM, or IIT with first / upper-second class are competitive.
- check_circle Motivation letter (1-2 pages), CV, two academic references, and transcripts uploaded to universityadmissions.se.
- check_circle Application via universityadmissions.se — applications open mid-October, deadline January 15, application fee SEK 900.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (no band below 5.5) — Swedish 'English 6' equivalent.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall.
- check_circle Cambridge English: C1 Advanced.
- check_circle Programme is taught 100% in English — Swedish not required for the degree.
- check_circle Waived if your Bachelor's was taught entirely in English (Sri Lankan applicants from Moratuwa / UCSC / SLIIT / NSBM qualify with an MOI letter).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (SEK) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, non-EU) | SEK 155,000 | Rs. 4,960,000 |
| Living Expenses in Linköping (12 months) | SEK 95,000 | Rs. 3,040,000 |
| Student Visa, Residence Permit & Health Insurance | SEK 14,000 | Rs. 448,000 |
| Cloud Compute, Books & Conference Travel | SEK 10,000 | Rs. 320,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | SEK 274,000 | Rs. 8,768,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
LiU MSc CS graduates qualify for Sweden's 12-month post-study residence permit to job-search, with conversion to a work permit (or EU Blue Card) at a qualifying offer. Master's-level salaries clear the EU Blue Card threshold (~SEK 49,000/month gross in 2025). Major Linköping employers: Saab Aeronautics (autonomy and AI research), Saab Dynamics, Ericsson Linköping, Veoneer, plus the Linköping Science Park's broader cluster. LiU MSc CS graduates also place into Stockholm tech employers (Spotify, Klarna, Ericsson, Microsoft Stockholm) and Volvo Cars' autonomous-driving teams in Gothenburg. Median starting graduate salary SEK 40,000-SEK 48,000/month (LKR 1.28M-1.54M/month). Sri Lankan returnees route into senior software engineering, ML engineering, and data engineering roles at WSO2, IFS R&D, Virtusa, Sysco LABS, MillenniumIT, Dialog Axiata, HSBC Sri Lanka Technology, and the Lanka AI Hub.
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