Applied Computer Science (studies offered in a hybrid mode/part-time)

M.Sc. Applied Computer Science 

Faculty of Electrical Engineering

Unit responsible for the programme: Distance-Learning Centre (OKNO)

Mode of studies: hybrid (classes on the campus & distance learning) 

Duration: 2 years

Starts in: February & October

Study plan

IMPORTANT – please read carefully:

This programme is offered in a hybrid mode, and thus it is intended only for applicants who do not need to apply for a student visa to Poland (e.g. they are EU/EFTA citizens, they are non-EU/non-EFTA citizens who already legally reside on the territory of Poland/the Schengen zone, they are from countries whose citizens can travel to Poland without visas: www.gov.pl/web/uae/list-of-countries-whose-citizens-can-travel-to-poland-without-visas).

Graduate qualifications

A graduate of the Applied Computer Science Programme possesses in-depth knowledge and skills in analysing the operation, design methods, modelling, construction, and maintenance of computer hardware and software, as well as in applying modern techniques for data processing, storage, and presentation using IT and multimedia tools.

The knowledge and skills acquired enable the graduate to quickly adapt to the dynamically evolving field of information technology. Graduates are able to analyse problems, draw conclusions, and make informed decisions. They are capable of teamwork as well as organising and managing team activities.

 Selected courses:

  • Business Process Modelling
  • IT Project Management
  • Data Warehousing and Visualisation
  • Sustainable Software Engineering at Scale
  • Ethical AI: From Principles to Practice

Career opportunities:

Graduates may find employment as researchers, software designers and developers, heads of programming teams, analysts and administrators of complex IT systems, designers, developers and administrators of computer networks, or specialists in information system security.

IMPORTANT – Schedule of the on-site sessions for the 1st semester of studies starting in February 2026:

A standard semester within the study programme delivered by the Distance-Learning Centre is divided into two half-semesters.

https://www.okno.pw.edu.pl/index.php/okno_en/Students/Academic-calendar
Detailed schedule for part-time distance-learning studies:
consultations, examinations, and holiday breaks in the academic year 2026/2027.

Event Date
Half-semester 1 – Autumn 01.10.2026 - 05.12.2026
First day of classes 01.10.2026
First on-site session 10.10.2026
Second on-site session 24.10.2026
First examination session 21.11.2026
Second examination session 05.12.2026
Half-semester 2 – Winter 07.12.2026 - 06.02.2027
First day of classes 07.12.2026
First on-site session 12.12.2026
Second on-site session 09.01.2027
First examination session 23.01.2027
Second examination session 06.02.2027
Winter break 24.12.2026 - 06.01.2027
Half-semester 3 – Spring 15.02.2027 - 24.04.2027
First day of classes 15.02.2027
First on-site session 27.02.2027
Second on-site session 13.03.2027
First examination session 10.04.2027
Second examination session 24.04.2027
Spring break 25.03.2027 - 30.03.2027
Half-semester 4 – Summer 26.04.2027 - 26.06.2027
First day of classes 26.04.2027
First on-site session 08.05.2027
Second on-site session 22.05.2027
First examination session 12.06.2027
Second examination session 26.06.2027
Resit session – first date 04.09.2027
Resit session – second date 11.09.2027