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Applied Computer Science

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Applied Computer Science

Take your skills to the next level!

  • You believe in the power of computers to change the world for the better.
  • Dig deeper into the most cutting-edge fields of computer science: from artificial intelligence and internet of things to cloud computing and more.
  • Apply your pioneering spirit to develop digital solutions to real-life problems.
  • Acquire the in-depth application development skills you need to develop real innovations with real-world impact.
  • Learn how to unlock the full potential of Python, PHP, Java, React, WSP.NET and other programming languages.
  • Boost your soft and hard skills during your international studies and internship.
  • Join Electronics and ICT students at our IT Factory to expand your network, exchange ideas and accelerate your personal and professional development.
  • Choose from multiple specialisation tracks to develop your expertise in collaboration with experienced mentors and practitioners from the IT world.
  • Uncover exciting career opportunities in a wide variety of sectors.

Practical information

  • Admission requirements

    See specific prerequisites for each course.

  • Where

    On campus

  • Tuition fee

    Exchange Students from partner universities where both schools have signed and Inter-Institutional Agreement (IIA) or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) don't have to pay tuition fees.

  • Conditions

    You must be studying at one of our partner institutions. You must be nominated by your home coordinator and accepted by the exchange programme at Thomas More (see admission procedure for exchange students).

  • Language requirements

    English B2

  • Erasmus code

    B GEEL07

Are you passionate about people and interested in different disciplines and cultures? Do you aim high and have what it takes to make a difference? Are you ready to shape the future? Do you have an open mind? Do opportunities and challenges trigger you to do more?

Become a STAR @ Thomas More

STAR-track is a multi-disciplinary exchange semester in English. Team up with students with a different cultural and study background. A STAR semester consists of a total of 30ECTS which combines 15ECTS professional skills in your field of expertise with 15 ECTS future proof skills of your choice.

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Programme

​​​Autumn semester: September - January | Spring semester: February - June

  • Get nominated by your home institution before 1 May | 15 October.
  • Apply by 15 May | 30 October (application procedure will be sent by email only to nominated students).
  • Receive your acceptance letter and further information in June | November.
  • Welcome at Thomas More in September | February.

The academic year in a nutshell

Below you can find an overview of the courses (under reservation of changes), with the number of credits per course. Credits express how many hours you need on average to process the subject matter (incl. lessons). Count about 25 to 30 hours for 1 study credit.

  • We have explained the most important courses in a blue tooltip.  
  • The combination of courses can be restricted by planning issues and needs to be communicated beforehand.
  • Courses marked with a * are offered fully online. This means you don't have to physically come to Belgium to take these courses.
  • Would you like to know the detailed content of each subject? Check the programme guide.
  • Students take a min. of 24 ECTS.
Code ECTS Autumn Spring
Applied Computer Science (ACS) - Electronics-ICT (Phase 1)
Data Essentials i Z26302 6 x
Operating Systems Z26297 6 x
Programming Essentials Z15793 6 x
Webdesign Essentials Z15798 6 x
Cloud & DevOps Z26300 3 x
Full Stack Essentials Z26303 3 x
IoT Essentials Z15799 6 x
Network Essentials Z26298 6 x
OO Development Z26301 3 x
Security Essentials Z16466 3 x
Communication Skills Z26304 6 x
ACS - Artificial Intelligence (Phase 2)
Web Applications in PHP i Z25830 4 x
Requirements Analysis Z25827 8 x
Data Science Z16468 3 x
DevOps & Security Z25831 3 x
Intercultural Communication Z26305 3 x
Linux Webservices Z25829 3 x
Data Visualisation Z26306 3 x
Artificial Intelligence Z26307 3 x
Business Processes & ITIL Z25834 5 x
Entrepeneurship Z25826 4 x
Java Advanced Z25835 4 x
.NET Development Z25838 6 x
Project PHP Z25836 5 x
UML Z25837 3 x
ACS - Artificial Intelligence (Phase 3)
Big Data i Z15808 3 x
Business Intelligence Project Z15809 3 x
Code ECTS Autumn Spring
Enterprise Content Services Z13992 4 x
Data Engineering Z13993 4 x
Artificial Intelligence Project Z15810 5 x
Cloud AI 3 x
Electronics-ICT - Cloud & Cyber Security (Phase 3)
Cloud Technology i Z13969 4 x
Cyber Security & Security Operation Center Z25513 9 x
Cloud Engineering Z16456 6 x
Electronics-ICT - Internet of Things (Phase 3)
Smart Environments Project  Z15778 4 x
ACS & Electronics-ICT (Phase 3) i
Bachelor Portfolio/Thesis Z25526 4 x
Internship Z25527 20 x x
Future proof courses Star-Track (Phase 1,2,3)
Summer School: Lowering barriers for minority groups in retail i Z16184 3 x
Startup Bootcamp Social & Climate Impact Z25777 3 x
Project Case i Z15589 5 x
Intercultural communication Z14469 5 x
Coaching Z14436 5 x
Survival Dutch i Z13456 3 x
First Aid i Z25930 3 x
Global Interprofessional Collaboration in Health Care Z26033 3 x
Startup Bootcamp International (Afrika) Disruptive Tour i Z15302 3 x x
Innovation lab i Z15305 6 x
Innovation lab i Z15304 6 x
Startup Bootcamp Business Z15365 3 x
Summer School Health & Chemistry Z26445 3 x
Tackling Global Challenges (COIL) Z16183 3 x
VirCamp: Social & Impact Entrepreneurship in an international perspective Z25807 10 x
Survival Dutch i Z13455 3 x

Your evaluation will be based on group work, presentations, tests,…

​​​Autumn semester: September - January | Spring semester: February - June

  • Get nominated by your home institution before 1 May | 15 October.
  • Apply by 15 May | 30 October (application procedure will be sent by email only to nominated students).
  • Receive your acceptance letter and further information in June | November.
  • Welcome at Thomas More in September | February.

The academic year in a nutshell

Below you can find an overview of the courses (under reservation of changes), with the number of credits per course. Credits express how many hours you need on average to process the subject matter (incl. lessons). Count about 25 to 30 hours for 1 study credit.

  • We have explained the most important courses in a blue tooltip.  
  • The combination of courses can be restricted by planning issues and needs to be communicated beforehand.
  • Courses marked with a * are offered fully online. This means you don't have to physically come to Belgium to take these courses.
  • Would you like to know the detailed content of each subject? Check the programme guide.
  • Students take a min. of 24 ECTS.
Code ECTS Autumn Spring
Applied Computer Science (ACS) - Electronics-ICT (Phase 1)
Data Essentials i Z26302 6 x
Operating Systems Z26297 6 x
Programming Essentials Z15793 6 x
Webdesign Essentials Z15798 6 x
Cloud & DevOps Z26300 3 x
Full Stack Essentials Z26303 3 x
IoT Essentials Z15799 6 x
Network Essentials Z26298 6 x
OO Development Z26301 3 x
Security Essentials Z16466 3 x
Communication Skills Z26304 6 x
ACS - Artificial Intelligence (Phase 2)
Web Applications in PHP i Z25830 4 x
Requirements Analysis Z25827 8 x
Data Science Z16468 3 x
DevOps & Security Z25831 3 x
Intercultural Communication Z26305 3 x
Linux Webservices Z25829 3 x
Data Visualisation Z26306 3 x
Artificial Intelligence Z26307 3 x
Business Processes & ITIL Z25834 5 x
Entrepeneurship Z25826 4 x
Java Advanced Z25835 4 x
.NET Development Z25838 6 x
Project PHP Z25836 5 x
UML Z25837 3 x
ACS - Artificial Intelligence (Phase 3)
Big Data i Z15808 3 x
Business Intelligence Project Z15809 3 x
Code ECTS Autumn Spring
Enterprise Content Services Z13992 4 x
Data Engineering Z13993 4 x
Artificial Intelligence Project Z15810 5 x
Cloud AI 3 x
Electronics-ICT - Cloud & Cyber Security (Phase 3)
Cloud Technology i Z13969 4 x
Cyber Security & Security Operation Center Z25513 9 x
Cloud Engineering Z16456 6 x
Electronics-ICT - Internet of Things (Phase 3)
Smart Environments Project  Z15778 4 x
ACS & Electronics-ICT (Phase 3) i
Bachelor Portfolio/Thesis Z25526 4 x
Internship Z25527 20 x x
Future proof courses Star-Track (Phase 1,2,3)
Summer School: Lowering barriers for minority groups in retail i Z16184 3 x
Startup Bootcamp Social & Climate Impact Z25777 3 x
Project Case i Z15589 5 x
Intercultural communication Z14469 5 x
Coaching Z14436 5 x
Survival Dutch i Z13456 3 x
First Aid i Z25930 3 x
Global Interprofessional Collaboration in Health Care Z26033 3 x
Startup Bootcamp International (Afrika) Disruptive Tour i Z15302 3 x x
Innovation lab i Z15305 6 x
Innovation lab i Z15304 6 x
Startup Bootcamp Business Z15365 3 x
Summer School Health & Chemistry Z26445 3 x
Tackling Global Challenges (COIL) Z16183 3 x
VirCamp: Social & Impact Entrepreneurship in an international perspective Z25807 10 x
Survival Dutch i Z13455 3 x

Your evaluation will be based on group work, presentations, tests,…

Eyecatchers

A unique approach

The IT Factory is unique in Flanders and tuned in on the Internet of Things (r)evolution. Based on feedback from IT partners who do not only need skilled specialists but also specialists with a good base knowledge of IT, we have 5 specialisations providing a flavour for everyone!

A lot of hands on learning

We do not just teach theory, but learn a lot by actual hands on lessons, assignments and workshops. You’ll get the opportunity to work on cool projects provided by one of our many IT partners to get a realistic view on working as an IT professional.

Jobs assured

Your future is safe! Since there’s a real shortage of IT professionals, a lot of our students have a job offering in hand when they graduate, or even before they graduate!

Got questions?

Tinne Van Echelpoel

For all your questions on the content of the programme & the learning agreement.
tinne.vanechelpoel@thomasmore.be +32 476 68 51 72
International Office

Hannelore Vervoort

For all your questions on the application procedure & practical arrangements.

incoming@thomasmore.be +32 14 56 21 56
International Office

Inge Vervoort

Head of the International Office
Coordinator of the STAR-Track Programme

inge.vervoort@thomasmore.be +32 14 74 05 54
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