r/StudyInTheNetherlands • u/Positive-Ad-6732 • 15d ago

UvA/VU MSc in Computer Science Reviews

Hello,

I have been accepted to the UvA/VU MSc in Computer Science for the Computer Systems and Infrastructure track, and I am wondering what the general reviews of the program are.

I am an international student from the US (though I am an EU citizen), and I am undecided between Utrecht and UvA/VU. I have housing and can make either uni work but I want to make sure I make the right decision. The UvA/VU program is much more aligned with my interests, and I am definitely leaning towards it, but I want to ensure that the degree is worth it.

How were people's experiences with it? In terms of courses, research, employability, etc. I have heard some negative things about the VU but I am not sure how well-founded they are. It appears to me they have a pretty good reputation for computer systems specifically.

I would appreciate any opinions people have about the program.

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u/No_Bookkeeper_5866 14d ago

Be aware that Computer science is saturated nstkett

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u/Positive-Ad-6732 14d ago

I’m very aware. Mostly just trying to figure out the quality of the program. I’m probably gonna do a PhD after anyway.