Thomas More University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor in Applied Computer Science
Geel, Belgium
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 9,000 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for non-EEA| no deadline for EEA
** for Non-EEA students | EEA students: €1116
Key Summary
About: Join Thomas More's Bachelor in Applied Computer Science to capture, manage, visualize and analyze big data. You'll use Python, Java, artificial intelligence (AI), SharePoint and ASP.NET while building data skills. The programme builds technical and collaborative abilities in software development, data analysis and information management. Thomas More, the largest university of applied sciences in Flanders, offers Dutch- and English-taught programmes and exchanges.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue business analyst, BI consultant, SAP developer, data consultant, project manager or continue master studies. International students can apply for a Search Year residence permit to extend stay in Belgium to 12 months.
On Thursday, September 17th, we will open the doors (and windows) of our campuses once again during our Online Open Day. Come along between 12.00 and 13.00 and/or 18.00 and 19.00 (Brussels time).
Join Thomas More’s Applied Computer Science programme, and become an expert in the fascinating world of technology used to capture, manage, visualise and analyse ‘big data’. This technology will allow you to replace existing, often inefficient, business processes with new technologies. With this goal in mind, students dive right into the wonderful world of Python, Java, Artificial Intelligence, SharePoint, Big Data, ASP.NET, etc.
Take your skills to the next level!
- You believe in the power of computers to change the world for the better.
- You have a pioneering spirit.
- You want to develop digital solutions for real-life problems.
- This education digs deep into the most cutting-edge fields of computer science.
- Discover artificial intelligence, the internet of things, cloud computing, and more.
- Apply in-depth application development skills to create innovations with impact.
- Unlock the full potential of programming languages (Python, PHP, Java, React, etc).
- Boost your soft and hard skills during your international studies and internship.
- Learn from multiple specialization tracks to develop your expertise.
- Work with experienced mentors and practitioners from the IT world.
- Expand your network, exchange ideas, and accelerate your personal and professional development.
- Uncover exciting career opportunities in a wide variety of sectors.
Structure
Phase 1 | Explore every aspect of IT from application development (Python, Java), web design, and data analysis (SQL) to computer networks and operating systems.
Phase 2 | Now take what you’ve learned and link it to the world of business. Learn to translate requirements into models, while preparing for specializations in:
- Artificial Intelligence: dive deeper into object-oriented programming.
- Programming: master languages like PHP, Java, WPF, and ASP.Net MVC.
- Process optimization: upgrade business processes with new technologies.
Phase 3 | Unlock the power of data via data gathering, data management, visualization, and analysis tools, while exploring enterprise content management tools like SharePoint. And bring it all together in a multi-disciplinary project for a real customer.
Courses
Visit the program webpage to get an overview of the courses (under reservation of changes), with the number of credits per phase. 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.
In practice
Time to put the theory into practice! Your 13-week internship will typically run from March to May during phase 3, giving you the chance to apply your skills to live projects at any number of partner IT firms. Our close working relationship with many companies guarantees you a foot in the door along with a wide range of projects to choose from. Ensuring there really is something for everyone.
And why not work on your international network at the same time and do your internship abroad? Our collaborative accords extend beyond the borders with partner companies in many countries including Brazil, Canada, Crete, Czech Republic, Ireland, Portugal, Sweden, and Thailand.
Personal coaching
In our educational program, we look beyond technical skills alone. We also pay a lot of attention to developing your business and communication skills. Skills are essential to surviving in the 21st century and thriving in an industry subject to constant change.
Every year, your own personal coach will follow your study trajectory and offer tips and guidelines where needed. He or she will coach you from the day you arrive up until you graduate as a talented IT professional, ready to conquer the world!
Go international
Broaden your horizons – literally – by studying a full year abroad or doing your internship within an international company. You’ll get to apply your skills in a different context and in a different language while learning what it takes to find your own feet and make your own way. Besides that, studying abroad is simply an exhilarating experience and one that will add real value to your CV!
We maintain close partnerships with universities of applied sciences in Ireland, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, and Finland where you can follow the first semester of phase three in English.
You can also choose to do a full year in Finland or Switzerland as part of our double degree program. So that when you finish your academic career, you’ll have degrees from Finland or Switzerland and Thomas More as well!
The job of your life
- Business Analyst
- Business Intelligence Consultant
- SAP Developer
- Data Consultant
- SharePoint Developer
- Project manager
Additional studies
Master (via switching programme)
- Toegepaste Informatica
- Information Management
- Industriële Wetenschappen
Working in Belgium
Search Year
International students can apply for a new residence permit status upon graduation and extend their stay in Belgium for up to 12 months to find work! Eager to launch your career in Belgium after your studies? No worries! We’re here to help you navigate the Search Year application process. Check also our program webpage for more insights!