Master's degree · Tbilisi, Georgia

Master of Computer Science

The Master of Computer Science at the University of Georgia is a two-year, four-semester degree taught entirely in English in Tbilisi, combining advanced software engineering with data-driven subjects such as machine learning and databases. It is worth considering because Georgia lets you complete a European-style master's degree at $4000 a year while living in a city where a modest monthly budget stretches a long way, and where the IT sector is actively hiring English-speaking staff.

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University: The University of Georgia (UG)
Level: Master's degree
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Language: English
Tuition: $4,000 per year
Next intake: Fall 2026

Who this program suits

This suits graduates with a computing, IT or closely related bachelor's degree who already write code and want a research-informed master's without the cost of Western Europe. It also fits working developers seeking a formal qualification for senior or architect roles. It is a poor fit if you have never programmed, if you want a purely business-oriented IT management degree, or if you need a lab-heavy hardware engineering specialisation.

What you study

Advanced algorithms, data structures and computational complexity
Software engineering methods, architecture and project management
Databases, data warehousing and large-scale data processing
Machine learning and artificial intelligence foundations
Computer networks, distributed systems and information security
Research methodology and a supervised master's thesis

Where it leads

Software engineer or senior developer in Georgian and international IT companies
Data analyst or machine learning engineer working with production datasets
Systems, network or security specialist in banking, telecoms or public sector IT
Technical lead or solution architect after a few years of practice
Doctoral study in computer science, in Georgia or abroad
The degree is a Georgian state-recognised master's; if you plan to use it for employment or further study in another country, check that country's recognition procedure yourself

What it costs

Tuition is $4000 per academic year, so roughly $8000 across the two years of the programme. Living in Tbilisi typically costs around $300-450 a month for a shared or modest rented flat, food, transport and mobile data — meaning a realistic full-year budget of roughly $7,600-9,400 including tuition. Budget separately for your visa, residence permit and travel.

What the university asks for

The University asks for your bachelor's degree diploma, your transcript of records showing the subjects and grades completed, and the pages of your passport carrying your personal details, photograph and signature. Your prior degree should be in computer science or a related field. Documents are reviewed for authenticity and equivalence, so send clear, complete scans and keep the originals available.

❇️ Bachelor's Degree Diploma
❇️ Transcript of records
❇️ Passport - the page(s) with your personal information, photo, and signature.

Questions students ask

Can I join if my bachelor's degree is not in computer science?

Applicants are expected to hold a bachelor's degree in computing or a closely related field. If your background is in mathematics, engineering or physics with substantial programming, submit your transcript for review — the decision rests on the subjects and credits it shows.

Is the whole programme taught in English?

Yes. Lectures, coursework, examinations and the master's thesis in this programme are delivered and assessed in English, so you do not need Georgian to study. Learning some Georgian is still useful for daily life and for part-time work in Tbilisi.

When does the next group start and how long is the degree?

The next intake is Spring 2026. The programme runs two academic years across four semesters, with the final semester weighted towards your thesis, so plan on finishing in the second half of the 2027–2028 academic period.