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Computer Science

KU Leuven
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Overview
KU Leuven’s Master of Engineering: Computer Science uses a committee review of a complete file. The program emphasizes prior academic background and transcript strength, plus a motivation letter, GRE, and English proficiency.

Admission criteria

PortfolioLow

No portfolio is requested or evaluated for this program.

Bar to clear: Not used by this program

Statement of PurposeMedium

The committee reviews the statement of motivation to understand fit for the program and the applicant’s reasons for applying.

Bar to clear: One A4-page motivation letter

Academics & GPAHigh

The program gives clear weight to the quality of the bachelor’s programme and past academic performance as shown in official transcripts; it expects an academic bachelor’s in computer science/engineering with strong mathematics.

Bar to clear: Academic bachelor’s in CS/engineering with strong mathematics and a solid transcript

Test scoresHigh

A GRE score is required unless exempted for holders of degrees from the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, and English proficiency is required through accepted tests.

Bar to clear: GRE required; IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL iBT 79+

Application components

Official transcripts / academic recordsStatement of motivationGRE score reportEnglish proficiency certificate
How to stand out
→Show strong mathematics and CS coursework in your transcript.
→Write a focused motivation letter that matches your background to the program’s software-engineering focus.
→Submit a GRE score unless you qualify for the stated exemption.
→Use an accepted English test and meet at least the published minimum score.
Source confidence
92%Well sourced
Sources
Applications - Faculty of Engineering Science
eng.kuleuven.be/en/study/masters/computer-science/applications
States admission is based on a complete file and names the criteria: bachelor’s quality, transcripts, GRE, statement of motivation, and English proficiency.
Master of Engineering: Computer Science (Leuven) - Admission requirements
onderwijsaanbod.kuleuven.be/opleidingen/e/SC_52364422/toelatingsvoorwaarden?ids=admissionint2025
Gives the academic background expected, requires GRE, and says applications are evaluated by KU Leuven Admissions Office and the program director.
English Proficiency Tests - Applications
www.kuleuven.be/english/study/apply/language-requirements/english-proficiency-tests
Lists accepted English tests and minimum scores: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS Academic 6.5, and Cambridge/ITACE options.
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