Master Informatique — Visual Computing (VICO)

Master Informatique — Visual Computing (VICO), delivered by Nantes Université in Nantes, France, is a master's degree in computer science specializing in visual computing. This area of computer science covers the methods used to generate, process, and analyze visual information, including computer graphics, image processing, computer vision, and related techniques for creating and interpreting visual content on computers. Students typically study topics such as 3D modeling and rendering, image and video processing, computer vision algorithms, and the mathematical foundations underlying these techniques, alongside general computer science training in programming and algorithm design. Coursework often includes practical projects involving the development of graphics or vision applications, such as image analysis tools, visualization systems, or interactive 3D content. Graduates commonly pursue careers as software engineers specializing in graphics or computer vision, roles in the video game and animation industries, or positions in companies developing imaging, visualization, or augmented and virtual reality technologies. Some continue into research roles in computer graphics or computer vision. The program is taught in French, consistent with the standard language of instruction at French universities, and runs over two years, matching the typical duration of a French master's degree. The expected start date is September, and yearly tuition is 250 EUR, in line with the public tuition rate at institutions such as Nantes Université. This track suits students with an interest in the technical side of visual technology, from how images and 3D content are generated and rendered to how computers can be trained to interpret visual information, skills relevant to sectors including entertainment, design, and imaging technology.