Constructor Institute of Technology
Constructor Group is a global institution founded in 2019 by Dr. Serg Bell, a long-time tech and education entrepreneur and investor.
Studying at Constructor Institute of Technology:
Constructor Institute of Technology in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, as part of the Constructor ecosystem, operates with a shared purpose: driving transformative advancements in education, science, and technology. The Institute focuses on excellence in teaching and academic research to actively contribute to meaningful societal and economic changes.
Collaborating with renowned institutions such as University of Geneva and the National University of Singapore, the Institute offers advanced programs at the master, Ph.D., and postdoctoral levels.
The qualifications of our esteemed professors, coming from ETH-Zurich, Univ. of Geneva, Politecnico Milano..etc
Constructor Group consists of:
- Constructor Knowledge: A provider of education services with education tools, worldwide traditional and online educational services for people of any age through its various affiliates. Constructor Knowledge also provides advisory and strategic services to education customers, including student recruitment, communications, and marketing support.
- Constructor Technology: Software company delivering advanced tech solutions, platforms, and infrastructures for research and education.
- Constructor Capital: Extending early-stage funding for science, technology, and digital transformation projects, to ensure that promising ideas and ventures receive the necessary support to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Academic Scholarships:
Candidates who apply by the advertised deadlines will receive priority consideration in the post-admission review process for academic merit-based tuition scholarships. These awards are in the form of partial tuition awards, a % rate of reduced tuition (20%, 33%, 50%, and will be reflected on prospective tuition invoices).
A limited number of highly competitive full tuition academic scholarships are also available each year. These are typically awarded to the most outstanding candidates from among those who have a Bachelor’s in computer science / computer engineering / informatics for the (and/or in Bachelor in Physics or Mathematics, for the Quantum Software Engineering program).
As decisions are made on a rolling basis, priority is given to those who apply early!
Tuition Payment Schedule:
- Deposit: 1,000 CHF upon acceptance of offer (within a few weeks of admission). This is applied as a credit and will appear as a reduction on the first-year tuition invoice.
- First Payment: Before the first term begins (by end of September)
- Second Payment: Before the second term begins (by end of January)
Computer Science, Software Engineering and Leadership
Master of Science – Graduate Program
Key Facts:- Tech & Business Curriculum
- 60% Science & Technology blend
- 40% Management & Leadership modules
- Software Engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence
- Quantum Technologies
- 12 to 18 students per program
- 30% female
- Alumni from 25+ countries
- Hybrid delivery (F2F and online – all classes are live broadcast & recorded on Zoom)
- Part-time option for local CH/EU students
- Design new products, apps or solutions for industry & society in the capstone class
- Joint research with industry
- Optional summer internships
- Academic: Guided research on topics of your highest interest
- Applied: Live project create/deliver a “solution” for a company Startup: Create your own product/servicea
Quantum Software Engineering and Computer Science
Master of Science – Graduate Program
To prepare students for the role of leaders in research and industry, the QSECS master’s program provides a strong software engineering curriculum that covers development and management, and core technical courses in quantum technology. The main areas of research are:
- Software Engineering
- Quantum Technologies
Constructor Institute of Technology multi-country setup prepares graduates to play a key role in today’s global and multi-ethnic societies. While many students join the technology industry in high-profile roles, the QSECS program also serves as an excellent preparation for Ph.D. research in software engineering, quantum technologies, AI, and other advanced topics. The main topics covered are:
- Advances in Software Engineering
- Quantum Informatics
- Capstone Project
- Agile Product Development & Design
- Entrepreneurship and INtrapreneurship
Courses are taught by experts in the field, including permanent Constructor faculty and guest lecturers from various companies. The program mode is hybrid, allowing students to participate in lectures on-site, online, and in a hybrid way, as they are broadcasted and recorded simultaneously. Among others, a substantial advantage of hybrid pedagogy is it allows the students to start the program before their visa process is completed.
Career opportunities:The master’s in computer science, Software Engineering and Leadership allows you to graduate with the skills needed to drive innovation in industry, academia, or through your own startup. Through interdisciplinary learning and the development of strong skills in various functional areas, the knowledge gained throughout the master’s program will not only guide you to the career of your choice but will allow you to stand out as an exceptional candidate.
With scientifically up-to-date course content, the skills and knowledge required by the industry needs of today and tomorrow are expertly met. CSSEL students profit from unique opportunities such as employment through our network, research project participation, and opportunities to access the EU and Swiss job markets.
Future leadership jobs:- Chief Architect (CA): A crucial and active horizontal role to drive the technology delivery roadmap across the organization.
- Chief Product Officer (CPO): A strategic leader, visionary, and team supervisor of new-generation product management in which quantum, computer science, business, and innovation are combined.
- Chief Program Officer (CPO): A new leader who focuses on program value flow and delivery, stakeholder communication, cadence and planning, cross-team collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Chief Development Officer (CDO): A strategic leader who shapes an enabling engineering environment – people, structure, agile processes, and tools.
- Chief Security Officer (CSO): A transformational leader who takes a "bodyguard" approach rather than a "gatekeeper" one.
Ph.D. at Constructor Institute of Technology
The Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) is the highest degree conferred by Constructor Institute of Technology. It is an introduction to the excitement and challenges of scientific research and an essential step for pursuing an academic career. The Ph.D. program covers exciting research areas such as AI-based software engineering, software verification, quantum computing, smart cities, the Internet of Things, and many others. Obtaining a Ph.D. grants students the title of Doctor upon successfully defending their thesis.
The program helps students conduct multidisciplinary research, gain deep scientific knowledge, and develop practical skills essential for their future scientific or industrial career: academic writing, communication and networking, and self-presentation at conferences and symposiums.
At Constructor Institute of Technology, we follow the practices and standards of top research universities while emphasizing our core values of openness, innovation, and closeness to industry.
Research areas:- Computer Science, Software Engineering and Leadership
- Quantum Software Engineering and Computer Science
- Smart Software Engineering
- Smart Software Engineering and Leadership
- Quantum communication (with Wolfgang Tittel and Nicolas Gisin)
Living in Schaffhausen:
Schaffhausen, known as the gateway to the Rhine Falls, boasts a charming old town, the Munot fortress, and proximity to Stein am Rhein, while Zurich offers attractions like the Old Town, Kunsthaus Zürich, and Lake Zurich.
- Rhine Falls: Europe's largest waterfall, a major tourist attraction, located on the High Rhine.
- Schaffhausen Old Town: A beautifully preserved medieval town with bay windows and guild houses.
- Munot Fortress: The city's landmark, offering panoramic views of the old town.
- Stein am Rhein: A charming, historic town with a well-preserved old town center, located east of the border between Germany and Switzerland.
- IWC Museum: A museum dedicated to the history of the watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen.
