Master’s Degree Programme in Information Technology is a two-year programme for both Finnish and foreign students, who have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent discipline. The programme is worth of 120 ECTS credits and includes coursework of 90 ECTS credits and a Master’s thesis of 30 ECTS credits, leading to a Master of Science in Technology degree.
Degree structure in Information Technology
The Aims of the Master’s Degree Programme
The aim of the Master’s Degree Programme is to prepare the student professionally and academically in those areas of information technology, which are required in positions in industry. Another aim of the Master’s Degree Programme is to provide the student with the readiness to undertake post-graduate studies and independent studies in some area of information technology.
Professional Scope of the Master’s Degree Programme
The professional scope of the Master’s Degree Programme is diverse and rapidly developing. Information systems in industry form a key area in which information processing and telecommunication is combined. Depending on the chosen field of specialisation, the graduate’s tasks may include software design and implementation, product design and development as well as specific application of information technology, computational modelling and electronics in monitoring, design and control of production systems. Furthermore, a graduate may also work in the field of research, consulting, sales, and teaching as well as their own business.