Master's Programme in Responsible Information Systems Development
Only with degrees from outside of Finland.
The Master’s Programme in Responsible Information Systems Development focuses on developing advanced knowledge and expertise for the digital transformation of business processes and the development of responsible information systems. In this programme, you will learn how to apply engineering principles to transform and modernise digital assets of business and industry.
The programme builds expertise in software and service design and redesign, business process re-engineering and digitalisation for modern businesses, and industry workflow digitalisation.
The programme is designed for students who have completed at least 24 ECTS credits in computer science or related fields (IT/IS or software engineering) but do not have a bachelor's degree in those fields. The programme develops professional skills and provides opportunities for students to engage in and develop skills for research.
The programme's basic courses can be completed remotely, but the attendance requirements of advanced and elective studies vary. Students should prepare to attend classes on campus as needed.
Admissions guide 2026
What will you learn in the programme?
As a graduate of the Master’s Programme in Responsible Information Systems Development, you will know how to analyse digital business models and value creation practices and develop them by re-engineering processes and services.
You will also be able to evaluate the business impact and cost benefits of digitalisation for individuals, organisations, society, and the world, and design supporting enterprise architectures.
Degree structure and studies
The programme content includes core studies in software engineering models and methods, requirements engineering, user experience design, and research design methods. Advanced specialisation studies cover topics such as ethical and responsible software development, business process redesign and digitalisation for modern businesses, enterprise data management and information modelling, cloud-based information systems and emerging platforms, governance and regulatory compliance of information systems, enterprise architecture and systems integration, knowledge management, data-driven solutions development for organisational decision-making, and the security and privacy of information systems.
Minor studies are available in industrial engineering and management, embedded systems and communications, international business and management, business analytics, or Finnish language and culture.
