Program Overview
The Information Systems at University of Jyv\xc3\xa4skyl\xc3\xa4 is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Information Systems programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Finland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Jyväskylä, Finland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Information Systems programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Compulsory IS Core Courses
- Elective Major Subject Studies
- Compulsory Thesis Studies, incl. Thesis and Thesis Seminar
- Finnish languag
- English language
- Students are free to choose courses across the University subject to course/ level/ subject specific prerequisites.
- Examples include: preparatory or advanced level language courses in various languages offered by the Language Centre, multidisciplinary module on Learning, Human Development and Wellbeing and Creating Careers Lecture Series just to mention a few.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Ranking of applicants based on the application documents as follows:
1. Grade point average of the undergraduate degree\xc2\xa0
2. Grade of the Bachelor\xc2\x92s/ undergraduate thesis\xc2\xa0
3. Motivation letter
Eligibility
- An undergraduate academic degree with at least good* grade point average in a related field, e.g. Management Information Systems, Information Systems, Informatics, Computer Information Systems; Information Systems Engineering; Business Information Systems; or Wirtschaftsinformatik, including sufficient (c. 30 ECTS) studies in business and economics. Very good applicants without adequate background in business and economics may be accepted with the requirement for complementary studies (Basic Business Studies).
- An applicable undergraduate academic degree relevant to the field of the programme, including adequate basic studies (c. 30 ECTS) in Information Systems / IT management.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Jyv\xc3\xa4skyl\xc3\xa4 directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Jyväskylä
University of Jyväskylä
Jyväskylän yliopisto, Finland
University of Jyväskylä is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120