Program Overview
The Information Technology (IMPIT) at University of Eastern Finland is a Master 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 Technology (IMPIT) 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 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Joensuu, Finland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Information Technology (IMPIT) 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
- [\'Introduction to Statistical Inference 1\', \'MSc personal study plan\', \'Design and Analysis of Algorithms\', \'IMPIT-seminar\', "Master\'s Project in Computer Science \\xa0(IT-project)", \'MSc thesis and maturity exam\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Our admission process aims at fair selection of high-quality applicants. Anybody satisfying the admission requirements is eligible to apply.
Each applicant must meet the following criteria
- B.Sc. degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Communications Engineering or equivalent degree\xc2\xa0corresponding at least three years of full-time higher education academic studies.
- The degree should include enough studies in computer science completed at excellent levels. The basic prerequisites are: programming skills and knowledge about the theoretical foundations of computer science, data structures and algorithms.
- Conditional acceptance is possible if the applicant will finish the B.Sc. degree by August 15. Provisional B.Sc certificate is accepted if issuing of the final B.Sc certificate is delayed due to administrational reasons.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Eastern Finland 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 Eastern Finland
University of Eastern Finland
Joensuu, Finland
The University of Eastern Finland is a university in Finland, which was founded in 2010 and has campuses in Joensuu and Kuopio.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2013-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months