Program Overview
The Software at University of Oulu 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 Software 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 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Oulu, Finland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Software 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
- system design methods\nfor information systems
- open source software\ndevelopment
- service design
- organisational change
- software engineering\nmanagement, measurement, and improvement
- information security\npolicy management
- software business\nissues
- research methods
- project management
- optional studies based\non personal interests
- business
- computer science
- wireless communications engineering
- electrical engineering
- software engineering
- information systems
- human-computer interaction issues
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The applicant should have a university level Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree, or equivalent university level degree, suitable for studies in information processing science, with good grades (average 3,0 on scale 1-5). The degree may be from abroad or from other Finnish research universities or from Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS).
- The programme is ideal for applicants who have background in Software Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, Computer Engineering or nearby studies.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Oulu 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 Oulu
University of Oulu
Oulu, Finland
University of Oulu 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 2024-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months