Overview

This Information Technology from Centria University of Applied Sciences provides you with extensive knowledge in software engineering and communications. The studies start from the basics, so previous knowledge or experience in the IT sector is not required. During your first two years of study, you will build a strong foundation in engineering sciences and information technology, covering essential skills such as the foundations of computing, fundamentals of programming, software development, cybersecurity, and other supportive competences. In the later stages of your studies, you will deepen your professional expertise and focus more strongly on your chosen specialisation.

Career opportunities:

The world needs more skilled IT experts, and therefore our students have excellent work opportunities ahead of themselves. The degree programme in Information Technology gives the freshly graduated IT engineer the readiness to work in versatile positions in different companies in Finland and abroad.

IT Engineers have a wide range of working possibilities. The most used occupational titles are

Software designer
Software engineer
R&D Engineer
IT Manager
Security expert
Network Systems Administrator
Network specialist or
CEO of your start-up company.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamentals of programming
Software development
Cybersecurity
Mathematics and natural sciences
Language and communication skills
ICT business skills

Sustainable Software Engineering
Smart Devices and Solutions

Complementary professional courses
Optional studies
Capstone project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

More details

Next application periods for an Autumn start:

Rolling application 31 October - 31 May
Joint application 7 - 21 January

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

60

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kokkola, Finland
Jakobstad, Finland

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 21 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) in Finland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

60

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

the studies required for graduating from the Finnish upper secondary school or a Matriculation Ex-amination;

an International Baccalaureate (IB) degree;

a European Baccalaureate (EB) Diploma;

a Reifeprüfung (RP) or Deutsche Internationale Abitur (DIA) degree;

a Finnish vocational upper secondary qualification covering 120 credits or 180 competence points or a corresponding earlier Finnish vocational degree covering at least 80 credits;

a Finnish post-secondary or higher vocational level diploma;

a Finnish vocational upper secondary qualification or a further or specialist vocational qualification as a competence-based qualification, or a comparable previous qualification;

a foreign qualification that provides eligibility for higher education studies in the country in question;

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

9500 EUR / year

≈ 9500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Karleby

Finland

700 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Karleby

Funding

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