Overview

The Information Technology degree at Centria University of Applied Sciences equips you with essential skills in software engineering and communications, starting from the basics—no prior IT experience required. You’ll gain expertise in programming, software design, project management, and key industry tools like Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Microsoft Visual Studio, Jira, and Git. With a practical focus and access to real-world projects, this program prepares you for diverse IT roles, from software developer to engineer, in a growing and dynamic field.

Careers

Software designer

Software engineer

R&D Engineer

IT Manager

Security expert

Network Systems Administrator

Network specialist or

CEO of your own start-up company.

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Programme Structure

At Centria UAS, you’ll gain hands-on experience through real-life projects and practical training, allowing you to build expertise in actual work settings and connect with potential employers. You’ll also develop your skills in our software factory and IT lab. The Information Technology engineering degree spans 240 ECTS credits over four years, including core, specialized, and optional studies, work placement, and a thesis.

Core competence 155 ECTS

Career building
Mathematics
Sciences
Language studies and Communication Skills
Business skills
Information technology studies
Fundamentals of programming
Software engineering
Web development
Electronics and Internet of Things

Profiling competence 85 ECTS

Enabling technologies
Advanced professional studies
Optional studies

Practical training 30 ECTS

Bachelor’s Thesis 15 ECTS

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Kokkola, Finland
Jakobstad, Finland

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 8 other Bachelors in Software Engineering 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

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60

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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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Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

9500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9500 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Kokkola

700 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Other requirements

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Living costs for Kokkola

Funding

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