Overview

In the Information Technology degree delivered by the Arcada University of Applied Sciences you will learn software development with an emphasis on intelligent robotics. By the time you graduate, you will have a solid understanding of the interaction between programming and artificial intelligence. You will know how to design and develop web apps, build different kinds of cloud-based services, and much more. The studies focus on artificial intelligence, the development and application of data analysis, information visualization, and prognosis.

What you will learn

The structuring, processing, visualizing, and analysis of Big Data

Software development with an emphasis on artificial intelligence

The planning and development of software for web-, mobile-, and cloud-based services

Graphic web design and user interfaces

Examples of future positions

Programmer

Software Engineer

Fullstack-developer

Web developer

Project leader

Analyst

This program gives you the tools to work in a rapidly expanding field with great opportunities for advancement in major international corporations. As an IT-engineer, you will work with executives, consultants, and consumers, playing an important role in driving technological innovation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional Communication

Programming & Applied Natural Sciences

Web & Visualization

Development studies

Service Oriented Architectures & Development Practices

Please note: As this is a new degree programme, Arcada will offer only first year courses in the academic year 2025-2026. This means that it is not possible to apply for a transfer of credits. If you have any questions, please contact admissions@arcada.fi.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-21 00:00:00

More details

Separate application: 13 Nov –21 May (the application may close earlier in case all study places have been filled)
Joint application: 7–21 Jan (for applicants who have a Finnish or international – IB, EB, RP, DIA – diploma)

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

51

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Credits

240 ECTS

Please note: As this is a new degree programme, Arcada will offer only first year courses in the academic year 2025-2026. This means that it is not possible to apply for a transfer of credits. If you have any questions, please contact admissions@arcada.fi.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Helsinki, Finland

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Data Science & Big Data 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

79

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PTE Academic

51

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Other requirements

General requirements

This programme accepts OMPT as a mathematics admission test. Depending on your academic background, you may be required to take an OMPT assessment as part of the admission process.

Educational background: An educational certificate/diploma that gives you eligibility for higher education studies in the country in which it was completed

Selection method: A SAT or OMPT test score that meets Arcada's requirements.

Language criteria: An English language certificate or other accepted proof of English language skills.

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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

9800 EUR / year

≈ 9800 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Helsinki

Finland

975 - 1584 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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