Masters in Engineering Programs in Finland: Top 19

1 Bioproducts Engineering​, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• Fees€34,000
• Research citations3,642,765

Bioproducts Engineering is a Master of Science (Technology) programme that studies how wood, plant fibres and other bio-based resources become renewable products. The programme covers molecular-level science, circular bioeconomy, biorefineries and advanced biomaterials. It includes hands-on laboratory work and industry projects.The two-year programme totals 120 ECTS credits. Major studies take 60–65 ECTS credits, elective studies 25–30 ECTS credits and the master’s thesis 30 ECTS credits. Required and specialisation courses are completed in the first year. The second year is for elective studies and the master’s thesis. Students can choose electives from Aalto or other universities in Finland and abroad.Aalto University says the programme prepares students for PhD-level studies. Students can specialise in Biomass Refining, Packaging, Wood or Textiles, or take courses from all four specialisations. Major studiesElective studiesMaster’s thesis

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2 Electronics, Master of Science (Technology)

University of Oulu

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• Startsspring
• Fees€20,000
• Research citations5,983,893

EUR-ACE accredited master’s programme in Electronics combines theory and practice in electronics components, measurement technologies and applications for ICT technology. The programme covers electronics design, electronics materials and components, and photonics and measurement technology. It is based on the work of the Circuits and Systems, Microelectronics, and Opto-Electronics and Measurement Techniques research units.The degree is 120 ECTS credits and takes two years. Students choose one of three specialisation fields in the first semester: Electronics Design, Electronics Materials and Components, or Future Electronics and Measurement Techniques. The studies include mandatory advanced practical training, advanced and elective studies, a maturity test, an MSc thesis seminar, and an MSc thesis. The programme also includes mandatory Finnish language studies, and students create an electronic personal study plan at the start of their studies.University of Oulu says the programme prepares students for work in ICT-related research and development, management, and entrepreneurship. It also leads to doctoral studies in electronics and communications engineering. Electronics DesignElectronics Materials and ComponentsFuture Electronics and Measurement Techniques

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3 Chemical and Process Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 yrs + 2 yrs), LUT University, Lappeenranta

Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration5 years
• StartsRolling admission
• Fees€60,000
• Research citations1,318,479

This Chemical and Process Engineering programme at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT is for students interested in natural sciences, chemistry, or technology. It focuses on sustainable production and the circular economy. Students study how to develop sustainable and energy-efficient solutions, with practical laboratory exercises and industrial-scale applications. The programme also covers design processes and equipment using modern simulation tools, product development, operational tasks, process safety, and quality control.The degree is taught in English and planned as 5 years of study. It is organised as a Bachelor of Science in Technology for 3 years and a Master of Science in Technology for 2 years. After completing the bachelor's degree, students can continue automatically to a related master's programme without a new application.

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4 Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree Programme in Radiation and its Effects on MicroElectronics and Photonics Technologies, Master of Science (2 yrs),

University of Jyväskylä

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsAutumn
• Fees€18,000
• Research citations3,299,053

RADMEP+ Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Programme in Radiation and its Effects on MicroElectronics and Photonics Technologies is a multidisciplinary programme on the interactions between radiation and microelectronics and photonics.University of Jyväskylä offers the programme jointly with the University of Ghent, University Jean Monnet, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, University of Montpellier and Vrije University Brussels. It is taught in English by contact teaching and has a planned duration of two years.

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5 Data Engineering, Bachelor and Master of Science (Technology)

University of Eastern Finland

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration5 years
• StartsSpring
• Fees€50,000
• Research citations5,383,982

The Data Engineering programme prepares students to work with data technologies across the full pipeline, including data ingestion, storage and analysis. It gives a foundation in computer science and mathematics and adds legal, ethical and economic knowledge for responsible data engineering.The degree is a 3+2 year programme taught in English. Students complete the Bachelor of Science (Technology) and then continue directly to the Master of Science (Technology). The master's studies include a thesis, which typically involves practical work done in a company. Freely chosen minor studies let students broaden their understanding and deepen their knowledge of applications. Introduction to Computer ScienceProgramming I - Elementary ProgrammingComputer SystemsData Management SystemsDesign on Information SystemsEntrepreneurship and Regularisation for Data EngineeringData Structures and Algorithms IDistributed and Concurrent SystemsSoftware Engineering IIIntroduction to Data SecurityBasics Models of ComputationData Structures and Algorithms II

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6 Communication Systems and Networks, Computing Sciences and Electrical Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

Tampere University

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsAutumn
• Fees€24,000
• Research citations3,088,070

Communication Systems and Networks is a Master of Science (Technology) specialisation in Tampere University’s Master’s Programme in Computing Sciences and Electrical Engineering. The studies focus on Future Internet, computer networks, and wireless broadband and multi-service communication systems, including 4G, 5G and beyond, with attention to IoT, industrial internet, robotisation, autonomous cars, drones and the use of artificial intelligence methods at different protocol layers.You can specialise in Networking and Computer Networks or Radio Systems and Networks. Networking and Computer Networks covers wired and wireless packet switched networks and the Future Internet. Radio Systems and Networks covers the optimisation and planning of wireless radio communication systems and networks.The programme is 120 ECTS credits and takes two years. Students usually spend three semesters on courses and one semester on the master’s thesis. Major studies and thesis projects are closely linked to the research activities of Tampere Wireless Research Center, which maintains close collaborations with industry. Networking and Computer NetworksRadio Systems and Networks

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• mobile communication network operators
• wireless device and network vendors
• doctoral programmes in Finland or abroad

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7 Communication Systems and Networks, Computing Sciences and Electrical Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

Tampere University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull or part time
• Duration2 years
• StartsAutumn
• Fees€24,000
• Research citations3,088,070

Communication Systems and Networks is a Master of Science (Technology) specialisation in Tampere University’s Master’s Programme in Computing Sciences and Electrical Engineering. The studies focus on Future Internet, computer networks, and wireless broadband and multi-service communication systems, including 4G, 5G and beyond, with attention to IoT, industrial internet, robotisation, autonomous cars, drones and the use of artificial intelligence methods at different protocol layers.You can specialise in Networking and Computer Networks or Radio Systems and Networks. Networking and Computer Networks covers wired and wireless packet switched networks and the Future Internet. Radio Systems and Networks covers the optimisation and planning of wireless radio communication systems and networks.The programme is 120 ECTS credits and takes two years. Students usually spend three semesters on courses and one semester on the master’s thesis. Major studies and thesis projects are closely linked to the research activities of Tampere Wireless Research Center, which maintains close collaborations with industry. Networking and Computer NetworksRadio Systems and Networks

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8 Master's Degree Programme in Engineering of Data-intensive Intelligent Software Systems (EDISS, Erasmus Mundus), Master of Science (Technology)

Åbo Akademi University

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsAutumn
• Fees€18,000
• Research citations1,634,103

Åbo Akademi University describes EDISS as a two-year Erasmus Mundus double degree programme in Engineering of Data-Intensive Intelligent Software Systems. It brings together software engineering and data science to engineer data-intensive intelligent software systems.The programme gives students practical knowledge and theoretical insights in data science, software architecture, machine learning solutions and intelligent systems. It is a full-time programme with contact teaching and includes a mandatory internship.Successful completion leads to a double master's degree, one from Åbo Akademi University and one from the institution chosen for the second-year specialisation. Åbo Akademi University says the programme offers scholarships for the best students worldwide.

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9 Master of Business Administration, Data Engineering and AI

Turku University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsSpring; Autumn
• Fees€24,000
• Research citations202,239

The Data Engineering and AI programme is a 90 ECTS Master of Business Administration at Turku University of Applied Sciences. It is designed for ICT professionals with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Technology and work experience who want to deepen their expertise in data management and artificial intelligence. The programme covers data collection, preparation and transformation for data-driven applications, as well as machine learning processes, algorithms and artificial intelligence.The studies consist of common courses shared across Master-level programmes, advanced courses in the specialisation, optional studies and a 30 ECTS master’s thesis. The programme’s core themes are big data management and the development of AI-based solutions. The thesis is typically carried out as a work-related development project, and learning assignments are linked to the student’s professional tasks.Turku University of Applied Sciences states that the programme is planned and implemented in collaboration with the world of work. Students can also use optional studies to build competence in business and project management, and some optional courses are available fully online.

Entry requirements, as the university states them

• A higher education degree completed in Finland or abroad, or a Finnish post-secondary or higher vocational level diploma.
• At least 24 months of work experience in the field of ICT, counted from the date of award of the eligible final degree certificate and obtained no later than the end of the application semester.

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10 Master's Degree, Software and AI Engineering

Oulu University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration1 year 6 months
• Startsautumn
• Research citations190,266

This degree programme is for ICT professionals seeking specialist-level expertise at the intersection of software engineering and artificial intelligence. Oulu University of Applied Sciences says the studies are planned with regional ICT industry and are practically oriented, with software engineering, AI technologies, data engineering, analytics and scientific thinking.The programme is completed entirely online. Teaching is in the evenings on agreed times, Monday to Friday from 5 pm to 9 pm Finnish time, and some courses have time- and place-independent implementation. The thesis focuses on applied research or a concrete development project.

From the programme record

• Software Engineer / Software Architect
• AI Engineer / ML Engineer
• Data Engineer / Data Analyst / Data Scientist
• Product, Quality or Development Manager
• Various managerial positions (e.g. CIO, CTO, CEO)

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11 Master of Engineering, Game Business Management (online studies), Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• Startsend of August or beginning of September
• Fees€24,000
• Research citations40,574

Game Business Management is a Master of Engineering degree for game development management. The studies focus on management and leadership skills, international game business, game development project management, business development methods, emerging technologies, and intelligent solutions. The curriculum is based on the national competence framework and covers learning skills, ethical competence, work community competence, innovation competence, and internationalization competence.KAMK describes the degree as fully online and suitable for students who want to study part-time beside work. Teaching takes place online through Teams or Zoom and a Moodle-based learning platform. The planned duration is two years. The programme includes game business studies, RDI studies, management studies, free-choice studies, and a 30 ECTS master's thesis.KAMK says the degree is intended to educate experts and managers for game development companies and other organizations. It is also aimed at students who want to advance into more demanding positions or shift into the game development industry.

From the programme record

• experts and managers for game development companies
• experts and managers for other organizations

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12 Master of Engineering (UAS), Other or Unknown Technology

Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration1 year
• Startsautumn, spring
• Fees€12,500
• Research citations22,947

The Master’s Degree Program in Smart Industry is a one-year interdisciplinary programme at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. It focuses on advanced technologies such as AI, data analytics and cloud solutions for smart and sustainable industrial processes.The curriculum combines professional studies and a Master’s thesis. Students study Cloud Engineering, Data Analytics and Optimization, Applied Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, and Leadership and Project Management, then complete a thesis on a practical smart industry challenge. Teaching is in English and the programme uses campus lectures, online sessions, independent study and assignments. It is designed to be completed alongside full-time employment.The programme has two professional profiles: one for students with an engineering background and one for students with a degree in laboratory services. The thesis is the main opportunity for specialisation. Cloud EngineeringData Analytics and OptimizationApplied Analytics and Artificial IntelligenceLeadership and Project ManagementMaster’s ThesisElective Studies

From the programme record

• project and operations management
• middle or senior-level roles across industries
• data and quality management

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13 Master of Engineering, Industrial Management and Engineering

Novia University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsJoint Application to Higher Education, Spring
• Fees€24,000
• Research citations20,743

The Master of Engineering in Industrial Management and Engineering focuses on leadership, business development, change management, and the management of organisational processes and people. It also covers scientific methodology, data-driven decision-making, analytics, and artificial intelligence.The programme is 60 ECTS credits and takes two years. Novia University of Applied Sciences says the studies are scheduled for two days a month, on Thursdays and Fridays, from August to June. Teaching is in English and uses distance teaching, contact teaching, and independent learning. The first year focuses on theory building, earlier research, models, teamwork, and collaboration. The second year focuses on the thesis work, which is a work-related development project.Novia University of Applied Sciences describes the thesis as a research and development project carried out with a company or organisation. Parts of the studies take place outside the classroom in the region's business companies. Professional studies in leadership, business development, change management and the management of organizational processes and peopleScientific methodology, data-driven decision-making, analytics and artificial intelligenceThesis work

From the programme record

• research and academic professions

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14 Master of Engineering, Sustainability Management

Karelia University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsSpring
• Fees€21,000
• Research citations20,441

Master of Engineering, Sustainability Management is a 60 ECTS degree in engineering and engineering trades. It focuses on sustainability management, sustainability reporting, business responsibility, organisational carbon footprints, life-cycle impacts of products, processes and services, and energy service management.In the first year, you identify your professional role in Sustainability Management and study sustainability and management topics through Identifying Sustainability, elective studies and Managing Sustainability. In the second year, you work in co-creation projects with Sustainability Management partner organisations and complete a thesis based on collaboration with working life.Karelia University of Applied Sciences says the programme gives experience of research and development methods, case assignments based on working-life tasks, and elective studies that may be selected from other universities and INVEST University Alliance Programmes. Identifying SustainabilityElective studiesManaging SustainabilityThesis implementationThesis, FinalizingCo-creation for Sustainability

From the programme record

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
• Sustainability Consultant
• Research, Development and Innovation Specialist

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15 Master of Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics, Jamk University of Applied Sciences

Jamk University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsAutumn
• Fees€24,000
• Research citations18,649

Jamk University of Applied Sciences describes this Master of Engineering in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics as covering data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, neural network methods, large language models, and the mathematical models behind them. The programme also includes data privacy settings, quality requirements, ethical considerations, and choosing methods for different data sets.The degree is 60 ECTS credits. Jamk delivers it through distance teaching and contact teaching. Contact days are held in Jyväskylä, usually on consecutive Fridays and Saturdays, and some elective studies may have extra contact days. E-learning is also used. The master’s thesis is 30 credits and is the core of the degree.Jamk states that the degree programme does not include optional study paths. With the thesis and elective studies, students can concentrate on certain technology in data analytics and artificial intelligence, and on some certain technology in cyber security in one of the listed implementations. Expert Core CompetenceResearch-based DevelopmentModern Management of ITAdvanced Data AnalyticsAdvanced Machine LearningAdvanced Deep Learning and Neural NetworksElective StudiesNew and Emerging TechnologiesCyber Security Implementation in PracticeRobotics ApplicationsData AnalyticsMaster’s Thesis

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• Machine Learning Engineer

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16 Master of Engineering, Machine Intelligence and Data Science

Arcada University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration1 year
• StartsSpring
• Fees€12,000
• Research citations14,052

Arcada University of Applied Sciences offers this Master of Engineering programme in Machine Intelligence and Data Science as a 60 ECTS degree in Information and Communication Technologies. It focuses on data science and engineering, including descriptive and predictive modelling, machine learning pipelines, data mining, visualisation, deep learning, foundation models, cloud and data engineering, and AI-assisted service design.The programme is arranged as a one-year, full-time course of study delivered in intensive blocks. It has six sequential 5 ECTS core modules and a year-long Research Seminar integrated with the master's thesis. Arcada states that the teaching emphasises production-level code and the construction of analytical solutions.The thesis project is 30 ECTS and is carried out as a development or research project for a client, such as an employer, or with Arcada researchers.

From the programme record

• Big Data Analytics Developer
• Big Data Analytics Manager
• Machine Learning Engineer
• Principal/Senior Software Developer
• Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

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17 Strategic Supply Chain Management: Master of Engineering, Master of Business Administration

South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences Xamk

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration2 years
• StartsautumnJanuary
• Fees€27,000
• Research citations11,337

Xamk’s Strategic Supply Chain Management programme is a master’s degree in logistics and supply chain management. It focuses on analysing, developing and innovating logistics processes. The studies cover financial management, knowledge management, risk management, future trends, change management and innovation.The programme is taught as contact teaching at Kotka Campus, three days per week. It combines theoretical study with practical work on real-world logistics challenges. The degree can be completed as a Master of Engineering or a Master of Business Administration.Xamk says the degree prepares students for management, leadership, development and specialist roles, and gives skills for entrepreneurship. Profitability in logisticsAnalyzing and developing logistics processesPractical challenges and risk management in logisticsDevelopment of SCM servicesLogistics roadmapOptional studiesThesisTechnopreneurshipCorporate social responsibilitySales strategies and managementModern business environmentsPlanning and development of logistics

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18 Master of Engineering, Cloud-Driven Artificial Intelligence

Centria University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration1 year
• Startsend of August
• Fees€10,000
• Research citations6,143

The Master of Engineering, Cloud-Driven Artificial Intelligence is a 60 ECTS degree in Information and Communication Technologies. Centria University of Applied Sciences says the programme focuses on cloud computing and artificial intelligence. It uses training resources from AWS Academy and Oracle.Students study through lectures, independent work, distance learning assignments and development projects. The degree includes profiling studies, optional studies and a Master’s thesis. Centria says the studies are organised in a blended learning format, with less contact teaching than daytime studies.The thesis is a development project that combines theory and practice. Centria says the programme prepares students for more demanding tasks in IT. Profiling studiesOptional studiesMaster’s thesis

Entry requirements, as the university states them

• A higher education degree in computer science or a similar subject completed in Finland, in an EU or EEA country, or outside the EU/EEA area.
• At least two years of relevant work experience gained after the Bachelor’s degree.
• Proof of English language proficiency.
• Applicants with GRE or GMAT test results do not need to submit proof of language proficiency.

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19 Master of Engineering, Information Technology, Cloud-Based Software Engineering, VAMK

Vaasa University of Applied Sciences

• DeliveryOn campus
• Study modeFull time
• Duration1 year
• StartsAutumn
• Fees€12,000
• Research citations4,174

Cloud-Based Software Engineering is a Master of Engineering programme in Information Technology. It covers cloud computing and applications, including how to develop, deploy and maintain cloud applications. The programme also includes design and architecture of cloud-based applications, intelligent cloud applications, agile development methods and modern software architectures.The degree is 60 ECTS credits and takes about one year for students with an engineering bachelor’s degree. Studies are organised as blended teaching with presence at campus required. The programme consists of core studies, profiling studies, optional studies and a master’s thesis. The thesis is 30 ECTS.Vaasa University of Applied Sciences says the programme is especially suitable for people who want to advance towards more demanding international positions, combine work and studies in developing their company, or gain new perspectives by studying with other professionals. Research and Development MethodsProject ManagementSustainable LeadershipIntelligent Cloud ApplicationsAgile Development MethodsModern Software ArchitecturesMaster's Thesis, Planning and IntiationMaster's Thesis, Theory and ImplementationMaster's Thesis, Final Stage

Entry requirements, as the university states them

• Bachelor's degree in engineering in Finland or equivalent degree completed outside Finland, or a higher education degree in the field of Engineering completed in Finland or in another European Union country.
• Work experience of 24 months after graduation.
• Students outside EU and ETA regions can apply for the programme.

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