Information Technology, Bachelor's Degree

Why choose Information Technology at Metropolia?

Information Technology is everywhere in today's society as it is needed in electronic and media appliances, computers, household devices, and almost in every part of our everyday lives.

We offer you

• Excellent combination of basic and professional courses in Information Technology
• High-quality education
• A solid basis to work as an engineer both in Finland and abroad
• Major options in Smart IoT Systems and Software Engineering.
• International and supportive learning environment
• Multidisciplinary educational institution with a vast partner network

Could I be a student in Information Technology?

Yes you can! You don't need to be a computer wizard to start with as we will equip you with the skills and knowledge required in the field. You just need to be committed and hard-working student with a devoted attitude towards the world of information technology and engineering. We offer you an international study environment in which you have a possibility to make friends and future colleagues with students from all around the world.

What will you study?

You will learn the basics in core engineering subjects such as mathematics and physics. Professional studies in Information Technology will fortify your engineering skills in addition to languages and communication skills and business courses that will top-up your competence.

You will be linked to working-life throughout your studies via industry-related projects, work placement periods and a Final Year Project. This gives you a chance to create useful networks and plan your future career whilst studying.

See IT studies curriculum in studyguide

How full-time studies are implemented?

You will study full-time, and studies require in average 40 hours of hard studies weekly. Studies are very intensive from day one. About half of the studies is guided by a teacher, rest of it should be filled by the student. Your studies will include theoretical teaching, various practical assignments, independent and group studies as well as written assignments. You will study four 15 credits courses in the first year and the courses require full-time attendance.

First year studies 2025-2026

Compulsory first-year studies consist of two themes: Software theme and Hardware theme. You will study 4 x 15 credits courses during your first study year. Some students will also study Finnish 1 and Finnish 2 courses. Students will complete first year studies in this order:

Autumn 2025

• Software 1 (15 credits)
• Software 2 (15 credits
• Finnish 1 (5 credits)

Spring 2026

• Hardware 1 (15 credits)
• Hardware 2 (15 credits)
• Finnish 2 (5 credits).

First year studies includes topics like:

• Professional studies like Python programming, relational database, Wed Development, Basics of Object-Oriented programming, Installing and operating a Linux system, Basics of digital systems, Orientation to health technology and Basics of data networks.
• Engineering Mathematics: handling expressions and solving equations, basic concepts of vector computing and calculations, basics of matrices and functions, functions and their differentials.
• Engineering Physics: basic concepts and laws of kinetics, describing force, energy, and periodic motion, basics of electricity and magnetism.
• English Communication: Orientation to field, oral and written project communication in English, project presentations.
• Projects: projects applies the skills learned during the course.
• Orientation to the professional field and studying.
• Basic knowledge and skills in information security and data protection.

Courses require attendance at classes, as well as doing assignments independently weekly.

One 15 credits course include subjects like

• Professional studies
• Engineering Mathematics
• Engineering Physics
• English Communication
• Project

A course is considered to be passed only after all compulsory parts of the implementation have been passed. Project work are done in teams of 3-4 students.

The studies are measured in credit points. The number of credit points for each course is based on the amount of work it requires. An average academic year consists of 1,600 hours of work, which is equivalent to 60 credit points (1 credit point = 27 hours).

NOTE: It may be very hard to study full time, if you are working simultaneously.

If you have completed Information Technology or very closely related Engineering studies earlier, we will do an individual study path to ensure the smooth progress of your studies - look to the part: Starting studies.

Bring your own laptop

We expect you have own laptop in the beginning of your studies. Laptop configuration guidelines are: Windows 10 (64-bit version) laptop with minimum 8 GB memory (RAM) and at least 256 GB SSD storage / Hard drive. However, more memory is better as you need to install several software packages into your hard drive and run some resource-heavy programs (usually available on for Windows). You can select also Linux OS if you are more familiar with Linux. MacBook is also ok, but be careful with memory as it differs from Windows requirements. Unfortunately, we cannot provide support on any other than Microsoft computers. Chrome OS not recommended.

Major options

We offer four (4) majors:

• Software Engineering: Machine Learning
• Software Engineering: Mobile Development
• Smart IoT Systems: Embedded IoT Devices
• Smart Iot Systems: IoT and Networks.

Please note

• Student need to enroll to major option selection.
• Major option selection will be held once a year, in spring semester.
• Major studies start once a year, in August.
• Starting studies in major option require that student has followed the curriculum, as planned and has completed 60 credits, i.e first year studies.
• Student does not automatically get a study place in his/her preference major.
• We have limited study places in each major option.
• The major option will be offered if a sufficient number of students will choose the major option.
• If the number of students applying for a major exceeds the number of study places, the selection criteria will be based on study success and other criteria defined by the degree program.

Major option will give you an in-depth insight into the subject areas that are relevant and up to date in each major option. You can also extend your knowledge in any other major options by taking it as a minor option in your engineering studies. Major options and course offerings in Major Options are subject to change.

Software Engineering - Where ideas meet code

In this program, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to embark on a career as a software engineer. Beyond covering the essential technical aspects of software engineering, you will also develop teamwork, communication, and user experience design skills. We employ modern tools and frameworks for teaching programming and software design. Our emphasis lies in a hands-on approach to software engineering, with all courses featuring a significant coding component. Each semester, you will engage in a substantial project course, allowing you to create an application that can be added to your portfolio, enhancing your job prospects even before graduation.

Upon completion of the Software Engineering program, graduates typically pursue careers as software engineers, mobile web developers, full stack developers, or iOS and Android developers.

Machine Learning

In the Software Engineering: Machine Learning major, you will gain expertise in developing AI-powered software solutions. This major option equips you with essential data manipulation and analysis skills while teaching you how to seamlessly integrate a wide range of machine learning libraries, tools, and methods into your software development projects.

Mobile Development

In the Software Engineering: Mobile Development major, you boost your development skills with a capability to build applications for the most popular mobile environments. In addition to learning solid general software design and construction skills, you learn Android development using Kotlin, iOS development with Swift, and hybrid app development using React Native.

Smart IoT Systems - Internet is everywhere

The Smart IoT major explores the interconnected world of smart devices, where everyday objects communicate, collect data, and drive intelligent solutions. IoT engineers play a crucial role in developing these systems, creating secure, efficient, and scalable devices that power smart cities, optimize industrial processes, and enhance our daily lives. Through this major, students gain expertise in designing, building, and securing IoT devices and networks, preparing them to shape the future of connected technology.

Embedded IoT Devices

Embedded IoT Devices are smart devices equipped with open-source operating systems, designed to control industrial processes, collect IoT data, and securely interface with cloud services. An understanding of cloud architecture and data security is essential, and students gain hands-on experience in professional embedded development practices through real-world projects. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in product research and development, technical support, or as software developers within diverse ICT and IoT-focused companies.

IoT and Networks

IoT and Networks studies provide students with comprehensive knowledge in computer network technologies, server systems, cloud services, and secure network and cloud infrastructure. Hands-on experience in our data communication lab, based on IP-networking, server systems, and mobile networks, equips students to design, implement, and maintain secure systems. Courses developed with leading networking equipment manufacturers ensure graduates gain robust skills for roles such as project manager, network specialist, cloud system administrator, ICT security specialist, or technical specialist.

What lies ahead after graduation?

You can have many different career and further study paths after your graduation. Your future job may range from systems, software and hardware design to consulting, product support and management positions.

Many of our graduates also pursue for further studies in various Master-level studies in prestigious universities both in Finland and abroad.

Scholarships and tuition fees

Annual tuition fee

• 10 000 € for those, whose right of study starts before 1 August 2024
• 11 000 € for those, whose right of study starts after 31 July 2024.

This fee applies only to non-EU/EEA degree students.

Read more on tuition fees and scholarship

Campus

For the time being, IT studies are held at Metropolia's Karamalmi and Myllypuro campus, but it is likely that the reorganization of the premises, which will start in 2026, it is possible that education will be provided at the Karamalmi and Myyrmäki campuses.