Bachelor of Engineering | Information Technology (Internet of Things) | full-time

The Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology (Internet of Things) programme develops IT experts specialised in the Internet of Things (IoT).

The programme qualifies engineers to work in the fields of IoT, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence; especially, in companies operating within the digital health and industrial internet sectors. You will also learn how to build IoT systems with good Cybersecurity which is a crucial part of modern IoT system design. The duties of an IoT graduate may vary from software design to electrical engineering, the design of smart wireless devices, and the whole IoT system in the cloud. Besides engineering skills, a student develops his/her communication, social and teamwork skills.

Internet of Things graduates are prepared to work in international environments and teams, and Savonia’s Bachelor of Engineering groups are Internet of Things graduates are prepared to work in international environments and teams, and Savonia’s Bachelor of Engineering groups are multinational and multicultural by nature. This degree provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to get a job in Finland or abroad.

Please note that one may apply to the programme without previous experience in Information Technology or Internet of Things.

Content of studies

Studies at Savonia University of Applied Sciences are versatile and practically oriented. Projects and cooperation with local businesses as well as foreign partners and fellow students are integrated into your everyday life with us.

The study methods consist, among others, of lectures, online and independent studies, teamwork, project works and internship(s). Participation in research and development activities also makes up an important part of your studies.

The degree consists of 240 ECTS. According to the curriculum, one academic year corresponds to 60 ECTS, which is equivalent to 1600 hours of a student’s workload.

The detailed structure of your studies is as follows:

• Basic studies 50 ECTS
• Professional studies 110 ECTS
• Specialization Studies: 20 ECTS
• Alternative studies 15 ECTS
• Internship(s) 30 ECTS
• Thesis 15 ECTS

Career possibilities

A Bachelor of Engineering will work, among other things, in project or sales engineering duties or research and related tasks. You will also have the skills needed to become an entrepreneur.

Possible titles:

• IoT Cloud Engineer
• IoT Hardware Engineer
• IoT Firmware Engineer
• Full Stack & IoT / Mobile Engineer
• Product Developer
• Product Manager
• Project Engineer
• Research Engineer
• Web Developer
• ICT Specialist
• Sales Engineer
• Integration Engineer
• Cybersecurity Expert
• AI Engineer
• Embedded Engineer