Master's Degree Programme in Software Engineering and Information Systems

• Solid foundation of software engineering and information systems methods and technologies
• Understanding of software ecosystems
• Understanding of user-oriented products and services

The degree programme in Software Engineering and Information Systems (previously known as Software, Systems and Services Development in the Global Environment) is focused on software-based information and communication technology solutions for solving emerging global societal challenges. The programme will provide the student with relevant, up-to-date skills and capabilities to have a successful future career as a software and ICT expert or manager in a global company or other organization. The graduating students will have skills to lead multicultural teams, projects and units as well as capabilities to maintain and update their knowledge in the rapidly developing field.

ICT is a highly international field and the programme reflects that as a study environment. Students gain experience on multi-cultural working during their studies and both staff and the students represent dive. The degree programme has strong traditions and good experiences in collaboration with companies in the information industry. The studies have been designed with the working life in mind and it means that practical exercises and projects are conducted in collaboration with companies.

The project work at the end of Master's level studies integrates the studies and is ordered and steered by a company or a research unit. The Master's thesis is typically made for a company and will have a real-world basis as its thrust.The Oulu area is a major high-tech hub with a long history in researching and developing information and communication technologies. The University of Oulu is well-respected and a degree from it is highly regarded.