Curriculum

After completion of the M.Sc. programme in Electrical Engineering, the graduate

is able to work independently and scientifically, acquire information and formulate solutions to complex problems and tasks. He/she has an ability to work as a member of team, is able to organise, carry out and lead projects and has the required communication skills. A Master of Science is aware of ethical aspects of the field and its effects on society, and is capable of critically assessing the future prospects of the field. A Master of Science in Electrical Engineering is able to apply the essential theories of electrical engineering to practical electrotechnical and electronics applications. A graduate from the Degree Programme is able to apply his/her knowledge in product development, research and marketing as well as in management of these. The M.Sc. programme also prepares a student for postgraduate and independent studies.

• This degree is Master of Science in Technology (M.Sc. Tech.), (Diplomi-insinööri in Finnish)
• Higher university degree gives eligibility to apply for scientific doctoral studies
• Extent 120 ECTS credits
• Duration two years, full-time studies of 60 ECTS per academic year.

Degree Structure

The Master's degree (120 ECTS) consists of core studies, specialisation studies, minor studies (only with the specialisation in Solar Economy), and elective studies.

The core studies include an obligatory work internship of 2 ECTS cr. The credits exceeding the obligatory amount are included in elective studies. The student takes 6 ECTS cr. at the minimum of at least one of the laboratory courses. 

The specialisation studies include a Master's Thesis and a seminar. When the total of major studies exceeds 80 cr., there is no minor subject in the degree.

The recommended minors for the students specialising in Solar Economy:
EnDSaBT Bioenergy Technology
YmDSaResp Environmental Responsibility.