Studies
To whom are IT online studies for?
Online studies in Information Technology are for you, if
- you have completed a minimum of 120 ECTS credits of studies in university of applied sciences (UAS) and/or in university in Finland
- studies have been completed in English language
- your studies are from the field of information technology, or closely IT-related engineering field
- you could have completed applicable studies as an open university/UAS and/or as a degree student in higher education in Finland
- you study right could have expired already, or you may have a valid study right in higher education in Finland at the time of application.
- NOTE! If you have already completed Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Information Technology, please contact study counsellor before you plan to apply!
Application to IT online degree is organised on rolling basis and there are two application rounds per year: 1 May to 31 October and 1 November to 30 April.
Content of the Degree and Studies
The extent of the Information Technology degree is 240 ECTS credits.
To complete the remaining ECTS credits, you first need apply to become a degree student in Information Technology degree (see applying). You may start your degree studies as soon as you have been accepted to Degree Programme in Information Technology.
Core Requirement Studies 40 ECTS
Module consists of basic studies in information technology, engineering mathematics and engineering physics. The extent of studies to be completed is based on the previous studies and their compatibility to the degree and its learning outcomes. Head of Degree makes the decision on accepted studies/competences.
Professional Studies 115 ECTS
Module consists of advanced studies in various areas in Information Technology. Previously completed studies and acquired competences are viewed as a whole, based on the compatibility to the degree and its learning outcomes. Head of Degree makes the decision on accepted studies/competences. Student’s own career objectives and areas of interests can be taken into account in making Individual Study Plan (ISP).
Language and Communication Studies 15 ECTS
Language and Communication Studies follow the requirements of English-taught Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programme and are based on the language of schooling education. The amount of language and communication studies to be completed depends on the previous studies that can be recognized as part of the degree. Head of Degree makes the decision on accepted studies/competences.
Innovation Project 10 ECTS
Field-related work experience that has been acquired prior to or during degree studies, can be accepted as project studies. Head of Degree makes the decision on accepted studies/competences.
Profile Studies in Working Life Skills 5 ECTS
Through the Profile Studies in Working Life Skills the student develops transversal working life competences. The studies provide the student with the abilities needed for working life skills and career planning, broad digital competencies, international and sustainable working life, promotion of wellbeing, as well as language and communication proficiency. The student can choose studies from one subject area or several different subject areas based on their own interests.
Elective Studies 10 ECTS
Student can include previous studies that are completed in higher education into Elective Studies. Head of Degree makes the decision on accepted studies/competences.
Work Placement 30 ECTS
Field-related work experience that has been acquired prior to or during degree studies, can be accepted as Work Placement. Head of Degree makes the decision on accepted studies/competences.
Bachelor’s Thesis 15 ECTS
All Bachelor of Engineering Degrees include a Bachelor’s Thesis that is completed in the end of studies.
Individual Study Plan (ISP)
You will be compiled an individual study plan together with the degree programme guidance personnel in the beginning of your studies. ISP is based on your previous studies and gives you knowledge on the studies you still need to complete. The remaining extent of studies depends on how much of your previous studies can be accepted as part of the degree studies. Head of Degree makes the decision on accepted studies/competences. The courses in the online programme are assessed on a Pass/Fail basis, while the Bachelor’s thesis receives a numerical grade.
It is possible to take into consideration your career aspirations in making Individual Study Plan should these be in line with the degree learning outcomes and course offerings.
How studies are implemented
Studies are implemented as online studies, so you may study irrespective of time and place. Studying online requires self-guidance, good time-management skills and ability to plan your studies accordingly as you will complete all studies as self-study. Studies require a use of your own computer.
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- Metropolia Student and Admission Services are responsible for study-related documents (study certificates).
- If you need a study certificate, please contact to: studentservices [at] metropolia.fi (studentservices[at]metropolia[dot]fi) or visit any Metropolia Student and Admission service offices
Scholarships and tuition fees
Annual tuition fee
- 11 000 € for students, whose right of study starts after 31 July 2024
- 11 500 € for students, whose right of study starts after 31 July 2027.
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Applying
- Application period-Start of studiesautumn 2026Apply now!
- Online studies
The Application on the Basis of Finnish Higher Education Studies is aimed at those who have completed higher education studies in Finland. The completed studies must be accreditable to the degree programme to which you are applying in accordance with the curriculum of the degree programme. When applying for a master's degree, your studies must in principle be from the corresponding level (master’s degree / EQF7 level). Read the selection criteria; the required credit points (ECTS) and other possible threshold conditions are mentioned in the student selection criteria on Studyinfo. Studies are taken into account regardless of whether they have been completed as open studies or in education leading to a degree, or whether the right to study is valid or has expired.
Application period: 4 May 2026 8:00 am - 31 October 2026, all times refer to local time in Finland.
In flexible admission (i.e. rolling admission) the study places are filled in the order in which applications are received, so that all applicants who meet all the student selection requirements are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the application ends or the study places are filled.
All the information needed to apply can be found on the national Studyinfo.fi portal. At Studyinfo.fi you can find descriptions of degree programmes, application criteria, application instructions, application forms and much more.
Note: Many degree programmes accept applications on a continuous basis. However, applicants who are required to pay tuition fees should carefully consider the timing of their application. In most cases, it is not advisable to begin studies in the middle of a term (either autumn or spring), as tuition fees cannot be paid for only part of the term. For this reason, it is generally best to apply well in advance of the start of the term, so that studies can commence from the very beginning.
Application fee
There is an application fee of 100 euros. The application fee is collected for applicants from countries outside EU/EEA seeking education leading to a degree in higher education. The Finnish National Agency of Education will collect the application fee in connection with filling in the Studyinfo application form. There is no application fee for Finnish or EU citizens.
More about application fee in Studyinfo.fi.
Questions about application fees? Contact applicationfee [at] oph.fi (applicationfee[at]oph[dot]fi)The application fee does not guarantee that you will be offered admission to studies. The application fee is not refunded if you cancel your application or are not offered admission.
- Application period-Start of studiesspring 2027
- Online studies
The Application on the Basis of Finnish Higher Education Studies is aimed at those who have completed higher education studies in Finland. The completed studies must be accreditable to the degree programme to which you are applying in accordance with the curriculum of the degree programme. When applying for a master's degree, your studies must in principle be from the corresponding level (master’s degree / EQF7 level). Read the selection criteria; the required credit points (ECTS) and other possible threshold conditions are mentioned in the student selection criteria on Studyinfo. Studies are taken into account regardless of whether they have been completed as open studies or in education leading to a degree, or whether the right to study is valid or has expired.
Application period: 2 November 2026 8:00 am - 30 April 2027, all times refer to local time in Finland.
In flexible admission (i.e. rolling admission) the study places are filled in the order in which applications are received, so that all applicants who meet all the student selection requirements are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the application ends or the study places are filled.
All the information needed to apply can be found on the national Studyinfo.fi portal. At Studyinfo.fi you can find descriptions of degree programmes, application criteria, application instructions, application forms and much more.
Note: Many degree programmes accept applications on a continuous basis. However, applicants who are required to pay tuition fees should carefully consider the timing of their application. In most cases, it is not advisable to begin studies in the middle of a term (either autumn or spring), as tuition fees cannot be paid for only part of the term. For this reason, it is generally best to apply well in advance of the start of the term, so that studies can commence from the very beginning.
Application fee
There is an application fee of 100 euros. The application fee is collected for applicants from countries outside EU/EEA seeking education leading to a degree in higher education. The Finnish National Agency of Education will collect the application fee in connection with filling in the Studyinfo application form. There is no application fee for Finnish or EU citizens.
More about application fee in Studyinfo.fi.
Questions about application fees? Contact applicationfee [at] oph.fi (applicationfee[at]oph[dot]fi)The application fee does not guarantee that you will be offered admission to studies. The application fee is not refunded if you cancel your application or are not offered admission.
The One Study Right Rule
The One Study Right Rule refers to legislative amendments entering into force on 1 August 2026. Under these amendments, a student’s study rights at the same or lower level will be terminated if they accept a new study right leading to a degree. The rule applies only to study rights at Finnish higher education institutions.
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More information on the application process
Tel. +358 9 7424 5902, Mon-Wed 10 am – 12 pm
Starting studies
First, read guidelines common to all Metropolia degree students and then degree specific instruction below.
Starting studies as a degree student - Individual study plan
- We will tailor an individual learning path to ensure the smooth progress of your studies.
- The content of your individual study path is decided by head of the ICT department, Janne Salonen.
- Individual study plan takes place when right to study has started and Metropolia Student and Admission services has added student into Metropolia OMA system.
When you have a role as a degree student, Information Technology degree coordinator will contact to you by email and gives you instructions in following matters
- How to activate Metropolia user account
- When and how your individual study plan will be made
- Link to study guide and instructions to Metropolia systems
- How to transfer your prior studies to your new Information Technology degree student role.
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