International Degree Programme in Science and Engineering, BSc (Tech)
Science and Engineering
Contact
| Head of the Degree Programme: | Esa Räsänen, Jari Nurmi |
| Faculty Secretary: | Minna Uusitalo |
| Study Coordinator: | Terhi Kipinä, Tiina Riihelä |
Learning Outcomes
| - | Upon completion of the degree of Bachelor of Science in Technology the student shall be proficient in the theoretical fundamentals of engineering sciences and in mathematical and scientific thinking.
The student has acquired essential knowledge in various engineering and scientific subjects, and has the competence to follow the development and societal significance of his/her field. The student is able to use scientific methods to interpret information, draw conclusions and report on his/her findings. The student has the competence to apply his/her acquired knowledge and skills in working life, including international cooperation. The student possesses language proficiency as stipulated by applicable legislation and s/he is able to communicate fluently in writing and verbally in English in the context of his/her field. The student understands his/her responsibility for his/her professional growth. The student is able to work both in Finnish and multicultural settings. The student has the knowledge and skills to pursue studies towards a higher university degree and to lifelong learning. |
Structure
Common Core Studies, 85 cr
Learning Outcomes
| - | The student possesses sufficient knowledge and skills in scientific and engineering subjects to be able to continue studies.
The student is able to use basic scientific methods in problem solving. The student has the study skills and awareness required for developing his/her competence in his/her desired field. The student is able to study and work both in Finnish and multicultural settings, and has the required language skills. |
Compulsory courses
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| ELT-10016 Signals and Measurements | 4 cr | I |
| FYS-1216 Physics I | 4 cr | I |
| FYS-1236 Physics II | 4 cr | I |
| FYS-1286 Physics III | 5 cr | I |
| FYS-1296 Physics IV | 5 cr | I |
| KEB-61206 Chemistry for Engineers | 4 cr | II |
| KIE-34156 Thesis Writing | 3 cr | III |
| LTT-11106 Introduction to Academic Studies | 3 cr | I |
| LTT-22106 Career Planning | 2 cr | II |
| MAT-01166 Mathematics 1 | 5 cr | I |
| MAT-01266 Mathematics 2 | 5 cr | I |
| MAT-01366 Mathematics 3 | 5 cr | I |
| MAT-01466 Mathematics 4 | 4 cr | I |
| MAT-02506 Probability Calculus | 4 cr | II |
| MAT-71806 Scientific Writing with LaTeX | 2 cr | II |
| TIE-02106 Introduction to Programming | 5 cr | I |
| TST-01116 Introduction to Information Technology | 4 cr | I |
| TTA-11016 Basics of Industrial Management | 4 cr | II |
| Student must select foreign language studies (of at least CEFR level A1) | 9 cr | |
| Total | 81 cr |
Optional Compulsory Courses
Must be selected at least 4 credits of courses
| Course | Credit points | Alternativity | Class |
| MAT-02456 Fourier Methods | 4 cr | 1 | II |
| MAT-02656 Mathematics for Algorithms | 4 cr | 1 | II |
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Select 1 courses.
Choose one of the courses.
Major Studies
| Study block | Credit points |
| Information and Communications Technology | 30 cr |
| Mathematics | 30 cr |
| Physics | 30 cr |
The student's major subject shall be the subject in which s/he writes the Bachelor's Thesis.
Minor Studies
| Study block | Credit points |
| Machine Learning | 25 cr |
| Minor in Materials Technology, NS/ENG | 20 cr |
| Mathematics | 25 cr |
| Minor in Biomedical Engineering | 25 cr |
| Minor in Communications and Networking | 25 cr |
| Minor in Computational Biology | 25 cr |
| Minor in Industrial Management | 24 cr |
| Minor in Information Technology | 20 cr |
| Physics | 20 cr |
| Signal Processing | 25 cr |
The student shall choose two minor subjects in her/his degree. One minor subject is a 30 credit study module chosen from among the major study modules. The other minor subject is a 20 credit study module. The 20 cr minor subject can be freely selected among the study modules available. Recommended study modules for the 20 cr minor subject are listed above.
Elective Studies, 0 cr
The student can freely select the courses which s/he wants to study. Recommended courses are for example courses complementing the student's major or minor subject studies or language courses.
The student does not have to include elective studies in her/his degree if the extent of the degree meets the minimum requirement of 180 cr without them.
Kandidaatintyö, 10 cr
Learning Outcomes
| - | Upon completion of the Bachelor's thesis, the student:
- is able to retrieve, analyse and apply information from different sources, - is able to produce a coherent and analytical piece of scientific work, - possesses the skills to construct his/her work efficiently, and - is able to give, receive and use constructive criticism. |
Compulsory courses
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| OPN-9156 Bachelor's Thesis | 10 cr | III |
| TUT-8820 Proficiency Test for Bachelor's Thesis | 0 cr | III |
| Total | 10 cr |
The Bachelor's thesis is written as part of major subject studies in the Bachelor's degree. The student may write the thesis when s/he has taken at least 70 credits of common core studies and 20 credits in their major subject. In addition, the student must have an approved personal study plan.
The laboratories responsible for each major subject give detailed instructions on how to complete the thesis. The Bachelor's thesis includes taking the proficiency test. In addition, students completing the Bachelor's thesis are required to take part in the Bachelors Thesis Seminar.