Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences

Our Faculty offers education in automation engineering that provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop our society through automation. The studies counted towards the degree of Bachelor of Science in Technology focus on mathematics, physics, languages and programming.

Our students who graduate with a Master of Science in Technology degree have the ability to apply the principles of systems engineering to understanding and analysing the operations of real-world systems.  They also have the expertise to model, simulate and optimise different types of systems.   They receive a solid grounding in industrial robotics and hydraulic systems and able to implement automation systems in diverse environments. 

The International Degree Programme in Science and Engineering, BSc, is a cross-disciplinary degree programme that provides you with a solid grounding in several core fields of engineering and the ability to follow rapid technological developments and apply scientific methods.

The major subjects available in the programme are Mathematics, Physics, and Information and Communications Technology.

We offer our students high-quality teaching in relatively small, multicultural study groups where teamwork is strongly supported. In addition to providing a sound theoretical basis for further studies in the field of technology, the programme places a special emphasis on internationality, employability and connections to industry.

With this unique combination, our students are well prepared for the international world of research and industry. Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Technology degree are eligible to continue their studies directly towards a master's degree at Tampere University without having to re-apply. There are multiple options to choose from among the English-taught Masters of Science (Tech) programmes offered by Tampere University.

The Master’s Degree Programme in Management and Information Technology, which is available in our Pori unit, combines studies in industrial engineering and management with studies in software engineering. The programme allows students to specialise either in industrial engineering and management or software engineering, depending on their personal interests and career goals. 

Students who major in industrial engineering and management are able to combine their engineering expertise with an in-depth understanding of strategic business management, corporate leadership and information and knowledge management. Students who major in software engineering acquire a deep understanding of software development, the management of IT projects, and the design and development of software and data warehouses.   

We actively cooperate with companies to provide our students with first-hand insights into the current needs of industry and business. Our MSc graduates have career options in both the private and public sectors. They typically pursue director-level or expert careers in industry. Our flexible learning opportunities allow students to work alongside their studies.  

Mechanical Engineering is a broad and rapidly advancing field of science that encompasses machine building, life-cycle management, the industrial internet, 3D printing and mechanics.

The basic phenomena in natural sciences lay the foundation for modern mechanical engineering and therefore the studies give our students a thorough grounding in mathematics and physics. This makes it easier for students to acquire further knowledge as they make progress towards their degree. 

Students who complete our programme to earn a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering are automatically entitled to continue their studies towards a master's degree in mechanical engineering. The special strengths of our master's programme are our cross-disciplinary approach and close collaboration with industry and business. Almost all our students complete their master’s thesis is collaboration with working life.

During their MSc-level studies, our students are able to gain more in-depth knowledge and skills in areas that match their personal interests and career goals. The specific content of your degree depends very much on your personal choices and goals. 

Materials engineering aims to improve the performance of existing materials and develop new materials. The field examines the production of different structural and functional materials as well as the micro- and macrostructures, composition, technical properties and industrial applications of materials.  Materials engineering brings together mechanical engineering and natural sciences without being as theoretical as, for example, engineering physics or as practical as mechanical engineering.

Materials engineering is an excellent choice for students who are interested in addressing the challenges that are facing industry in the areas of machine building, traffic, medicine, energy, process and chemical engineering, and environmental engineering.   The successful completion of a degree in materials engineering requires, among other things, previous knowledge of physics and chemistry and an open-minded attitude. During their studies towards a bachelor's degree, our students focus on the connections between the structure and properties of different materials and become familiar with a broad range of production and processing technologies. Later on during their master’s studies, they learn more about the ways to improve the performance of materials.  

Our students are able to customise their degree to fit their personal interests and career aims. One option is to complete an international double MSc degree.

Studies in engineering and natural sciences provide students with a strong foundation in mathematics, physics and chemistry and enable them to pursue a broad range of career options.  Our students complete a three-year bachelor's degree in engineering and natural sciences and then move on to a two-year master's programme. Our MSc students are able to major in mathematics, chemistry or engineering physics.

Upon completion of their master’s degree, many of our students continue their studies towards a doctorate or find employment, for example, as R&D engineers, data analysts, mathematicians, researchers, or entrepreneurs who are helping to turn today’s world-class research into tomorrow’s state-of-the-art technology. Even before graduation, our students have excellent opportunities to join the work of research groups on the Hervanta campus. In addition, our students have the opportunity to earn the qualifications to teach mathematical subjects.

Digitalisation, globalisation, the industrial internet, smart traffic – information and knowledge management has a key role in addressing many of the current and future challenges facing our society.

How can organisations tap into the valuable data generated on social media? How should the information and knowledge of organisations be managed? Our students approach these questions from the perspectives of data analytics, leadership, software engineering and information systems.  Our graduates delve into the latest trends shaping our society and provide solutions to business problems. They have the knowledge and skills to utilise existing data and apply the latest ICT technologies.

The studies offered to our students are designed to meet the needs of working life. Besides information and knowledge management, the courses explore business economics and information technology. Our extensive collaboration with companies ensures that our courses always cover topical and relevant themes. 

A degree in industrial engineering and management brings together engineering and business expertise.  Our students learn to identify and understand a wide range of business processes as well as acquire in-depth knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences and the ability to apply their expertise to address real-life issues that companies face. At the same time, they develop their competencies in their selected field and refine their communication skills by completing interesting practical assignments, often in collaboration with companies.  

While working towards their master’s degree, our students can choose to major in financial and business management, production and supply chain management, technology and project-based business, or international sales and sourcing. Our graduates enjoy excellent employment rates.

Students who are admitted to our Degree Programme in Environmental, Energy and Bioengineering first complete a bachelor’s degree in engineering and natural sciences in three years and then a master’s degree in environmental and energy engineering in two years. During their BSc studies, students are able to specialise in bio- and environmental engineering, chemistry, or energy and process engineering. They are also able to complete complementary studies that support their area of specialisation and explore, for example, renewable energy, circular economy or environmental policy; there are dozens of options available.     

Graduates with a master’s degree in environmental and energy engineering are highly sought-after professionals. Typical positions for our graduates include research, product development or expert roles in industry, research institutions, consulting firms, municipalities and public administration. 

The Doctoral Programme in Engineering and Natural Sciences draws upon the vast expertise of our faculty members in natural sciences, mathematics and other related fields of science and engineering.  Our Faculty has a strong commitment to conduct research of the highest quality. Our scholarly activities are closely aligned with the strategic research areas of Tampere University.  We encourage our doctoral students to engage in interdisciplinary research and international cooperation. The programme prepares doctoral graduates to pursue a research career and take on challenging expert positions in industry and the public sector.

Students may complete the Doctoral Programme in Engineering and Natural Sciences to earn the degrees of Licentiate of Science in Technology, Doctor of Science in Technology or Doctor of Philosophy. Our students conduct research in the following fields: bioengineering, chemistry, computer science, energy technology, environmental technology, mathematics and physics.

The two majors available in the Doctoral Programme in Business and Technology Management are industrial engineering and management, and information and knowledge management.

Students may complete the Doctoral Programme in Business and Technology Management to earn the degrees of Licentiate of Science in Technology (LTech), Doctor of Science in Technology (DTech) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Students who hold a master’s degree in technology are eligible to pursue the Licentiate of Science or Doctor of Science degrees. Students who hold some other academic degree are awarded a PhD upon completion of the doctoral programme.

The Doctoral Programme in Business and Technology Management provides students with the expertise to pursue an international research career or take on nationally significant expert positions in the fields of research included in the scope of the programme. Our graduates’ scientific, business and technology expertise enables them to create new knowledge within the scientific community and address significant societal challenges that require in-depth analysis.

The doctoral programme is intended for individuals who hold a master’s degree in business or technology or other fields and are interested in developing in-depth expertise. Students who graduate with a doctoral degree in technology and are looking to pursue an international career in research are typically employed in research and teaching positions in universities and universities of applied sciences or in research and management positions in research institutions. Students who graduate with a licentiate or doctoral degree in technology and wish to pursue expert, management or development careers have a broad range of career options in industry and public administration.

We offer doctoral students a high-quality research environment and the opportunity to complete the Doctor of Science in Technology degree in a timely fashion. Students who successfully complete the programme acquire the skills and competencies to pursue a research career or other challenging careers associated with the engineering sciences.

The doctoral programme covers the following research fields: automation science and engineering, mechanical and production engineering, and materials science and engineering.

The programme is primarily intended for talented students who are motivated to work towards a doctoral degree and conduct research that meets high international standards. Full-time students complete the programme and earn a doctoral degree in four years. Applications are accepted all year round.