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Degree programme

Data Expertise and Artificial Intelligence

Tampere University of Applied Sciences

Harness the power of data and AI to shape the future

Learn how to leverage data to your advantage and elevate your skills by incorporating artificial intelligence into your expertise.

Application period

7–21 January 2026

Type

Master's degree (UAS)

Degree earned

Master of Business Administration
Master of Engineering

Planned duration

1 - 1.5 years

Extent of studies

60 - 90 ECTS credits

City

Tampere

Form of learning

Full-time studies

Tuition fee for non-EU/EEA citizens

12000 € per academic year

Link to scholarship programme

NB! This programme is mainly online and does not have the required amount of contact teaching in Finland to allow immigration!

NB! Submit a pre-task assignment with your application!

Data Expertise and Artificial Intelligence is a professional mid-career Master’s degree and requires 2 years (24 months) of documented working experience after Bachelor’s.

Digitalisation is rapidly reshaping society and organisations, driving the demand for new competencies in the workforce. To thrive in this evolving landscape, professionals across industries need to enhance their data skills, recognise AI opportunities, and navigate ethical considerations.

Our Master's degree in Data Expertise and Artificial Intelligence prepares you to excel in specialist and development roles where data and AI are central, or where these technologies will drive future innovation.

Throughout the program, you'll learn to identify data needs and explore data utilization opportunities within your field. You'll develop skills in data analysis and visualisation, while gaining hands-on experience with AI methods and applications. No prior ICT knowledge is required to embark on this journey.

 

Applicants with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration as well as other suitable Bachelor’s degrees can apply to the programme. The Bologna educational structure has the Bachelor’s degrees at either 240 or 210 ECTS credits which brings the Master's to either 60 ECTS (MEng) or 90 ECTS credits (MBA).

NEXT APPLICATION PERIOD : 7-21 January 2026

Student selection is based on a pre-task assignment submitted together with your application and an online interview with the academic staff for top candidates.

Applicants who have completed their Bachelor´s degree outside of Finland must provide an English language proficiency certificate (see exceptions below). Applicants who do not have to provide the English language proficiency certificate:

  • Applicants who have completed higher education degree in Australia, Canada, the European Union or EEA, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom, or the United States

List of accepted language tests is in the general application instructions.

Want to hear more from our students? Chat with TAMK student ambassadors:

https://www.tuni.fi/en/study-with-us/apply-to-tamk/tamk-student-ambassadors/chat 

Curriculum

Detailed information on the content and structure of the studies is included in the curriculum.

Become a student

Learn more about the studies, admissions, and eligibility criteria on Studyinfo. In addition, applications are submitted via the Studyinfo.fi service.

Need more information?

You can find all the information on course content, structure of studies and the actual application form in Studyinfo (link below). Please read through carefully before sending in questions. If - however - you have questions regarding the application process, please contact TAMK Admissions: admissions.tamk(at)tuni.fi For questions regarding the content or structure of the programme, please contact Mr. Esa Kunnari: esa.kunnari(at)tuni.fi