Bachelor's Degree
World is digitalising fast, and the field of ICT is developing rapidly. In the Bachelor's Degree Programme of Information and Communication Technology you will get all the ICT, project and teamwork skills needed in ICT tasks in the future work life. Apply and start your ICT career in Finland!
ICT (Information and Communications Technology) skills have a high demand today.
Information and communication technology is a fundamental part of our modern society. Digitalisation, automation and intelligent systems are transforming the way we work, and how organisations operate. An increasing number of services, business models and innovations rely on secure and reliable ICT solutions: devices require access to the Internet, physical services are replaced by internet-based electronic services, and AI has become a non replaceable part of various actions.
As our lives and organisations are more and more dependent on ICT solutions, it is critical that we will have new experts who are able to apply new technologies to various innovations and make sure that these digital services are produced in secure manner.
In the Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology, you will learn how to build and utilise information technology in a digitalised and automated society. The studies provide you with the skills to design, develop and test ICT solutions that meet real working-life needs, while preparing you to operate in international and multidisciplinary environments.
As an ICT engineer, you will have strong competence in both software development and information technology. You understand the principles of software engineering from requirements specification to implementation and testing, and you are familiar with the full software development lifecycle. You are familiar with programming logic and common algorithms, and you are able to use design, version control and documentation tools.
During your studies, you will also gain an understanding of computer systems, operating systems and communication networks. You know how to design and maintain networks, servers and databases, and utilise cloud services for business needs. You will also learn how to process, analyze and visualize data efficiently.
Through optional studies, you can deepen your expertise in selected areas and develop into a specialist of your choice, with strong readiness for continuous professional growth, entrepreneurship and international working life.
As an ICT engineer, you will have strong competence in both software development and information technology. You understand the principles of software engineering from requirements specification to implementation and testing, and you are familiar with the full software development lifecycle. You are familiar with programming logic and common algorithms, and you are able to use design, version control and documentation tools.
During your studies, you will also gain an understanding of computer systems, operating systems and communication networks. You know how to design and maintain networks, servers and databases, and utilise cloud services for business needs. You will also learn how to process, analyze and visualize data efficiently.
Through optional studies, you can deepen your expertise in selected areas and develop into a specialist of your choice, with strong readiness for continuous professional growth, entrepreneurship and international working life.
At Jamk, you can customize your study path by personal learning plan.
Once you have grasped the fundamentals of information technology, you can dive deeper into a topic that interests you. These options include professional studies in Software Development, Systems Maintenance, Cyber Security, or Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics.
These studies enable you to develop into a specialist in the area of your choice and increase your ability to work as an engineer after graduating.
Gain strong practical skills in software development and professional software engineering. After completing this module, you have the skills to design, implement and test software solutions using industry-relevant methods and tools. This module boosts your growth into a software development expert, who can build reliable and well-structured solutions in demanding professional environments.
Gain practical insight into how operating systems, servers and computing environments function and are maintained in modern ICT infrastructures. After completing this module, you have the skills to work with Linux and Windows systems, manage system resources, utilise servers and cloud services, and understand the fundamentals of computer architectures and digital number systems. This module gives you practical knowledge of system automation, data networks and data centre solutions, which you can apply to maintaining stable, scalable and well-controlled ICT infrastructures.
Build a strong foundation in cyber security, and its technical and organizational dimensions. After completing this module, you have the skills to plan, implement and evaluate cyber security practices using internationally recognized standards, risk management methods and security testing techniques. This module supports your growth as a cyber security specialist by combining technical expertise, auditing and testing skills, and hands-on experience from realistic cyber security exercises.
Gain a solid understanding of how data analytics and artificial intelligence are used to solve real business problems. After completing this module, you have the skills to process, analyze and visualize data, apply machine learning methods, and develop AI-based solutions using commonly used tools (e.g. Pandas, TensorFlow and scikit-learn) and techniques. This module provides you skills and project experience that you can utilize in growing into a data analytics and artificial intelligence expert in modern working life.
Information and Communication Technology Degree Programme contents:
The studies are implemented in English, which is the general language used in the ICT sector. By studying in English, your verbal language skills will improve during e.g. voluntary student exchange, projects, and various exercises.
During practical training you will gain invaluable hands-on experience and apply your knowledge in work life. At the end of your studies, you can tackle real-world challenges through a final thesis that combines practical and theoretical research. The final thesis is also a way to demonstrate your expertise and readiness for the professional world.
These studies also prepare you for continuous professional development. You will learn an entrepreneurial and innovative approach and are capable of working as entrepreneur.
After graduation, you are well prepared to work as an ICT professional in international and technology-driven organizations. You have necessary skills e.g. to plan, develop and implement information technology solutions that support digitalisation, automation and secure operations. Your work typically involves collaboration in multidisciplinary teams, project-based development and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving field.
As a graduate of the Information and Communication Technology Degree Programme, you have a wide range of career opportunities, which are based on the knowledge and competencies you have gained during your professional studies.
Potential roles include, for example:
These roles are found across various industries and international organizations, offering strong career prospects in a globally in-demand field.
After accumulating at least two years of work experience post-graduation, you're eligible to apply for master's degree studies. You can also further your education by applying for university master's degree programs or similar offerings. Moreover, a bachelor's degree from a university of applied sciences opens doors to higher education institutes abroad for master's-level studies. Continued education opportunities include specialisation studies, open courses, and career-oriented continuing education.
A graduate with a master's degree from a university of applied sciences can apply for postgraduate studies in science or arts at universities (Act 558/2009, Section 37).
During your studies, you will learn by doing.
Your studies include lectures, project-type learning assignments, and online studies. You will also participate in many teamwork projects, as do many workplaces in the field. Some courses include exercises that require your attendance in laboratory environments. At a later stage, you will carry out challenging project work for commissioners, to deepen your professional competence and create work-life relationships. As communication skills are important for various customer projects in the working life, you will need expertise in both verbal and written communications, which you hone during your studies.
Finland's most modern and versatile laboratory environments
The studies utilise Finland's most versatile laboratory environments and various ways of learning. You have access to Finland's most modern and versatile laboratory environments, such as Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
First- and second-year studies will have an 80 % attendance requirement. This means that you are required to attend at least 80 % of the teaching hours offered.
By participating in lessons, you will learn important work-life skills such as teamwork and interaction skills and get to know your fellow students. If you need to be absent for compelling reasons, such as illness, you can discuss and agree on justified absences with your teachers.
If you have difficulties obtaining a residence permit by the beginning of the autumn semester, Jamk offers you the possibility to study remotely during the autumn semester of 2026. However, it is highly recommended that you join on-campus classes as soon as you receive the residence permit.
The online study mode will not be possible from January 2027 onwards, as you are expected to be able to continue your studies on campus in the spring semester.
Student story
I have been consistently surprised at how useful my social-science background has been in my studies. There is a misconception that IT work is entirely technical. This could not be further from the truth. The ICT programme’s emphasis on practical engineering means students have the opportunity to develop skills in a range of interesting settings.
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Student story
“A degree programme in English provides extensive skills and the ability to work in the field of modern multinational technology. Software business is already fundamentally international, and the current remote work model speeds up this development."
Ilkka Turunen, Field CTO, Sonatype
Read Ilkka´s storyA student tells about Information and Communication Technology studies.
