Lapland University of Applied Sciences (LAPIN AMK)
Bachelor of Engineering in Machine Learning and Data EngineeringRovaniemi, Finland
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 9,500 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* the amount of tuition fees depends on the starting year of your studies
Introduction
The Degree Program in Engineering will provide you with the skills and knowledge to work as a machine learning and data engineering specialist.
The main emphasis and specialization areas in the program are machine learning and data engineering.
This engineering program gives you the qualification to work in expert positions or as an entrepreneur in the field of machine learning and data management in local and international operating environments.
The program is carried out in close cooperation with the northern industry and business sectors. You get to study various areas of machine learning and AI, such as programming, mathematical methods, algorithm design, and data collection from sensors to cloud technologies. You will get to know IoT and automation systems too. You will also learn how to work on projects as a specialist and also manage projects. You will gain practical expertise to help you work in various challenging international operating environments.
Finnish language studies are a key part of the studies. In the development of machine-based data processing and decision-making, you will take into account a responsible and value-based perspective. In your studies, you will develop your foresight skills and find new ways to strengthen responsible and data-driven businesses. The studies include guided and goal-oriented practical training. The educational institutes and companies will guide the development of your competence towards common, predetermined goals.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships at Lapland University of Applied Sciences for international degree programme students from outside the EU and EEA states.
Scholarships for a Bachelor’s degree programme:
At Lapland UAS, the annual tuition fee for international students from outside the EU and EEA states is EUR 9,500 per academic year.
Third-year students
A student receives a scholarship on the basis of completing the Finnish assessment test and the progress of studies. The student must have completed at least 120 credits after the second year. Students who have achieved level 2 or 3 in language proficiency and made progress in their studies will receive a scholarship of EUR 4,750. The results of assessment tests completed during studies will be accepted.
Fourth-year students
A student receives a scholarship on the basis of completing the Finnish assessment test and the progress of studies. The student must have completed at least 180 credits after the third year. Students who have achieved level 3 in language proficiency and made progress in their studies will receive a scholarship of EUR 1,500 in degree programmes of 210 credits and EUR 3,000 in degree programmes of 240 credits. The results of assessment tests completed during studies will be accepted.
Discretionary scholarships:
Lapland UAS may provide a discretionary scholarship for students from outside the EU and EEA states accepted through a separate application process for completing their studies when the student has completed all studies except the thesis. The scholarship (50% of the annual tuition fee) will be provided retroactively if the student can complete their degree within the target time. The discretionary scholarship is subject to a separate application process.
Application:
The scholarship policies defined here apply to students selected for their studies in 2024.
Curriculum
Core Competences (Select all)
- Start university studies (ENG)
- Seminar: Machine Learning and Data Engineering
Mathematics and Natural Sciences (Select all)
- Algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
- Probability, Statistics, and Optimization
- Linear Algebra
- Electromagnetism
Data and Programming (Select all)
- Introduction to Programming
- Web Programming
- Introduction to information management
- Introduction to Data Analytics
- Introduction to Machine Learning Methods
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Project: Data Analytics and Visualization
Intelligent Systems (Select all)
- ICT Infrastructure and Computer Technology
- Electronics
- Electronics as part of an IoT solution
- Robotics
- Project: Internet of Things (IoT)
- Project: Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Business and Management (Select all)
- Business Skills and Entrepreneurship
- Production economy
- Using data in business
- Technologies of the future
- Project: Startup and business development
Finnish (Choose credits: 0)
- Finnish 1
- Finnish 2
- Finnish 3
- Finnish 4
English and Swedish (Choose credits: 0)
- English for ICT-engineers
- Swedish for ICT-engineers
- Communication
- English for ICT engineers 2
- Swedish Oral Skills
- Swedish literary skill
Practices (Select all)
- Basic Internship 1
- Basic Internship 2
- Professional Internship 1
- Professional Internship 2
- In-depth professional training 1
- In-depth professional training 2
Elective Studies (Elect credits: 10)
Profiling Knowledge (Select all)
Machine Learning and Data Engineering (Select all)
- Cloud-Based Machine Learning
- Advanced-Data Analytics
- Advanced-Data Management
- Deep Learning
- Advanced Machine Learning Methods
- Reinforcement Learning
- Project: Data Engineering and Machine Learning
- Project: Machine Learning and AI
Research and Development Expertise (Select all)
- Research Methods
- Design phase of the thesis
- The thesis implementation phase
- The finishing stage of the thesis
Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.
Program Outcome
Studying in English improves your language skills which is a valued skill in working life. You benefit from studying in English:
- Good language skills are highly valued by the working life
- You learn to work in multicultural teams
- You will start creating your international, professional networks already during your studies
- You will improve your language skills.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Engineers may work in the following positions, for example:
- Project Specialist
- Data Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Machine Learning Specialist
- Artificial Intelligence Developer