Program Overview

Introduction to the Data Expertise and Artificial Intelligence Program

The Data Expertise and Artificial Intelligence program is offered by Tampere University of Applied Sciences. This professional mid-career Master's degree is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to leverage data and artificial intelligence in their expertise.

Program Overview

The program focuses on harnessing the power of data and AI to shape the future. It is designed for professionals across industries who need to enhance their data skills, recognize AI opportunities, and navigate ethical considerations.

Degree Earned

Upon completion of the program, students can earn either a Master of Business Administration or a Master of Engineering degree.

Planned Duration and Extent of Studies

The planned duration of the program is 1 to 1.5 years, with an extent of studies ranging from 60 to 90 ECTS credits.

City and Campus

The program is located in Tampere, at the Main Campus of Tampere University of Applied Sciences.

Form of Learning

The program is offered as full-time studies.

Tuition Fee for Non-EU/EEA Citizens

The tuition fee for non-EU/EEA citizens is 12,000 euros per academic year. Scholarships are available.

Application Period

The separate application period is from January 7 to 21, 2026, at 15:00 (UTC+2).

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration, as well as other suitable Bachelor's degrees. A minimum of 2 years (24 months) of documented working experience after the Bachelor's degree is required. Applicants who have completed their Bachelor's degree outside of Finland must provide an English language proficiency certificate, unless they have completed their higher education degree in Australia, Canada, the European Union or EEA, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom, or the United States.

Student Selection

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

Curriculum

Detailed information on the content and structure of the studies is included in the curriculum. The program prepares students to excel in specialist and development roles where data and AI are central, or where these technologies will drive future innovation. Throughout the program, students learn to identify data needs, explore data utilization opportunities, develop skills in data analysis and visualization, and gain hands-on experience with AI methods and applications.

Program Structure

The program is designed to enhance students' data skills and recognize AI opportunities. No prior ICT knowledge is required to embark on this journey. 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).

Key Features

• The program is mainly online and does not have the required amount of contact teaching in Finland to allow immigration.
• A pre-task assignment must be submitted with the application.
• The program requires 2 years (24 months) of documented working experience after the Bachelor's degree.
• Digitalisation is rapidly reshaping society and organisations, driving the demand for new competencies in the workforce.
• The program equips students with the skills necessary to thrive in this evolving landscape.