Program Overview

Information processing science

Data processing science is a field that focuses on the development and application of information technology. Its goal is to create added value for people and organizations using software.

Study computer science in Oulu

With your expertise, you will be able to influence what the world will become as digitalization progresses. You get an excellent foundation for user-centered design and developing software or information systems with an understanding of people's needs.

Degree program

In the computer science degree program, you can become an expert in the development of computer software or focus on guiding the development of information technology in people's everyday lives and in organizations.

• Starting places: 150
• Degree title: Bachelor of Natural Sciences and Master of Philosophy
• Degree scope: 180 + 120 credits
• Application period: Spring's second joint application 10.24.3.2026, University open application 10.24.3.2026

Open valve

You will gain experience in the field you are pursuing and learn academic skills at the same time. By completing the required studies, you can apply to become a degree student at the University of Oulu.

Work, live, study

You complete your studies in a work-life style, as the exercises and projects are often done in collaboration with companies or public organizations.

Professional titles

After graduation, you will most likely be employed in an information technology company, a service and industrial company, the public sector, or an educational organization. Your professional title can be, for example:

• software or application architect
• software or user interface designer
• Lead Developer
• Senior Software Engineer
• Full-stack Developer
• system analyst
• IT consultant
• team leader
• project, product development or information management specialist—

Study details—

You can find the structure and course content of the computer science degree program in the study guide of the University of Oulu.

• Bachelor's studies in computer science
• Master's studies in data processing science

Orientation options

You can choose software production or information systems as your major.

• The software production orientation option applies a systematic approach to software development.
• In the orientation option of information systems, the usefulness, use, and impact of information technology on people's activities are examined.

Median salary

The median salary is 5,299.