Master of Engineering, Cloud-Driven Artificial Intelligence

The scope of the studies is 60 ECTS, and the planned duration is 1 academic year. The studies consist of profiling studies, optional studies and the Master’s thesis. The courses are conducted in English and organised in a blended learning format, which is more flexible to combine with working life, as it includes less contact teaching than daytime studies. 

During the degree, multimodal learning methods are used. The learning process consists of lectures, independent work, distance learning assignments and development projects. In addition, independent distance studies in the student’s own time are required. 

Studies start in the end of August with orientation, which requires on-campus attendance. Teaching will take place either on-campus or online. One cannot participate from home or from one’s own computer without a justified and approved reason. Teaching will take place between 10 am and 8 pm, around 2-3 times a month.

The study environment in Centria is very international, providing great opportunities to improve and practice your language skills, or to learn about new cultures and habits. In addition to this, exchange possibilities are available also on Master’s level to attend a semester at one of our 130 partner institutions abroad. 

The Master’s thesis is a development project, which is a combination of theory and practice. It is a highly important, integral part of the degree, and you will get a chance to start planning it from the early stages of your studies. This project aims to develop your ability to find new research information and apply it in your thesis work. It will help you gain the expertise you need in challenging managerial positions.

The scope of the thesis is 30 ECTS. You can find Master’s theses written by our students on www.theseus.fi.  

Most of our students work full-time already during their studies. By completing the Master’s Degree programme, you have the possibility to proceed towards more demanding tasks. Our graduates work in various positions as directors, project managers, or in other managerial positions in the field of IT. After graduation, you can also apply for PhD studies in Finland or abroad. 

Please notice that some applicants are obligated to pay tuition fees. If you are not an EU/EEA citizen or if you do not have a document that exempts you from paying the tuition fees, you are obliged to pay them.

Please note that Centria UAS uses Flywire to accept payments from international students worldwide. This is the only accepted way to pay the tuition fee. Centria does not approach students with any other payment methods. Please only use the payment link provided in the conditional offer letter.

More information about the tuition fees can be found here.

You are eligible to apply for the programme if you have

• a higher education degree in computer science or similar subject completed in one of the universities or universities of applied sciences in Finland
• a higher education degree in computer science or similar subject completed in one of the European Union or the European Economic Area countries.
• a higher education degree in computer science or similar subject completed outside the EU/EEA-area countries.

Applicants are obliged to have at least two years of relevant work experience, gained after obtaining the Bachelor´s degree (applicants can accumulate work experience until the end of July 2025).

Applicants are also required to submit a proof of English language proficiency since the Master’s studies are conducted in English. Those applying with GRE and GMAT test results do not need to submit a proof of language proficiency.

English language skills can be proved by the following documents:

1. English language test results:
   • IELTS Academic*: a minimum total score of 6.0 (Test sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking)
   • TOEFL Academic (iBT)*: a minimum total score of 60 (Test sections: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing)
   • PTE Academic*: a minimum total score of 55 (Test sections: Speaking and Writing, Reading, and Listening)
   • Cambridge English Scale Score: a minimum total score of 169 (Test sections: Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening, and Speaking)
2. National Certificate of Language Proficiency (YKI) English: Grade 4 or higher on all the subtests (speaking, listening comprehension, writing, and reading comprehension)
3. Higher education degree completed in English in an EU/EEA country, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom, or the United States, or a doctoral thesis completed in English in any country
4. Upper secondary degree completed in English in an EU/EEA country, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom, or the United States
5. One of the following grades in the Finnish Matriculation Examination, European Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, or Reifeprüfung/DIA completed in Finland:
   • Finnish Matriculation Examination: English advanced syllabus with a minimum grade C
   • The whole International Baccalaureate degree completed in English
   • International Baccalaureate final examination: English A HL/SL or English B HL/SL with a minimum grade 4
   • European Baccalaureate: at least grade 6.00 in L2-level English
   • Reifeprüfung/DIA diploma completed in Finland: at least grade 7 in advanced English
6. Certificate of higher education degree completed in Finland

* IELTS Academic UKVI, IELTS Online, PTE Academic Online, PTE Academic UKVI and TOEFL iBT Home Edition are also accepted.

Only the tests listed above will be accepted. No exceptions will be made.

There are no expiration dates, but the language test results must be verifiable from the online verification service of the organiser until 31st of March 2025. The TOEFL test cannot be verified after two years. The IELTS test cannot be verified after three years. If the test scores can no longer be verified, the test is not valid. The applicant should make sure that the test results are not too old. If the applicant is unsure and the test results are more than 2 years old, it is advised to retake the test.

Point 1 above:

• When taking the language test, the applicant should choose the university of applied sciences that uses the International UAS Exam as the recipient of the results, if possible. The results must be at least sent to the university of applied sciences that is listed highest on the list of targeted study programmes in the application form. If possible, the test results should be sent to every university of applied sciences using the International UAS Exam where the applicant has applied to. The applicant must also attach a scanned/electric copy of the test result to the application for verification purposes, and notify their unique identifier.

Point 2 above:

• If applying with the National Certificate of Language Proficiency (YKI), the unique identifier is not necessary. However, the applicant must attach a scanned/electric copy of the test result to the application for verification purposes.

Points 3-4 above:

• The applicant must attach a certificate of their previous degrees. The applicant must also attach a document that shows the language of the degree and the country of studies.
• The degree/programme must be taught and assessed entirely in English. The language of instruction must be clearly indicated on the educational documents.
• If the applicant’s degree includes courses or diploma-level qualifications that have been completed outside of the specified countries/area, or courses conducted in a language other than English, the degree might not meet the requirement.
• If the applicant has completed a doctoral thesis in English, they need to attach the evaluation of the thesis.

Point 5 above:

• The applicant must attach a certificate of their grades.

Point 6 above:

• The applicant must attach a certificate to prove they are studying for one of the mentioned degrees or about to graduate during the autumn season from one of the mentioned degrees.

To demonstrate his/her eligibility, the applicant must include the following attachments to the application form:

• Copy of original Bachelor’s or Master’s degree certificate and transcript A degree certificate is awarded by an educational establishment to show that you have successfully completed a course of study. The degree certificate should include: the name of the institution awarding the degree, the date of issue (the date of issue is the official date of graduation and the required two years of work experience is to be gained after that) and the name of the person to whom the degree certificate has been issued and which title/degree the person has been awarded. Please note that a temporary or provisional degree certificate is accepted if it was awarded no more than five years earlier. Transcript of records or an academic transcript should include: the name of the person to whom the transcript has been issued, full titles of units that the student has completed for the degree and date of issue. 
• Authorized translation of the Bachelor’s or Master’s degree certificate if the originals are not issued in Finnish, Swedish or English. The translation must have the translator’s signature and stamp.
• Copies of testimonials: testimonials of the work experience entered on the application form. The testimonials need to be in English, Swedish or Finnish. Only work experience that is documented by the employer’s testimonial with signing date can be accepted. The testimonials/work certificates should show starting and closing dates as well as a description of work tasks. If you have worked part-time, the work certificates should indicate the number of work hours per month. 150 work hours or 20 working days (the minimum length of one full working day is 7 hours) compares with one month of work experience. Work experience gained as an entrepreneur, in one’s own or family business, can be documented by a certificate from an unchallengeable third party, such as a bookkeeper.
• A proof of English language proficiency (Those applying with GRE and GMAT test results do not need to submit a proof of language proficiency.)
• Copy of passport or EU/EEA ID card: All applicants must upload a copy of passport/official identification card to their application form to confirm the identity in the online entrance examination / interview. Please note that, if you receive an approved result in the first phase but you have not submitted a valid identification document by the given date, you will be rejected from the second phase. Only the following documents are accepted as proof of identity:
  • passport
  • Finnish identity card with a photo, issued by police
  • Finnish driver’s licence
  • another EU/EEA country identity card with a photo
  • Also, an expired passport or identity card is accepted if its validity has expired on 31 March 2024 or later.

The deadline for submitting the documents is 22nd of December 2024 at 15:00 Finnish time (UTC/GMT+2) at the latest.

Selection method 1 

Entrance exam. More information below.

Selection method 2 

• GMAT™ Exam, current format (Focus Edition) ≥ 475
• GMAT™ Exam, previous format (10th Edition) ≥ 500

We accept scores from both test centre-based and online exams. Sending GMAT score results to Centria UAS, please visit: mba.com/exams/gmat-exam/scores/sending-your-score To locate our programs, please search by Centria University of Applied Sciences. 

or

• GRE 150 points in both the quantitative and verbal reasoning sections (ie. a minimum of 150 points for each of the sections)
  Acceptable GRE tests are the GRE General Test and the GRE Revised General Test. Centria UAS 
  also accepts GRE® General Test at home. GRE Subject Test results are not considered in student selection.

Centria UAS GRE designated institution code is 1503.  Detailed information about the GRE General Test including score use guidelines and score interpretation materials, is available in the GRE Scores section on the GRE website.

Please note, all applicants must also submit an application at Studyinfo.fi and meet the eligibility criteria for the master’s degree studies. Those applying with GRE and GMAT test results do not attend the entrance exam or interview or need to submit a proof of language proficiency. Eligible students with acceptable GMAT or GRE scores will be accepted already during the application round on the first-come first-served basis until all available places for this selection method are filled.

Test results must be delivered to Centria UAS Admission Services by the end of application period directly from the test center.

Students are selected based on a comprehensive multi-step evaluation process. This process encompasses an online entrance examination, submission of a Statement of Purpose (SoP), a draft proposal, an introductory video, and culminates in a final interview.

Pre-requisites for Application:

Applicants must complete and submit (for examination) the following tasks when filling out the application form:

1. Upload a one-page Statement of Purpose (SoP) detailing their interest and qualifications for the program.
2. Submit a maximum of a two-page draft proposal outlining the brainstorming process for a potential research or software engineering project.
3. Include a video introduction lasting between 2 to 4 minutes. In this video, applicants should introduce themselves and explain their motivation for choosing this program.

The deadline for submitting the documents is 22nd December 2024 at 15:00 Finnish time (UTC/GMT+2) at the latest.

It’s important for applicants to verify that the email address provided in the application is functional, as important updates and guidelines will be sent via email.

Entrance Interview Evaluation:

The examination will also include an evaluation of the applicant’s English language proficiency.

Note: A functional computer with a stable internet connection is obligatory for participation in the online examination.

The concluding stage of the selection process is a final interview, to be held in January. In this interview, the Statement of Purpose and draft proposal will likely be discussed to gain deeper insights into the applicant’s capabilities and aspirations.

Please note that those applying with GRE and GMAT test results do not need to attend the entrance exam or interview.