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Master’s studies
At LUT, you can choose from 29 technology or business Master’s programmes in English. The programmes are mainly on-campus, but we also offer one online programme.
MASTER’S PROGRAMMES IN ENGLISH:
Technology
Chemical Engineering
» Biorefineries » Sustainable Biomass and Bioproducts
Engineering (triple degree) » Water Technology
Computational Engineering
» Data-Centric Engineering
Electrical Engineering
» Electric Transportation Systems » Electrical Engineering
Energy Technology
» Energy Conversion » Nuclear Engineering » Sustainable Energy Systems
Environmental Technology
» Sustainability Science and Solutions » Circular Economy
Industrial Engineering and Management
» Global Management of Innovation and Technology » Innovation and Logistics
Mechanical Engineering
» Industrial Design Engineering » Materials Science and Technology » Mechanical Engineering
Software Engineering
» Digital Systems and Service Development » Software Engineering and Digital Transformation » Software Product Management and Business » Sustainable ICT Solutions of Tomorrow (double degree) » Software Engineers for Green Deal (triple degree)
Business Administration
» Business Analytics, business administration » International Business and Entrepreneurship » International Marketing Management » Strategic Finance and Analytics » Supply Management
In each Master’s programme, you will graduate within two academic years with a unique skill set that meets the demands of industry and business. Each programme is 120 ECTS credits: 90 ECTS credits for courses and 30 ECTS credits for a final thesis (1 ECTS credit = 27 hours of work related to the course; includes in-class lectures, out-of-class assignments, preparation for an exam, exam).
By completing the programme, you will earn a Master’s degree in either technology, M.Sc. (Tech.), or business administration, M.Sc. (Econ. & Bus. Adm.).
The programmes are arranged in either Lappeenranta or Lahti campuses, as well as in Kouvola and Mikkeli units.
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HOW TO APPLY
Start the application process by familiarising yourself with the programmes available and choosing the one that is most suitable for you. Apply to a Master’s programme through either regular or rolling admission.
Regular admission
Complete the online application form during the regular application period and submit the required documents. Apply 1 December 2022–18 January 2023.
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Eligibility:
Suitable Bachelor’s degree, verified English language test, min. GPA requirements in some programmes
Rolling admission
Complete the online application form during the rolling application period and submit the required documents. Apply 1 November 2022–15 May 2023.
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Eligibility:
Business programmes: suitable Bachelor’s degree, GMAT/GRE test, verified English language test, min. GPA requirements Technology programmes: suitable Bachelor’s degree, min. GPA requirements + possible interview, verified English language test
Additionally, each programme has its own specific requirements; see the programme web pages for details. Read more: lut.fi/masters
Minimum language test requirements in all Master’s programmes in both admissions: » IELTS Academic / IELTS Indicator / IELTS Online - 6.5 » TOEFL iBT / TOEFL iBT Home Edition / TOEFL Paper Edition - 92 » PTE Academic / PTE Academic Online - 62 » C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency by Cambridge Assessment English C
TUITION FEE AND SCHOLARSHIPS
The tuition fee for non-EU/EEA citizens (excluding citizens of Switzerland) is EUR 13 500 in all Master’s programmes.
Scholarships available:
» Finland Scholarship for the first year. Covers the tuition fee and living costs of EUR 5 000. In most of the programmes. » LUT Scholarship of EUR 6 000 for the second year in all programmes.
Eligibility requires 60 ECTS credits completed in the first year of studies.
Early bird fee
An early bird discount of EUR 6 000 is available in all Master’s programmes in regular admission. The early bird fee for the first year is EUR 7 500.
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A discount of EUR 6 000 is available in all Master’s programmes in rolling admission. The discount fee for the first year is EUR 7 500.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
BIOREFINERIES
Learn to develop new solutions for utilising renewable and recycled biomass.
» Acquire skills in designing, planning, assessing and operating sustainable biorefining processes. » Learn about renewable feedstocks and biobased products and their markets. » Specialise in modern and emerging biorefining technology and design approaches.
This is a distance learning programme. Modern teaching methods such as inquiry based learning and virtual laboratories are applied. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 19 ECTS credits
research methodology, technology and society, sustainability
» Advanced specialisation studies, 58 ECTS credits
advanced biorefineries, bioenergy, development of new sustainable products, chemical and biochemical conversion of biomass, separation technologies (filtration, membranes, adsorption, extraction), wastewater treatment, bioeconomy
Capstone course, 10 ECTS credits:
Biorefinery process development project
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any disciplines at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» Product development engineer » Process design engineer » Entrepreneur » Researcher
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/biorefineries
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Erasmus Mundus Master’s Programme SUSTAINABLE BIOMASS AND BIOPRODUCTS ENGINEERING
Master the sustainable engineering solutions.
» Become a highly demanded specialist in the development of engineering solutions of bio-products manufacturing. » Learn to innovate, design, and utilise bio-based materials with a sustainable effect on local and global sustainability challenges. » Become an expert in clean technologies related to the use of bioprocesses for biofuels, biobased chemicals and products.
This is a triple degree programme with Wrocław University of Science and Technology (WUST), Poland, and the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM), Spain.
Programme content
The programme is divided into four semesters.
» Core studies, 30 ECTS credits
the first semester in Wrocław focuses on biomass and bioproducts fundamentals
» Advanced specialisation studies, 60 ECTS credits
the second semester in Ciudad Real emphasizes engineering aspects of bio-based materials the third semester in Lappeenranta deals with applications of bioproducts
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
the fourth semester involves writing the Master’s thesis.
You may select one of the thesis topics offered by our academic and industrial partners. The location depends on the topic. Degree: triple degree from LUT, WUST and UCLM, Master of Science in Technology, Master of Chemical and Process Engineering, Master of Chemical Engineering Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Wrocław, Ciudad Real, Lappeenranta Participation costs: self-funded non-EU/EEA citizens EUR 13 500/ year. No fees for EU/EEA citizens. Scholarships: 20 places available with no participation costs for non-EU/EEA citizens and EU/EEA citizens.
After graduation:
» Bioproduct engineer » Biomass conversion specialist » Engineering consultant » Solution and technology provider » Research engineer or researcher
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/sbbe
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
WATER TECHNOLOGY
Focus on sustainable water treatment and water reuse.
» Become an expert in novel, sustainable materials and technologies for water treatment. » Learn about advanced water treatment technologies, covering conventional water purification, advanced oxidation, and various separation methods. » Acquire the latest knowledge about chemical engineering in water treatment.
The programme has a EUR-ACE label and ASIIN accreditation.
Programme content » Core studies, 9 ECTS credits
laboratory safety, research methodology
» Advanced specialisation studies, 46-61 ECTS credits
Compulsory studies: sustainable water technology, water treatment technologies, sustainable water use
Alternative studies: solid-liquid separation, precipitation, crystallisation, coagulation and flotation methods in water treatment, membrane technology, biological waste water treatment, environmental and industrial analytics, advanced materials in adsorption and ion exchange
» Minor studies, 0-30 ECTS credits
advanced process engineering, bio-based chemical engineering and advanced chemistry
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any disciplines at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Mikkeli unit Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Research and development specialist » Water treatment plant manager » Water treatment specialist » Environmental specialist » Research scientist
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/water-tech
COMPUTATIONAL ENGINEERING
DATA-CENTRIC ENGINEERING
Become an expert in data-driven engineering and science.
» Gain deep understanding of data-centric engineering and uncertainty quantification or computer vision and pattern recognition. » Understand physical phenomena and solve industrial and socioeconomic problems cost-efficiently using computational tools. » Specialise in simulating complex systems and improving their functionality, or in creating algorithms transforming data into knowledge.
Programme content » Advanced specialisation studies in one of two fields, 53 ECTS credits
Applied mathematics: modelling and simulation systems, inverse problems, intelligent data analysis and uncertainty quantification, computational fluid dynamics
Computer vision and pattern recognition: computer vision and machine vision, pattern recognition and data analytics based on machine learning, digital imaging, image processing and analysis
» Minor studies, 20-24 ECTS credits
technical physics, business analytics, software engineering and digital transformation, embedded systems and communications
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any disciplines at LUT, incl. business and management studies
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer » Computer vision and pattern recognition expert » Modelling and simulation engineer in industry » Academic positions
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/data-centric-eng
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
» Specialise in conversion, the use and control of electric systems, and solar economy. » Learn to apply theories of electrical engineering to practical electrotechnical applications. » Find out how to use energy efficiently in a sustainable, industrial and consumer-oriented economy.
The programme has a EUR-ACE label and ASIIN accreditation.
Programme content » Core studies, 28 ECTS credits
technology and society, energy efficiency, laboratories, internship, power electronic converters, applied mathematics
» Advanced specialisation studies, 40–50 ECTS credits, select one of the following
solar economy, control and automation, control and communication, electromechanics, electrical drives or power electronic design
» Minor studies, 0-23 ECTS credits
bioenergy technology, environmental responsibility
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
select from any disciplines at LUT, incl. language courses
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Chief technology officer (CTO) » Test engineer » Automation engineer » Production development manager » Sales manager » Design engineer
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/electrical-eng
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ELECTRIC TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
Get a profound understanding of electrical transportation systems as a whole.
» Learn to apply appropriate technology solutions for the development of future electric transportation systems. » Acquire skills to compare different energy storage options and choose a suitable one for different applications. » Learn to analyse the role and influence of electric vehicles in the energy system as well as the power and energy transmission of electrical vehicles all the way from the grid to the drivetrain. » Describe information technologies related to transportation systems and apply them, for example, to develop flexible charging systems.
Programme content » Core studies, 25 ECTS credits
fundamentals of electric transportation systems, power electronic converters and scientific computing, laboratory work
» Advanced specialisation studies, 45 ECTS credits
smart grids and electricity markets, energy storages, electrical drives and power electronics, embedded systems and IoT in electrical transportation systems Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lahti campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Application specialist » Integration engineer » Technical project manager » Design engineer
» Minor studies; one of the following can be selected:
Mechanical engineering for electrified transportation systems; 20 ECTS credits, Circular economy; 20 ECTS credits, Industrial engineering and management; 20 ECTS credits
Alternatively, you can specialise in advanced topics in power electronics, electric and hybrid drivetrains, and wireless communication systems to complete alternative specialisation studies, 20 ECTS credits
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/electrictransportation-systems
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
select from any disciplines at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
ENERGY CONVERSION
Learn to understand different aspects of energy production and conversion.
» Learn to analyse, design and select technologically, economically, environmentally and societally relevant energy conversion processes for different applications. » Apply and develop mathematical models to solve energy-related challenges. » Design energy systems for a sustainable future.
The programme has a EUR-ACE label and ASIIN accreditation.
Programme content » Core studies, 22 ECTS credits
technology and society, maintenance management, power plant design, applied mathematics
» Advanced specialisation studies, min. 42 ECTS credits
Compulsory studies: steam turbines, fluid machinery, design of fluid machinery, thermal design of steam boilers, advanced modelling tools for transport phenomena, advanced topics in the modelling of energy systems, steam boilers
Alternative studies: bioenergy and energy use in the forest industry, turbulence models, computational fluid dynamics, energy economics, renewable energy technology, nuclear power plant engineering Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» R&D engineer » Energy specialist in consulting » Managerial positions in energy production » Sales manager in the energy equipment industry » Senior design engineer
» Minor studies, 0-30 ECTS credits
environmental responsibility, renewable energy and energy efficiency, bio-based chemical engineering
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/energy-conversion
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any disciplines at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
NUCLEAR ENGINEERING
Learn how to utilise nuclear power safely.
» Learn to understand how different energy technology related equipment, plants, processes and systems relate to nuclear energy. » Understand the nuclear fuel cycle. » Find out about protection against ionising radiation.
The programme has a EUR-ACE label and ASIIN accreditation.
Programme content » Core studies, 28 ECTS credits
maintenance management, nuclear power plant engineering, technology and society, applied mathematics
» Advanced specialisation studies, min. 42 ECTS credits
Compulsory studies: nuclear reactor design, computational nuclear thermal hydraulics, nuclear reactor physics methods, nuclear reactor physics analyses, nuclear reactor dynamics, steam turbines, theoretical nuclear thermal hydraulics, experimental nuclear thermal hydraulics
Alternative studies: energy systems engineering, steam boilers, energy scenarios, turbulence models, reliability engineering, computational fluid dynamics, energy economics
» Minor studies, 0-30 ECTS credits
environmental responsibility, renewable energy and energy efficiency, modelling of energy systems, technomathematics, technical physics
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any disciplines at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Design engineer » Reactor engineer » Safety engineer » Radiation protection engineer » Researcher » Nuclear plant director
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/nuclear-eng
STUDENT EXPERIENCES
AAPO’S STORY
While completing my Bachelor’s degree in environmental and energy technologies, I understood that nuclear energy is the only way to tackle the global climate crisis. Fortunately, we have a great place to study nuclear engineering in Finland: LUT University. At least this is what I heard from former students of LUT.
Naturally, it took me some time to get used to the university practices after my previous studies at a university of applied sciences. All the professors and lecturers were very helpful in the transition. I also ended up choosing way too many courses in addition to the mandatory ones, as the variety of choices was so wide. Even though it sometimes felt like I was spending too much time at the university, I guess most of it was just hanging out with the other students.
Right from the beginning, Lappeenranta felt very international. Even thought I had some existing local contacts, I still ended up spending the majority of my time at the university with international students. The student community was very welcoming, and it was easy to mix with the “older” students and become part of the group. Every time I had a question, somebody was eager to help even if they did not actually have any idea about the task at hand.
Spring 2020 was pretty exceptional for everyone because of the global pandemic. This naturally affected the studies and posed some new challenges for the professors and students. The Lappeenranta campus transitioned to distance learning effortlessly and quickly, as most of the courses could already be carried out remotely.
Many people seem to think that nuclear engineering is very complicated and impossible to understand. I would say that anything concerning physics can be challenging, and in the end, nuclear power plants are just big water boilers.
After the first year in the Master’s programme, I’m really looking forward to the second year to see what new things I can learn about nuclear power from LUT’s interesting and inspiring professionals. Meanwhile, I’ll be working at a Finnish nuclear energy company creating simulations for radiation safety, using the methods I learned at LUT.
Aapo Tommila, Finland
Master’s student, Nuclear Engineering
ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS
Become a professional in modern and sustainable energy systems.
» Acquire professional skills to work as a specialist in energy technology. » Obtain competence to design and analyse sustainable and modern energy systems. » Learn how new and sustainable energy systems, such as storages,
P2X, and heat pumps, are integrated into existing energy production and consumption, including economic, environmental and societal aspects. » Focus on modelling, solving, analysing energy-realted problems and challenges and designing relevant technology, processes and systems. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 23 ECTS credits
energy economics, power plant design, energy-related societal topics, and applied mathematics
» Advanced specialisation studies, 69 ECTS credits
sustainability, heat pumps, energy storages, energy markets, energy carriers, energy planning
» Minor studies, 20-30 ECTS credits
complement your skills with suitable minor studies, such as international business and management, modelling of energy systems, renewable energy and energy efficiency, environmental responsibility or Finnish culture and language.
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» R&D engineer » Energy specialist in consulting » Managerial positions in energy production » Sales manager in the energy equipment industry » Senior design engineer
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/ses
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Become an expert in improving resource efficiency to promote the circular economy.
» Explore ways to keep materials and other resources at their highest value while minimising waste, energy use and emissions. » Find out about innovative approaches to circularity, new technologies and systemic transitions. » Learn to create sustainable business models based on the principles of circular economy. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lahti campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 34 ECTS credits
basics of circular economy and grand sustainability challenges, food-energy-water nexus, interplay between technology and society
» Advanced specialisation studies, 29 ECTS credits
deeper understanding of waste management technologies, traffic systems, different cycles in a circular economy, mechanisms enabling sectoral sustainability transitions
» Minor studies, 20-24 ECTS credits
for example: energy technology, innovation and performance management, entrepreneurship, urban ecology, sustainability science
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
for example: life-cycle assessment, pollution control, business and sustainability, materials processing
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» Sustainability specialist » Environmental consultant » Expert in urban/regional planning » Developer of circular business models » Officer in environmental administration
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/circular-economy
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE AND SOLUTIONS
Find solutions to global environmental challenges through systems thinking.
» Understand the broader context of environmental challenges to identify more sustainable solutions through life cycle assessment. » Recognise opportunities offered by new technological innovations to promote sustainable development. » Solve environmental problems in a way that profits both business and the environment.
The programme has a EUR-ACE label and ASIIN accreditation. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 38 ECTS credits
life cycle assessment, system transition, energy efficient environment, business and sustainability, renewable energy technology
» Advanced specialisation studies, 24 ECTS credits
air pollution control, sustainable water use, waste management technology, circular economy for materials processing
» Minor studies, 20-24 ECTS credits
renewable energy and energy efficiency, international business and management, bio-based chemical engineering, energy technology
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
sustainability and IT, water treatment, sustainable strategy, energy in traffic systems
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» Environmental specialist » Emissions specialist » Sustainability specialist » Environmental authority » Environmental and safety specialist in industry
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/sustainability-science
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
GLOBAL MANAGEMENT OF INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
Understand the impact of global megatrends on innovation management in firms.
» Find out ways to transform ideas into innovations and business value. » Learn to work in an international, constantly changing and networked environment. » Explore the future challenges of industry and learn to cope with them.
The programme has ASIIN accreditation.
Programme content » Core studies, 31 ECTS credits
strategic technology and innovation management, strategic entrepreneurship in an age of uncertainty, research methods and system modelling
» Advanced specialisation studies, 35 ECTS credits
inventive design and advanced TRIZ, open innovation, software and application innovation Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Product manager » Development manager » Business analyst » Project manager » Innovation consultant/ researcher
» Minor studies, 24 ECTS credits, select from
environmental responsibility, software engineering and digital transfomation, circular economy, embedded systems and communications, bio-based chemical engineering
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any disciplines at LUT
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/gmit
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
INNOVATION AND LOGISTICS
Become a top expert in international logistics and innovation.
» Focus on experiential learning, sustainability and digital transformation. » Specialise in innovation and logistics and learn from top academic and industry experts. » Develop an entrepreneurial, critical and innovative mindset to solve business challenges with global and local industrial companies.
Programme content » Core studies, 31 ECTS credits
management in logistics and innovation, digital transformation and sustainability, research methods and analytics
» Advanced specialisation studies, 35 ECTS credits
analytics in logistics and innovation, entrepreneurship, new technology commercialisation and venturing, supply chain risk management, open innovation and ecosystems, industry 5.0 in logistics and innovation
» Minor studies, 24 ECTS credits
select from: sustainable energy, environmental responsibility, software engineering, circular economy, advanced material engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical and process engineering
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any discipline at LUT
» Master’s thesis 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Kouvola unit Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Head of logistics or innovation unit » Expert in international innovation and logistics » Project manager » Entrepreneur and business owner » Researcher in academia or business
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/inlog
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN ENGINEERING
Become an expert in product development meeting the demands of end users and the environment.
» Specialise in product development: a combination of product design, manufacturing processes, ergonomics, material development, aesthetics and sustainability. » Focus on the design and development of innovative products or production processes. » Utilise modern manufacturing technologies, design skills, and new materials through close cooperation with industries. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lahti campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 33 ECTS credits
research methods, product design and production process, selection of materials, applied mathematics, additive manufacturing
» Advanced specialisation studies, 57 ECTS credits
sustainable design, ergonomics in design, interaction of products and consumers, productivity and sustainability in sheet metal production, design communication and visualisation, innovation in design, product design and production processes, structural and mechanical system design, forming and assembly for metal product design
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» Industrial designer » Design engineer » Product designer » Brand manager » Production manager » Interaction designer » Packaging designer » Researcher
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/industrial-design-eng
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Solve problems of product design, material selection, material development or production design.
» Take a systematic and analytical approach to practical mechanical engineering tasks in the field of material science. » Focus on the importance of material selection and the required solutions of production technology as a part of the multi-disciplinary design process of products. » Apply the principles of modelling of metallic and composite materials. » Understand the importance of materials and manufacturing processes in P2X technologies and SDGs. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 35 ECTS credits
selection criteria of materials, research methods, 3D forming and converting of materials, additive manufacturing and principles of industrial manufacturing processes
» Advanced specialisation studies, 51 ECTS credits
modelling of metallic and composite materials, smart, nano and composite materials, materials and welding metallurgy, recycling processes for materials in a circular economy, and materials processing and sustainable manufacturing of composite materials and products
» Elective studies, 4 ECTS credits,
credits to complete the degree any discipline at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» Material development manager » Product manager » Material production manager » Material quality manager » Expert on environmental and sustainability affairs » Material standardization manager » Material scientist or researcher
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/materials-science-andtechnology
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
» Learn to utilise fully digitised design, simulation and production environments in different areas of mechanical engineering. » Find out the special features of mechanical engineering design,
IoT, the automatised and robotised production and manufacture of products, material selection, and modelling. » Learn about computer-aided design technologies and technoeconomically efficient production methodologies integrated with the utilisation and development of advanced materials. » Apply additive manufacturing to implement your innovative product ideas.
Programme content » Core studies, 35 ECTS credits
General studies: research methods, leadership and management
Engineering studies: principles of manufacturing processes, reliability based design, material selection, simulation of mechatronic machines, engineering in a digitised environment
» Advanced specialisation studies, 49–51 ECTS credits, select two course packages from
digital engineering, robotics and mechatronics, laser processing and additive manufacturing, welding production and metallurgy, steel structures, composites and hybrid materials, industrial design engineering, sustainable manufacturing processes
» Elective studies, 4–6 ECTS credits
business oriented studies, language studies, etc., freely chosen by the student
» Master’s thesis 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Production manager » Production supervisor » Design manager » Automation specialist » Quality manager » Engineering specialist
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/mechanical-eng
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
DIGITAL SYSTEMS AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
Become an expert in the development of human-centred digital services.
» Learn to analyse a problem and identify and elicit human-centred needs and values for digital services. » Design, develop and evaluate data-driven and connected software-intensive smart services. » Apply, evaluate, and adapt software processes and software development tools to meet the needs of human-driven digital services. » Analyse, develop and manage new software-based digital services in the industry. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lahti campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 35 ECTS credits
software engineering models and methods, requirements engineering, user experience design, project on full stack software development
» Advanced specialisation studies
Compulsory studies: service design, intelligent systems and services, cloud services and infrastructure.
Alternative studies: a wide variety of courses to deepen your knowledge in areas such as game development or data-intensive systems.
» Elective studies, credits to complete the degree
any disciplines at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» Digital service engineer » Cloud service engineer » Smart service developer » Service designer » Project manager » Software engineer » Software systems architect » Team leader » Full stack developer
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/dssd
SOFTWARE CHANGES THE WORLD
Software and technology are increasingly important in our daily lives. With the aid of digitalisation, the structures, trends and operating methods of society are being renewed and expanded, offering countless opportunities for IT experts.
Programming skills give you the tools to solve important societal challenges. These challenges can relate to, for example, digitalisation, reducing energy consumption, the research and development needs of the business world, guiding consumer behaviour towards sustainability, or simply solving a societal or organisational problem by introducing a new software service, product or system to provide assistance and information.
Whatever challenges the future holds for the fields of engineering, science and technology, one thing is certain: they will involve software development and programming. Not everyone should become a programmer, but everyone should understand at least the fundamentals of how the digital world around us functions.
Software development skills are needed in every discipline of science, technology and engineering.
Jussi Kasurinen Head of the degree programmes in Software Engineering
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Master the digital ecosystems and digital business.
» Become a leading developer of software and digital services and transform business processes. » Learn about software maintenance and the testing and fixing of software. » Become an expert in software development and quality assurance.
The programme has a Euro-Inf® label and ASIIN accreditation.
Programme content » Core studies, 31 ECTS credits
software engineering models and methods, requirements engineering, running a software project, research design methods
» Advanced specialisation studies in one of two fields, 35 ECTS credits
Software Engineering: software and system architectures, dataintensive software systems, software maintenance, quality assurance in software development
Digital Transformation: business process modelling, impact and benefits of digitalisation, digital business platforms, business intelligence and data mining, data-intensive systems
» Minor studies, 24 ECTS credits
industrial engineering and management, embedded systems and communications or international business and management
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Software developer » Software architect » User experience specialist » Digital transformation consultant » Business intelligence manager » Database administrator » Business service innovator » Digital transformer
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/sedt
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
SOFTWARE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS
» Become a trailblazer in and a manager of software product and service development. » Learn about organising development work and managing software projects. » Become an expert in software development and product management. Degree: Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lahti campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens
Early bird and scholarships:
available
Programme content » Core studies, 31 ECTS credits
software engineering models and methods, requirements engineering, running a software project, research design methods
» Advanced specialisation studies, 48 ECTS credits
Compulsory studies: software business and digital platforms, software innovation, process management
Alternative studies: business process modelling, business intelligence and data mining, sustainability and IT, software maintenance, fundamentals of game development
» Elective studies, 11 ECTS credits
any disciplines at LUT
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits After graduation:
» Senior software developer » Software product manager » Product owner » Business development director » Software project manager
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/spmb
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Nordic Master’s Programme in SUSTAINABLE ICT SOLUTIONS OF TOMORROW
» Become a software engineer who can design ethical, usable and privacy-aware software solutions for a sustainable future. » Learn to design, develop and deploy digital solutions and services. » Become an expert who has an impact on sustainable and ethical decisions and the user (human or machine) experience and privacy.
This is a double degree programme with Aalborg University Copenhagen (AAU), Denmark.
Programme content » Core studies, 35 ECTS credits
research design and methods, software design and development,
ICT solutions for sustainable development goals
» Advanced specialisation studies, 55 ECTS credits
Two options available:
Sustainable software engineering specialisation at LUT is based on core studies in software engineering education and applies sustainable thinking.
Sustainable ICT solutions specialisation at AAU builds on
Internet technologies from a sustainable perspective.
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
The programme is divided into 4 semesters, each 30 ECTS credits. The studies include an exchange period in the other partner university depending on the specialisation. Degree: double degree from LUT and AAU, Master of Science in Technology Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Locations: Lappeenranta, Aalborg Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Software developer » Software architect » User experience specialist » Project manager
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/sustainable-ict-solutions
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Erasmus Mundus Master’s Programme SOFTWARE ENGINEERS FOR GREEN DEAL
» Become a software engineer with a sustainable mindset to improve the well-being of people through software solutions. » Learn to innovate, design and implement software-based solutions with a sustainable effect on local and global sustainability challenges. » Become an expert who has an impact on individuals, societies, industries and governments through new responsible ways of developing systems.
This is a triple degree programme with University L’Aquila (UnivAq), Italy, and Vrije Universtiteit Amsterdam (VUA), the Netherlands.
Programme content
The programme is divided into four semesters:
» Core studies, 36 ECTS credits
the first semester in Aquila focuses on software engineering fundamentals
» Advanced specialisation studies, 54 ECTS credits
the second semester in Lappeenranta emphasises sustainable software the third semester in Amsterdam deals with software for sustainability.
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
the fourth semester deals with writing the Master’s thesis.
You may select one of the thesis topics offered by our academic and industrial partners Degree: triple degree from LUT, UnivAq and VUA Master of Science in Technology Master of Science in Computer Science Master of Computer Science Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Locations: Aquila, Lappeenranta, Amsterdam
Participation cost:
EUR 9 000/year for non-EU/ EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens. Scholarships: available
After graduation:
» Software developer » Software architect » User experience specialist » Scrum master » Sustainability consultant
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/segd
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BUSINESS ANALYTICS,
business administration
Master the digital ecosystems and digital business.
» Learn relevant business analytics methods, such as data analytics, modelling, and simulation. » Specialise in applied business research. » Learn to apply methods to real-world data in a real-world business. » Learn to build decision support tools using advanced multiplecriteria decision-making methods. » Learn to use the software tools that are being applied in industry.
Programme content » Core studies, 60 ECTS credits
business analytics tools, econometrics and investment analysis, operations research, fundamentals of business analytics
» Advanced specialisation studies, 24 ECTS credits
business analytics tools and methods in a practical context, managerial decision making in a practical context, data analytics in economics
» Language studies, 6 ECTS credits
in one foreign language (excl. English)
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Business analyst » Business development specialist » Business development manager » Project manager » Business controller
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/ba-business
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
INTERNATIONAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT
Become an expert in global marketing with strong marketing analytics skills.
» Specialise in global marketing. » Enter the exciting and fast-paced world of strategic global marketing management, digital marketing and marketing analytics. » Learn to apply different marketing tools and strategies in the context of international technology and knowledge-intensive markets.
Programme content » Core studies, 48 ECTS credits
Compulsory studies: strategic global marketing management, strategic issues in digital marketing, marketing analytics, B2B marketing, consumer behaviour in the age of digitalisation, marketing of high technology innovations
Alternative studies: brand management, innovation management, responsible international business, sales and negotiation skills, digital marketing in action
» Advanced specialisation studies, 12 ECTS credits
strategic international marketing management, international entrepreneurship challenge Degree: Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Marketing manager » Marketing researcher » Digital marketing manager » Customer behaviour consultant » Business development consultant » Product and brand manager
» Minor studies, 24 ECTS credits
for example: sustainable business, digitalisation and business analytics, international business and entrepreneurship, strategy and innovation, also a minor subject in engineering
» Language studies, 6 ECTS credits
courses at different levels (excl. English)
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/mimm
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Learn to start a business and lead its growth to international markets.
» Specialise in global business and learn to consult for real companies and entrepreneurs about international strategies. » Manage a company’s growth, strategy, finances and resources in international markets. » Understand global trade and internationalisation strategies of companies and recognise and seize international opportunities.
Programme content
Core studies, 48 ECTS credits
Compulsory studies: global business environment, dimensions of entrepreneurship, strategies of business growth, melting pot of entrepreneurial competencies, international entrepreneurial journey, internationalization of a firm and global marketing, innovation management
Alternative studies: sustainable global sourcing, prototype project at J. Hyneman Center, responsible international business
» Advanced specialisation studies, 12 ECTS credits
international entrepreneurship challenge, international business strategies
» Minor studies, 24 ECTS credits
international marketing, sustainable business, digitalisation and business analytics, strategy and innovation Degree: Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Startup entrepreneur » Export manager » Subsidiary manager » Director of international operations » Internationalisation consultant
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/mibe
» Language studies, 6 ECTS credits
courses at different levels (excl. English)
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
STRATEGIC FINANCE AND ANALYTICS
» Specialise in financial management and the tools and techniques of business analytics. » Prepare for a career in forward-going businesses making fact-based decisions in a competitive business landscape. » Understand the main theories and concepts of finance and international financial markets and the use of information technology in business development and transformation.
Programme content » Core studies, 78 ECTS credits
Strategic finance: financial econometrics, financial risk management, banking and insurance finance, international financial management, financial theory and valuation
Analytics for finance: information systems in corporate management, investment and business analysis, analytics for business, advanced decision-making
» Advanced specialisation studies, 6 ECTS credits
real option analysis
» Language studies, 6 ECTS credits
courses at different levels (excl. English)
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Business controller » Financial analyst » Financial development manager » Business development manager » Management consultant
Read more about the programme: » lut.fi/msf
STUDENT EXPERIENCES
COMFORT’S STORY
I finished my Bachelor’s degree in business management from Centria University of Applied Sciences here in Finland. During the second year of my Bachelor’s studies, I realised that business management is a wide field and I had to figure out which aspect I was eager to learn more about.
At one point, I took a supply management course, and from then on, I knew that was what I wanted to do. Fast-forward to after my Bachelor’s degree: I proceeded to study supply management at LUT.
My first encounter with Finland was four years ago when I moved here to study. I was startled by how different it was from my home country Nigeria. However, I was positively surprised by how much Finland values education and its accessibility to all. One of the most important lessons I have learnt in Finland is to think outside the box.
Studying supply management at LUT has been a dream come true for me – I have enjoyed every aspect of it. My primary reason for choosing LUT was its high qualifications and how seriously the school takes sustainability.
During the course of my studies at LUT, there have been several guest lecturers who have allowed me to see supply management from a practical perspective.
I must also mention the cosy library we have access to as students: it has great reading spaces, books, journals, and computers. All these have made studying at LUT an interesting experience.
Finally, I must say studying at LUT has been life changing. I can highly recommend LUT as a place to study especially for someone who is curious and values consistent learning both independently and in teams.
Comfort Akinbola, Nigeria
Master’s student, Supply Management
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
SUPPLY MANAGEMENT
» Become a decision-maker in global supply networks. » Understand the importance of supply management in sustainable business and value creation. » Focus on sustainable supply strategies, global challenges of sourcing and the development of purchasing and supplier relationships.
Programme content » Core studies, 42 ECTS credits
Compulsory studies: strategic supply management, financial supply management, sustainable global sourcing, supply chain design and management » Alternative studies: global business environment, green logistics,
B2B marketing
» Advanced specialisation studies, 18 ECTS credits
external resource management and value networks, risk management in supply chains, supply chain improvement
» Minor studies, 24 ECTS credits
international marketing, sustainable business, digitalisation and business analytics, international business and entrepreneurship
» Language studies, 6 ECTS credits
courses at different levels (excl. English)
» Master’s thesis, 30 ECTS credits
Degree: Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration Duration: 2 years Language: English Credits: 120 ECTS credits Location: Lappeenranta campus Tuition fee: EUR 13 500/year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No fee for EU/EEA citizens.
Early bird and scholarships:
available
After graduation:
» Global sourcing director » Supply manager » Category manager » Strategic buyer
