Bachelor of Engineering | Industrial Information Technology

International career in the field of IT

This international engineering degree programme offers excellent opportunities to work in Finland, Europe, and around the world.

The Industrial Information Technology degree programme equips engineering students for global careers in industrial IT, focusing on software production, networks, embedded systems, IoT, and research and development.

During their studies, students learn how to design and develop digital solutions in industrial environments using new IT technologies and methods.

Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering

The earned qualification is an undergraduate degree (a bachelor’s degree). After earning the degree, you can apply for work in private sector businesses as well as public sector organisations that require an applicable university degree.

Tuition fee

No tuition fees for EU/EEA students. EUR 11,000/academic year for students from outside the EU/EEA.

Tuition fees and scholarships

Where can Industrial Information Technology graduates work?

As a graduate of the Industrial Information Technology degree programme, you can work in designing and developing digital solutions in industrial environments.

Graduates can pursue roles as technological experts, managers, designers, developers, and sales engineers in various industries and the information technology sector. As an IT engineer, you can find work in Finland, Europe, and around the world.

In your work, you will utilize new IT technologies and methods, and can build a career focusing on software production, networks, embedded systems, IoT, and research and development.

Possible job titles

Technological Expert
Manager
Designer
Developer
Sales Engineer

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Learning takes place in an international, multicultural environment, as our degree students come from all over the world.

What do the studies consist of?

The structure of the studies includes:

Core studies 15 ECTS credits
Professional and complementary studies 180 ECTS credits
Practical training 30 ECTS credits
Thesis 15 ECTS credits

Industrial Information Technology students learn how to design and develop digital solutions in industrial environments using new IT technologies and methods. Students will study, train, and learn through work-based projects in close cooperation with local partners.

During their studies, students act as project managers or leaders of individuals and larger teams, communicating, working, and negotiating with people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

All the studies will be conducted in English. Students may choose a few courses conducted in Finnish.

Contents of studies

Industrial Physics
Mathematical Problem-Solving Methods and Tools
Introduction to Industrial ICT Engineering
Embedded Systems
Designing and Implementing a Data Pipeline
DevOps Engineering
Virtualization: Networks and Security

Study guide

Explore the detailed study contents in LAB’s study guide.

Study guide

Apply for bachelor's programmes

You can apply during the following application periods.

Rolling admission: 1.11.2025–31.3.2026

Read about application process and apply at Studyinfo

On-campus studies, Lahti

Do I have to pay tuition fees?

Higher education institutions in Finland charge tuition fees for students from outside the EU/EEA area. Be sure to check the details on tuition fees, available scholarships, and the early bird discount.

Tuition fees and scholarships

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How to apply: Rolling Admission

In LAB Rolling Admission, applicants are selected to English-taught bachelor's programmes that begin in August 2026. The application period is 1 November 2025–31 March 2026.

What do the different modes of teaching mean?

With on-campus studies, your learning takes place on campus. You will follow the timetable and attend classes, mainly during the day. You will also develop the practical skills required for your degree in the campus learning, simulation, and laboratory facilities.

Some courses may be delivered flexibly online or include online elements.

Bachelor’s degree programmes include mandatory work placements.

Campuses

LAB University of Applied Sciences has campuses in Lahti, Lappeenranta and online.

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Applicant's guide

In the Applicant’s Guide, you will find information about degree programmes, the application process, tuition fees, campuses, and more.

Applicant's guide 2026 (pdf)

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