Study Guides

The Study guides include information on degrees, curriculums, study units and current academic year's teaching timetables.

Study guide 2024–2025

University’s new study guide for academic year 2024–2025 is now published at https://opas.peppi.oulu.fi/en/index?period=2024-2025

Previous study guides can be found via links.

Study guide 2023–2024

Study guide 2022–2023

Study guide 2021–2022

Study guide 2020–2021

Older Study guides are found in here.

If you have questions on information in the study guide, please contact the respective study field's Faculty Study Services.

The teaching of the Open University of the University of Oulu can be found on the Open University's website.

For you

Select your degree program from the list. If instructions for the selected degree program differ from the university's general guidelines, they will appear below.

Oulu Business School

Oulu Business School study guides and degree structures

Oulu Business School offers two bachelor’s programmes (in Finnish and English) and six master´s programmes in economics and business administration.

The bachelor’s degree programme Economics and Business Administration is taught mainly in Finnish consisting of three (3) years of study with 180 ECTS credits. The degree awarded is Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business Administration (B.Sc. in Econ.&Bus.Adm.).

The bachelor’s degree programme International Business Management is taught in English consisting of three (3) years of study with 180 ECTS credits. The degree awarded is Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business Administration (B.Sc. in Econ.&Bus.Adm.).

Master’s degree programmes are taught in English and they consist of two (2) years of study, equaling the workload of 120 ECTS credits. The degree awarded is Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration (M.Sc. in Econ.&Bus.Adm.). Students are admitted to the master’s programmes either through the Oulu Business School bachelor’s programme of through master’s programme admissions (for applicants outside Oulu Business School).

Study Guide of Economics and Business Administration, Bachelor and Master of Science (3y + 2y) (in PEPPI)
Study Guide of International Business Management, Bachelor and Master of Science (3y + 2y) (in PEPPI)
Study Guide of Master´s Programmes (2y) (in PEPPI)

Incoming exchange students can find more information about the course offering from the exchange student’s Study Guide (in PEPPI).

International double degrees

Students of Oulu Business School can complete some of the master’s degrees as a double degree with international partner institutions. Further information is available through For you -pages under each master's programme.

HEC Management School, University of Liège, Belgium - Master's programme in Finance
KEDGE Business School, France - Master's programme in Sustainable Marketing and International Business Management
Pforzheim University, Germany - Master's programme in Financial and Management Accounting

University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), USA

Double degree is aimed at students in OBS master’s programmes with their bachelor’s degree completed at Oulu Business School. In addition to master’s studies in Oulu, the double degree consist of one academic year of MBA-studies at University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA. After completing the studies according to the study plan, the student is awarded both M.Sc. and MBA-degrees. We inform students of open calls for applications in the News for students and on this website. The call for Double Degree studies in 2025-2026 is open until November 27, 2024.

Faculty of Humanities

The Faculty of Humanities offers a wide variety of subjects.

The main subjects in the Faculty are Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, English, Finnish Language, German Language and Culture, History, History of Science and Ideas, Information Studies, Literature, Logopedics, Swedish Language, Saami (Lappish) Language and Saami Culture. The last two are organized in the Giellagas Institute.

Please note that Finnish is the main language of instruction for all degree programmes and subjects at the Faculty of Humanities, excluding English, German Language and Culture, Swedish Language and Saami Language.

Information on international Master's programmes and other study opportunities in English can be found on the Admissions website.

If you are a new international degree student or exchange student, please see the instructions for new students.

Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine

Application call 1.-18.11.2022

International Double Degree at the Master´s Level, Biochemistry

Interested into truly international studies? If yes, you should consider Molecular Medicine Double Degree line in Master´s Programme in Biochemistry, Master of Science.

In cooperation by

University of Oulu, Finland

University of Ulm, Germany

Application period: 1.-18.11.2022

Number of Study Places: 5

Student Selection: This admission is available for M.Sc. students that initiate their studies at the University of Oulu, according to the agreement between Medical Faculty of Ulm University, Germany and University of Oulu, Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, Finland.

The double degree is open for regular students at the FBMM studying in the national B.Sc./M.Sc. programme or in the international Master programme Biochemistry. If student is selected to Double Degree, then the track becomes automatically Molecular Medicine.
Applicants from the national B.Sc./M.Sc. programme Biochemistry must have completed their B.Sc. studies by the time of application.
Preference will be given to students that have initiated M.Sc. studies within 12 months before the end of the application period. Other applications may be considered if justified (e.g. sickness, parental leave etc.).

The selection process is comprised of two stages:

Stage I: Application documents
Stage II: Interviews

Stage I: Application documents, which are required for Biochemistry, Double Degree programme:

Copy of Bachelor’s (or higher) degree certificate in original language / Temporary (provisional) degree certificate
Translation of Bachelor’s degree certificate if original document is not issued in English, Finnish or Swedish. Applicants graduating after the application deadline must send a degree certificate not later than 10.12.2022
Copy of transcript of records of Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in original language
Translation of transcript of records of BSc, MSc or doctoral degree if original document is not issued in English, Finnish or Swedish
Curriculum Vitae
Motivation Letter

Stage II: Interviews

The second stage of the selection will be an interview by zoom, skype or teams (or by telephone if other platforms are unavailable). Focus of the interview will be questions relating to motivation and career aspirations, and how the double degree will serve the future plans of the applicants. The interview will also be a test of the ability of the applicant to understand and communicate effectively in English. The interviews will typically be 30-40 minutes in length.

DETAILED SELECTION CRITERIA

Stage I: Applications (max. 40 points)

The applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

The level and the relevance of the applicant's overall study record in the completed degree(s) as well as in the ongoing M.Sc. studies at the FBMM (0-25 points)
The quality of the applicant's CV and Motivation letter* (0-15points)

Stage II: Interview (max. 30 points)

The final selection is carried out based on the interview in English (0-30 points). A distance interview (zoom or equivalent) will be arranged for a minimum of 10 applicants. Focus of the interview will be the motivation and career aspirations, and how the double degree will serve the future plans of the applicant.

The minimum number of points

The minimum number of points to be considered for the programme is 40.

The maximum number of points

The maximum number of points achievable is 70.

Rules for the applicants with the same score

A maximum of 5 students will be selected to the Molecular Medicine Double Degree track according to their ranking based on their overall academic background and their performance in the interview. In the case of overall equal points, the interview will be used to separate the candidates.

Prerequisites for applicants

Applicants have to have previously completed a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science or a doctoral degree. Additionally, they have to be enrolled in an M.Sc. programme at the Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine and actively started their studies in the programme.

Please note that conditional admission is possible if the applicant receives the degree certificate from the previous degree after the application deadline. The final degree certificate must be submitted latest on 10.12.2022.

Application procedure in Oulu

Apply to be a potential double degree student at the University of Oulu at the latest 18.11. by 15.00 by sending an email to study.fbmm(a)oulu.fi
The application period is for Master studies starting in Ulm University in April 2023
All applications and the required documents have to arrive by the deadline, late applications are not considered.
Applicant must send the application with attachments to Academic Affairs Service Team of the Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine as an attachment to email to address study.fbmm(at)oulu.fi
Kindly write in the subject field of the email “APPLICATION FOR SPECIALIZATION OF THE DOUBLE-DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOCHEMISTRY”.
Kindly remember to write in the attachments your name and identity number / social security number.
After processing the application, Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine will send you an e-mail notification informing you of your application status.

Requests for rectification: https://www.oulu.fi/forstudents/node/55808

For further information, please contact:

Academic Affairs (email: study. fbmm(at)oulu.fi)
Jari Heikkinen, Education Designer
Piia Rantakokko, Lead Specialist

Programme Leader

Alexander Kastaniotis

Study guides and degree structures

Faculty of Education and Psychology

Faculty of Science

Study guide for academic year 2023-2024 is published at Peppi.

Computer Science and Engineering

Programme Structure Diagrams 2023-2024

Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 year + 2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Degree Programme in Digitalisation, Computing and Electronics, CSE_DICE (BSc, Tech), Language of Instruction: English
Computer Science and Engineering, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
Biomedical Engineering, Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering ( Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Science) (2y) Language of Instruction: English

Programme Structure Diagrams 2022-2023

Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 year + 2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Degree Programme in Digitalisation, Computing and Electronics, CSE_DICE (BSc, Tech), Language of Instruction: English
Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2 years), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
Biomedical Engineering, Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering ( Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Science) (2y) Language of Instruction: English

Programme Structure Diagrams 2021-2022

Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 year + 2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Degree Programme in Digitalisation, Computing and Electronics, (BSc, Tech) 2021-2022, Language of Instruction: English
Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
Biomedical Engineering, Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering ( Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Science) (2y) Language of Instruction: English

Programme Structure Diagrams 2020-2021

Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 year + 2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
Biomedical Engineering, Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering ( Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Science) (2y) Language of Instruction: English

Programme Structure Diagrams 2019-2020

Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 year + 2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
Biomedical Engineering, Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering ( Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Science) (2y) Language of Instruction: English

Programme Structure Diagrams 2018-2019

Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 year + 2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
Biomedical Engineering, Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering ( Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Science) (2y) Language of Instruction: English
ICT further education, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of instruction: Finnish

Programme Structure Diagrams 2017-2018

Computer Science and Engineering, Bachelor of Science (Technology) and Master of Science (Technology) (3 year + 2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2 year), Language of Instruction: Finnish
Computer Science and Engineering, Master's Programme in Computer Science and Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering: Signal and Image Processing (2y) Language of Instruction: English
Biomedical Engineering, Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering, Master of Science (Technology) (2 y) Language of Instruction: Finnish

Study guides

The study guide contains a detailed description of the courses. While the some printed guides are in Finnish, you can fuse Peppi to find more information in English.

Information Processing Science

Structure of Studies

Tietojenkäsittelytieteiden tutkinto-ohjelma, luonnontieteiden kandidaatti (LuK, 3+2)

Tietojenkäsittelytieteiden tutkinto-ohjelma, filosofian maisteri (FM, 3+2),

Tietojenkäsittelytieteiden maisteriohjelma, filosofian maisteri (FM, 2)

Software, Systems and Services Development in the Global Environment (GS3D), Master's Programme in Information Processing Science, Master of Science (MSc, 2)

European Masters Programme in Software Engineering (EMSE), double degree, Master's Programme in Information Processing Science, Master of Science (MSc)

Työvoima- ja muuntokoulutukset

Transition from a Structure of the Studies to Another

Replacement table for the students who began in autumn 2018 or earlier

Electronics and Communications Engineering

Programme Structure Diagrams / Curriculums 2023-2024

International Master's Degree Programme in Wireless Communications Engineering (WCE) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
International Master's Degree Programme in Electronics (ECE) (2y), Language of Instruction: English
International Master's Degree Programme in Sustainable and Autonomous Systems (SAS) (2y), Language of Instruction: English

Study guides

The study guide contains a detailed description of the courses. You can find the newes guides and information in English from Peppi Study Guide.

English

The structure of 2020-21 Bachelor's degree
The structure of 2020-21 Master's degree
The structure of 2019-20 Bachelor's degree
The structure of 2019-20 Master's degree
The structure of 2018-19 Bachelor's degree
The structure of 2018-19 Master's degree

Please see also the web page of English (e.g. news and events, contact information of the staff).

NB! Courses in English are only open for students who have the offical study right for English as a main subject or as a subsidiary subject.

Don't forget to subscribe to e-mail lists Eng-students (English students) and Verbapapa (student guild Verba).

Curriculum

Instructions for writers of research papers and pro gradus

Alternative ways to complete courses

NOTE! If you want to select any of the alternative ways to complete a course listed below, you should always contact the examiner of the course first.

The courses marked with a * are available during the summer.

COMPULSORY COURSES

*682376P Approaches to English Language Studies (5 ECTS credits)
The course is held in the autumn term, during periods I and II. It is recommended to complete the course during the autumn term. An alternative method for taking the course will be provided in the spring and summer terms for students unable to take the course in the autumn.
For more information, please contact the examiner Pentti Haddington.

*682377P Introduction to Literature in English (5 ECTS credits)
The course is held in the autumn term, during periods I and II. It is recommended to complete the course during the autumn term. An alternative method for taking the course may be provided at other times if the student is unable to take the course in the autumn. The alternative study option is based on home assignments.
For more information, please contact the examiner Jarkko Toikkanen.

*682380A Research in Language Studies (5 ECTS credits)
The course is held in the spring term, during periods III and IV. An alternative method for taking the course will be provided for students unable to take the course. It is recommended to complete the course during the spring term. The alternative study option is based on home assignments and a final exam in Examinarium.
For more information, please contact the examiner Tiina Keisanen.

*682381A Researching Literature and Culture (5 ECTS credits)
The course is held in the spring term, during periods III and IV. The students should first complete 682377P Introduction to Literature in English. It is recommended to complete the course during the spring term. An alternative method for taking the course may be provided at other times if the student is unable to take the course during the spring term. The alternative study option is based on home assignments.
For more information, please contact the examiner Jarkko Toikkanen.

*682430P Introduction to North American Studies (5 ECTS credits)
The course is held in the spring term, during periods III and IV. It is recommended to complete the course during the spring term. An alternative method for taking the course will be provided in the autumn for students unable to take the course in the spring. The alternative study option is based on a home essay.
For more information, please contact the examiner Steven Coats.

682431A English Grammar (5 ECTS credits)
The lecture-based option of the course is offered in the spring term, during periods III and IV. Students wishing to take the course as independent study may do so either in parallel with the lecture-based option in the spring term or entirely independently in the autumn term. The independent-study option is based on various readings and assignments as well as a final exam.
For more information, please contact the examiner, university lecturer Mirka Rauniomaa.

ELECTIVE COURSES

Intermediate Studies

*682333A Topics in Linguistics / Interaction Studies (5 ECTS credits)
In this alternative study option for intermediate studies, the student may focus on one of the following areas of language and social interaction: interactional linguistics, multimodal conversation analysis, technology-mediated interaction, interaction in virtual reality environments, or interaction in professional work environments. This course complements for example 682383A Conversation Analysis, but it is not a prerequisite. The student can choose from two options to complete the course: they can either write an essay or take an e-exam. The options have different requirements. In the essay option, the student is required to read approx. 7–9 scientific articles on the selected theme (approx. 180 pages = 60 hrs) and to write an essay (6000–6500 words = 75 hrs). In the e-exam option, the student is required to read approx. 10–12 articles (approx. 300 pages = 90 hrs), spend approx. 40 hrs to write notes and synthesize the read materials, and to take the e-exam. This option is provided throughout the academic year, also during the summer. For the reading list and more information, please contact the examiner Pentti Haddington.

682435A Intermediate level: Research Methodologies in SLA (5 ECTS credits)
This is an independent course which is primarily intended for students who are preparing to write their BA theses on a topic related to second language acquisition and language education. It covers the main types of data collection and data analysis, and also the reading of published research. The course is an online, independent course that can be started at any time during the academic year, and students work at their own pace. Students meet Lydia 1:1 via zoom during the course and also keep in touch via email. After registering for the course, students should send an email to lydia.kokkola@oulu.fi to gain access to the Moodle room.

Advanced Studies

*682355S English in Finland (5 ECTS credits) OR 682398A Topics in Language Work (5 ECTS credits)
Online course involving various learning tasks, written assignments and small projects.
This course is organised non-stop as an online course (also available during the summer) in Moodle.
For more information, please contact the examiner Pentti Haddington.

*682369S Approaches to Cultural Interaction (5 ECTS credits)
The independent option is based on selected readings and a home assignment. For the reading list and more information, please contact the examiner Maarit Siiromaa.

*682404S North American History (5 ECTS credits)
The alternative study option is based on a book exam. The literature for the book exam is chosen in collaboration with the instructor. The book exam can be scheduled freely, and can be taken during the summer term. For more information, please contact the examiner Andrew Pattison.

*682337S Topics in Linguistics / Translation Studies (5 ECTS credits)
The alternative study option is based on a book exam. The literature for the book exam is chosen in collaboration with the instructor. The book exam can be scheduled freely, and can be taken during the summer term. For more information, please contact the examiner Andrew Pattison.

*682337S Topics in Linguistics / Interaction Studies (5 ECTS credits)
In this alternative study option for advanced studies, the student may focus on one of the following areas of language and social interaction: interactional linguistics, multimodal conversation analysis, technology-mediated interaction, interaction in virtual reality environments, or interaction in professional work environments. This course complements for example 682383A Conversation Analysis or 682400S Interaction and Multimodality, but they are not prerequisites. The student can choose from two options to complete the course: they can either write an essay or take an e-exam. The options have different requirements. In the essay option, the student is required to read approx. 8–10 scientific articles on the selected theme (approx. 200 pages = 60 hrs) and to write an essay (7000–7500 words = 75 hrs). In the e-exam option, the student is required to read approx. 12–14 articles (approx. 300 pages = 90 hrs), spend approx. 40 hrs in writing notes and synthesizing the read materials, and to take the e-exam. This option is provided throughout the academic year, also during the summer. For the reading list and more information, please contact the examiner Pentti Haddington.

682442S Advanced level: Research Methods in SLA studies (5 ECTS credits)
This is an independent course which is primarily intended for students who are preparing to write their MA theses on a topic related to second language acquisition and language education. It covers the main types of data collection and data analysis, and also the reading of published research. Students who have already taken 682435A are NOT eligible for this course as the content is similar (but the assignments are slightly more demanding). The course is an online, independent course that can be started at any time during the academic year, and students work at their own pace. Students meet Lydia 1:1 via zoom during the course and also keep in touch via email. After registering for the course, students should send an email to lydia.kokkola@oulu.fi to gain access to the moodle room.

Industrial Engineering and Management

Product Management (ProM) Programme Structures from years 2015-2022 (pdf) and substitute courses (courses before 2015 compared to new courses) are collected to IEM StudyNavi on Moodle (self-enrolment).

You can see the newest programme structures in Peppi Study Guide.

Biology

The English conducted 2 year Master's Programme in Ecology and Population Genetics (ECOGEN) is intended for biology students, holding a Bachelor’s degree in biology or closely related subject. The study programme starts in September each year. The program is instructed entirely in English and fully integrated with the domestic master level studies of the biology degree programme.

ECOGEN emphasises on biodiversity and conservation biology issues. It focuses on preparing students for future leadership positions in conservation biology and environmental ecology. The programme provides the students with appropriate knowledge in ecology and population genetics of plant, animal and fungal species, with emphasis on endangered species and ecosystems. Students will learn methodical skills in the field of molecular ecology and genetics. This competence is needed in the environmental administration and research in the fields of e.g. conservation biology and restoration ecology. The programme includes a non-compulsory internship period either in environmental administration or research institutes.

Course structure Diagram, Master's Programme in Ecology and Population Genetics 2020-2021.

Learning, Education and Technology

Degree structures

Learning, Education and Technology (LET), Degree Structure 2023-2024 (Peppi study guide -website)

Learning, Education and Technology (LET), Degree Structure 2022-2023 (Peppi study guide -website)

Learning, Education and Technology (LET), Degree Structure 2021-2022 (Peppi study guide -website)

Learning, Education and Technology (LET), Degree Structure 2020-2021 (pdf)

Learning, Education and Technology (LET), Degree Structure 2019-2020 (pdf)

Learning, Education and Technology (LET), Degree Structure 2018-2019 (pdf)

LET info session materials

LET 1st year info I, autumn 2022, information about studies (pdf)

LET 1st year info II, autumn 2022, information about student wellbeing and support services for students (pdf)

LET 2nd year info, autumn 2022 (pdf)

Education and Globalisation

Degree Structures

EdGlo Degree Structure 2023-2024 (Peppi study guide -website)

EdGlo Degree Structure 2022-2023 (Peppi study guide -website)

EdGlo Degree Structure 2021-2022 (Peppi study guide -website)

EdGlo Degree Structure 2020-2021 (pdf)

EdGlo Degree Structure 2019-2020 (pdf)

Useful links

EdGlo Toolkit for Academic Essays and Master's Theses (pdf)

The research group connected to EdGlo is
Education, Diversity, Globalisation and Ethics (EDGE)

EdGlo info session materials

EdGlo 1st year info I, autumn 2022, information about studies (pdf)

EdGlo 1st year info II, autumn 2022, information about student wellbeing and support services for students (pdf)

EdGlo 2nd year info, autumn 2022 (pdf)

Intercultural Teacher Education

Course Structure Diagrams of the degree programs starting in 2020

Intercultural Teacher Education, BA (pdf)
Intercultural Teacher Education, MA (pdf)

Course Structure Diagrams of the degree programs starting in 2017, 2018 and 2019

Intercultural Teacher Education, BA (pdf)
Intercultural Teacher Education, MA (pdf)

Exemption form for second language studies

Exemption from studies in second national language - form (pdf)

ITE info session materials

2nd year info Spring 2024 (pdf)
3rd year info Spring 2024 (pdf)
Graduating students' info (master's level) 2023 (pdf)

Architecture

The Oulu School of Architecture educates architects to the profession, providing its graduates with high level qualifications for demanding and versatile occupations within designing the built environment, as well as town and land-use planning. Mastering practical and complex design skills and using modern design tools, are main objectives of the studies in architecture.

The contents and objectives of the degree programme in architecture are based on the requirements of the European Union Professional Qualifications Directive (2005/36/EC) set for the education of architects (article 46). The current Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes of the Oulu School of Architecture have been notified by the EU commission in June 2013.

The English conducted 2 year, full-time Master's Programme in Architecture is intended for international architecture students, holding a three or four year Bachelor’s degree in architecture. The study programme starts in September each year. The program is instructed entirely in English and fully integrated with the domestic master level studies of the school.

Course structure Diagram, Master's Programme in Architecture 2020-21

Curriculum, International Master's Programme in Architecture 2021-22

Archeology

Studying archaeology

The primary field of study is Finland’s past and that of the world’s various continents from an anthropological perspective. A specific focus is placed on the archaeological cultural heritage of northern Finland and of other northern areas within the global context. In addition to mastering basic knowledge, the teaching focuses on universal cultural theories and research technologies pertaining to the processing of source material. A key goal of research is to offer students the ability to independently complete the process of archaeological research, which consists of gathering a dataset, analysing it, interpreting it and presenting the results in writing. The basic and intermediate studies mostly consist of theory courses and practical archaeology study modules that include inventory preparation, digging and measuring instrument exercises. The advanced studies focus mainly on archaeological theory and study modules supporting the writing of theses.

During the first year, students of archaeology attend courses together with students of cultural anthropology. The students will not choose their major until the end of their first year. The degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA) consists of basic and intermediate studies and studies in the student’s minor subject. Its minimum scope is 180 credits and its maximum scope is 190 credits. After the BA degree, a student may continue their studies to become a Master of Arts (MA). The minimum scope of this degree is 120 credits and the maximum scope is 130 credits.

Study guide

Faculty of Humanities study guide in Peppi.

Science Communication, MA

Master's degree programme in Science communication

The TIEMA Programme comprises 120 credits, leading to the completion of the M.A. Degree within two years.

The studies consist of the following parts:

Communication Research Studies (30 ECTS)
Science Studies (20 ECTS)
Practical Communication Skills (40 ECTS)
Pro Gradu Thesis and Seminar (30 ECTS)
Optional Studies

Learning outcomes

The TIEMA graduate will be able to communicate using the principles of popular science communication. He/she will be able to compare and assess the different communication practices inherent in science and journalism, and produce accessible popular texts on the basis of scientific research results and scientific language.

The student will be able to critically evaluate and describe various practices and key issues in modern and more traditional science communication. He/she will be able to use various media and apply the principles of scientific communication in practical communication situations. The student will also be able to address the popularization of science in relation to the history of science, philosophy of science, sociology of science, science education, politics of science as well as the ethics of science and communication. The student will be able to seek information from various sources and databases of scientific information. He/she will be able to apply various methods in communication research and the study of science.

The student will also be able to formulate and define a relevant research problem in science communication, carry out research on his/her topic and present it in the form of a written pro gradu thesis. The student will be able to draft and present scientific seminar reports and participate as an active member in seminars and workshops. He/she will also be able to describe and evaluate the professions and work opportunities in the field of science communication.

Biomedical Engineering MHSc

See the study guides in Peppi (link above).

Links to the study structures of the international master´s programme in Biomedical Engineering with target degree Master of Health Science (MHSc) below.

Kindly note that the student will follow study guide and structure of the year when she/he has started / will start the studies and the structure is valid for the whole 2-years-period of studies.

Study structure 2022-2024

Study structure 2021-2023

Study structure 2020 - 2022

Study structure 2019 - 2021

Study structure 2018 - 2020

Study structure 2017 - 2019 (Master´s Programme in Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics and Imaging)

Biomedical Engineering MSc (Tech)

Study Guides in Peppi

Study Guides in WebOodi

Programme Structure Diagram 2021-2023

Master´s Programme in Biomedical Engineering (Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Sciences) (2v)

Programme Structure Diagram 2020-2022

Master´s Programme in Biomedical Engineering , (Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Sciences) (2y)

Programme Structure Diagram 2019-2021

Master´s Programme in Biomedical Engineering , (Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Sciences) (2y)

Programme Structure Diagram 2018-2020

Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering, (Master of Science (Technology) / Master of Health Sciences) (2y)

Programme Structure Diagram 2017-2019

Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering: Signal and Image Prosessing (Master of Science (Technology)) (2y)

Process and Environmental Engineering

Master of Science (Tech), Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering 2021-2022

Digitalisation, Computing and Electronics

Programme Structure Diagrams / Curriculums 2023-2024

Programme Structure Diagrams / Curriculums 2022-2023

Programme Structure Diagrams / Curriculums 2021-2022

Business Analytics MSc (Tech)

Study Guides in Peppi

2022-2023:

2021-2022:

Programme Structure Diagrams/Curriculums 2021-2022

Chemistry

Chemistry of Sustainable Processes and Materials

Study guide : MSc Degree 2021-2022

Medical and Wellness Technology

Degree Programme in Medical and Wellness Technology - there are no admissions to this programme anymore.

If you are studying in this programme and should need some of the earlier study guides with study structures kindly contact study.medicine(at)oulu.fi or Eveliina Seppälä eveliina.seppala(at)oulu.fi.

Business Analytics (MSc EBA)

The Master’s program in Business Analytics offers students a strong theoretical and methodological foundation for data-based analysis methods, principles and applications. The programme is based on understanding analytics for decision making and business and economic management. Exercises and project work are included in studies, in addition to lectures and self-learning.

Business Analytics degree structure 2021-2022

Economics (MSc EBA)

The Master’s program in Economics offers students a strong theoretical and methodological knowledge in Economics. The learning process in economics is based on a cumulative increase of understanding about the economic processes. Exercises and writing of term papers are included in lecture series. Reading of scientific international journals is an essential part of the studies.

Economics degree structure 2021-2022
Economics degree structure 2020-2021
Economics degree structure 2019-2020
Economics degree structure 2018-2019 and change 2019-2020

Finance (MSc EBA)

The Master’s Programme in Finance focuses on understanding the financial markets and financial market participants. Students will develop the skills necessary to analyze the interactions between the markets and participants. The program provides a strong foundation in the theoretical and empirical tools of modern finance. Topics covered include asset pricing, corporate finance, portfolio management and risk management. The approach is analytical and methodologically oriented.

Finance degree structure 2021-2022
Finance degree structure 2020-2021
Finance degree structure 2019-2020
Finance degree structure 2018-2019 and change 2019-2020

International double degrees

Students of Oulu Business School can complete some of the master’s degrees as a double degree with international partner institutions.

HEC Management School, University of Liège, Belgium

Double degree is aimed at Finance master’s programme students at Oulu Business School. Double degree consists of first year master studies in Oulu and second year master studies in Liège. After completing the studies according to the Liège-Oulu double degree study plan, the student is awarded M.Sc. degrees from both universities. Students can apply for the programme during the first year master studies. The next call for applications is open 2-.5.4.2024 for academic year 2024-2025 in Liège. More information: study.business at oulu.fi.

Financial and Management Accounting (MSc EBA)

The Master Programme in Financial and Management Accounting (FMA) provides a master's degree of a high international standard and is ideal for applicants with a background in business studies, social sciences, education, natural sciences, mathematics or engineering. During the programme, the students develop proficiency in the analysis of accounting information, for the needs both of a company's internal decision-making and of the investors. Course modules reflect a recent trend in accounting towards the adoption of international financial reporting system and the growing need for management control and accounting of internationalised firms. Graduates have acquired the skills and knowledge needed in working for leading multinational corporations, audit firms or financial services industry. The programme also provides students with a solid foundation for further scientific research.

Financial and Management Accounting degree structure 2021-2022
Financial and Management Accounting degree structure 2020-2021
Financial and Management Accounting degree structure 2019-2020
Financial and Management Accounting degree structure 2018-2019 and change 2019-2020

International double degrees

Students of Oulu Business School can complete some of the master’s degrees as a double degree with international partner institutions.

Pforzheim University, Germany

Double degree is aimed at Accounting master’s students at Oulu Business School. The double degree consists of first year of master studies in Oulu, and in the second year, students will complete studies in Pforzheim, Germany. After completing the studies according to the study plan, the student is awarded M.Sc. degrees from both universities. Students can apply for the programme in the first year of their master studies. The call for applications is open 2.-5.4.2024. You can read about programme requirements and application process in the call document for 2024. More information: study.business at oulu.fi.

International Business Management (MSc EBA)

The International Business Management (IBM) programme combines the education of management and international business fundamentals with responsible, growth-minded and innovative entrepreneurship. Our master’s program graduates change agents to the economy and society who are capable to respond to challenges of dynamic business environments, for example, by relying on principles of change management, sustainable development and growth entrepreneurship in business development.

International Business Management degree structure 2021-2022
International Business Management degree structure 2020-2021
International Business Management degree structure 2019-2020
International Business Management degree structure 2018-2019 and change 2019-2020

International double degrees

Students of Oulu Business School can complete some of the master’s degrees as a double degree with international partner institutions.

KEDGE Business School, France

Double degree is aimed at Marketing and International Business Management master’s students at Oulu Business School. The double degree consists of first year of master and summer studies in Oulu, and in the second year, students will complete studies in Kedge, Bordeaux campus, including an online thesis for OBS. In the autumn of third year, students will complete an internship or professional work experience for their KEDGE BS degree in France or abroad. After completing the studies according to the study plan, the student is awarded M.Sc. degrees from both universities. Students can apply for the programme in the first year of their master studies.

The call for applications is open 2.-5.4.2024. You can read about programme requirements and application process in the call document for 2024. The brochure of the double degree will give you an idea of the studies included in the programme. More information: study.business at oulu.fi.

Marketing (MSc EBA)

Marketing is a process by which customer needs are translated into business opportunities. It involves the study and management of exchange relationships that connect customers and suppliers in the consumer and industrial markets and in the public sector. From a scientific perspective, marketing strives to increase understanding on customer behavior, supplier-customer interaction, value (co-)creation, institutional functions and roles in demand creation and fulfillment, etc. From a managerial perspective, marketing focuses on the practical application of customer orientation and managing the firm’s marketing resources and activities for securing competitiveness.

Marketing degree structure 2021-2022
Marketing degree structure 2020-2021
Marketing degree structure 2019-2020
Marketing degree structure 2018-2019 and change 2019-2020

International double degrees

Students of Oulu Business School can complete some of the master’s degrees as a double degree with international partner institutions.

KEDGE Business School, France

International Business Management (BSc EBA)

Information on degree curricula, requirements and various instructions are published in the Peppi study guide.

Please follow the curriculum of the Academic Year when you began your studies, and choose the correct study path depending on your background.

IBM Bachelor Curriculum 2024-2025 for students beginning their studies in Autumn 2024
IBM Bachelor Curriculum 2023-2024 for students beginning their studies in Autumn 2023

Economics and Business Administration MSc

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Science Communication, MA

Master's degree programme in Science communication

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Business Analytics MSc (Tech)

Chemistry

Chemistry of Sustainable Processes and Materials

Medical and Wellness Technology

Business Analytics (MSc EBA)

Economics (MSc EBA)

Finance (MSc EBA)

International double degrees

HEC Management School, University of Liège, Belgium

Financial and Management Accounting (MSc EBA)

International double degrees

Pforzheim University, Germany

International Business Management (MSc EBA)

International double degrees

KEDGE Business School, France

Marketing (MSc EBA)

International double degrees

KEDGE Business School, France

International Business Management (BSc EBA)

Economics and Business Administration MSc

Economics and Business Administration BSc

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