Master’s programme in Cloud-Based Software Engineering gives you insight and knowledge about how to develop, deploy and maintain cloud applications. You will learn to design and architect cloud-based applications. The Master's studies are linked close to your own work tasks, so with the learning tasks and the thesis development project you can evolve your own employer organization or project.
After completing the degree, you have e.g. the following, valuable skills to:
For more information visit the webpage of Vaasa University of Applied Sciences.
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Information on the Finnish Residence permit for studies at migri.fi/en/studying-in-finland
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Also, students outside EU and ETA regions can apply for the program.
The degree conforms with the standards set by the Finnish national degree system as well as with the European framework for degrees and competences. It gives a qualification for a public appointment where a master's degree is required. The program also includes courses which can lead to professional certification in project management.
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ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL STUDIES, 15 ECTS
MASTER'S THESIS, 30 ECTS
Master of Engineering, Cloud-Based Software Engineering, 60 credits
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Our university is located in the heart of Vaasa, which has more energy technology related companies than any other city in the Nordic countries. In our region, more than 160 companies work in the field of energy technology, and about 25 % of the employees of the Finnish energy sector work here. The overall turnover of these companies is about 5 billion euros annually, and therefore it is well justified to say that Vaasa keeps the wheels of Finland’s economy rolling!
After completing your Master’s degree, you can pursue more demanding international positions. You will be qualified for several jobs that require a Master’s degree. Studying with other professionals also offers you new perspectives for your work.
After graduation, you can also apply for Ph.D. studies in Finland or abroad.
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