HELSINKI METROPOLIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

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2 HELSINKI METROPOLIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Admissions Office Postal address PO Box 4011 FI Metropolia Finland Visiting address Bulevardi 29 FI Helsinki Finland Telephone Fax Publishers HELSINKI METROPOLIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Address Bulevardi 31 FI Helsinki, Finland Telephone Fax TEXT AND EDITORS Chief Editor Admissions Offi ce Anne Lahti Susanna Nupponen Covers Zeeland Society Oy Design Mainospalvelu Kristasta Oy, AD Krista Jännäri Print Hämeen Kirjapaino Oy, 2009 Photos Metropolia photobank, Krista Jännäri 2 More information about applying and possible changes in the application process at

3 Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences is an international and multidisciplinary university of applied sciences operating in the metropolitan area. Metropolia offers diverse and flexible educational solutions. Application periods for studies beginning in the autumn of 2010 are in the spring of Application periods for studies starting in the spring of 2011 are in the autumn of 2010 (studies conducted in Finnish only). This guide presents Metropolia s adult education offering; Bachelor s degree programmes conducted as evening/ multiform studies, Master s degree programmes and Specialisation Studies. The Bachelor s degree programmes conducted as daytime studies are presented in the separate guide called Hakijan opas 2010 / Applicant s Guide The offering of Metropolia s Open University of Applied Sciences is available at The spring application periods include a total of 24 Bachelor s degree programmes conducted as evening/multiform studies, one of which is taught in English. Moreover, the spring application periods include 13 Master s Degree programmes, two of which are taught in English. Studying at Metropolia is inspiring and rewarding from the career point of view. Students at Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences get to benefit for opportunities in Finnish hi-tech, working life, and international activities. The adult education is designed and implemented in keen co-operation with working life organisations. The policy at Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences in the delivery of its programmes is to make use innovative, state-of-the-art, and high-quality learning environments within the scope of its facilities, laboratories, and equipment at the various units. In carrying out their projects, students collaborate with students from other degree programmes, and working-life organisations within the metropolitan area. The advantages of the metropolitan area include abundant internship and job opportunities. Metropolia s partner universities in different parts of the world provide valuable opportunities for internationalisation through student exchange programmes. Metropolia has four fields of study: Culture Social Sciences, Business and Administration Social Services, Health and Sports Technology, Communication and Transport Metropolia s campuses are located in Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa with good communications. Graduates from universities of applied sciences are experts in their field, and they find jobs in development, planning, managerial positions, and as independent entrepreneurs. 3

4 Index BACHELOR S DEGREE PROGRAMMES...5 Information Technology...6 MASTER S DEGREE PROGRAMMES...8 Industrial Management...9 Information Technology...11 Media Engineering...11 Mobile Programming...13 Multimedia Communications...15 SPECIALISATION STUDIES...17 Computer Networks and Security...18 Industrial Management...20 Media Engineering...22 Mobile Programming...24 Multimedia Communications...26 OPEN STUDIES...28 CONTACT INFORMATION...29 STUDY LOCATIONS

5 Bachelor s Degree Programmes Information Technology The objective of Bachelor s Degree Programmes in Adult Education are to improve the level and quality of professionalism of the adult population and to implement regional, educational and language-group-specific equality. Universities of applied sciences have a possibility to offer studies in adult education within the framework of their own educational purpose. A special task is to provide opportunities for grown-ups to upgrade post-secondary higher vocational / college level degrees to a higher (tertiary) education Bachelor s degrees awarded by a university of applied sciences. The studies are arranged as evening and multiform studies, giving students also a possibility to work during the daytime. At the beginning of the studies Individual Study Plans are put in place according to previous qualification/s and work experience. Extent of the programme is 240 credit points and it will take about 4 years to complete, but some of the student s previous studies might be transferable and can possibly be counted in to shorten the length of the studies. The Ministry of Education annually sets an annual average student quota for each university of applied sciences. The education and training provided is subsidised by the Government and free of charge to the students. 5

6 Bachelor s Degree Programme conducted as evening/multiform studies Information Technology An excellent opportunity to learn a new profession or update the old one in Information Technology! As the programme is designed for people in full-time employment, these studies will enable the student to have a daytime job whilst studying. The main objective of the Programme is to equip the student with the most up-to-date and high quality knowledge and skills. The degree gives a solid basis to work as an engineer anywhere in the world as the student will also become familiar with the intercultural aspects due to the multi-cultural study environment and student community. In addition to strong engineering skills student will gain understanding of their impact on economy and environment at work, and have possibility to learn language and communication as well as business skills to enhance engineering competence. The focus of the instruction is in areas such as communication and data networks, embedded engineering, information systems, and software engineering. Studies are often laboratory oriented and instruction methods are based on practicality and hands-on experience at work. Equipment and software are similar to and used in teaching as in real working life. The idea is to offer students a possibility to study and experience the practice at the same time, so they are fully geared towards working life after graduation. Courses are held during weekday evenings and possibly during some weekends. This programme is especially aimed at people who are unable to study during the day, and yet want to achieve a highly valued engineering degree in the field of ICT. PROGRAMME INFORMATION Degree programme Degree title Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 30 Contact person for degree programme Application Guidance Information Technology Bachelor of Engineering (insinööri AMK) Vanha maantie 6, Espoo, Finland 4 years, 240 ECTS credit points Evening classes Katja-Joanna Spencer, Coordinator of the Degree Programme Telephone: katja.spencer@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi 6

7 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are two requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Diploma/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a degree/qualification, which gives the eligibility for higher education in the awarding country (normally general / vocational upper secondary level qualification awarded after 12 years of schooling). Only final certificates will be accepted. Please note that is not possible to apply with a higher (tertiary) education degree (e.g. Bachelor s or Master s Degree). 2. English language qualification requirement: One of the following English language qualification options is required from applicants who are not citizens of EU/EEA countries unless the applicant is applying with a Finnish qualification (only the qualifications below can be accepted): IELTS, minimum score academic level 6.0 (valid for 2 years) TOEFL, minimum score 550 paper-based / internet-based test (valid for 2 years) Finnish National Certificate of Language Proficiency minimum skill level 4 in English Upper secondary level education and/or Bachelor s or Master s degree completed in the English language in one of the following countries: Great Britain, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Finland (education completed outside the above-mentioned countries will not be accepted under any circumstances). APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application form will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certificate copies attached to the application: Copies of the educational certificates proving that the applicant has the required level qualification: EU/EEA citizens graduating in spring: by 3 August 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Other applicants: by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. English language qualification (limited options!) by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. TOEFL score results are only accepted directly from the Educational Testing Service (Metropolia s TOEFL code is 3804) but with the other qualification options a plain photocopy sent by the applicant is enough. Copies of official translations (must contain translator s signature and stamp) if the original certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish EU/EEA citizens graduating in spring: by 3 August 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Other applicants: by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Applications including the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION Only those applicants who have proved their eligibility in the required manner will be invited to take the entrance examination. The entrance examinations will be held on 11 June 2010 in Finland. It is not possible to take the entrance examination abroad. Applicants must pass all parts of the entrance examination in order to be admitted. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 7

8 Master s Degree Programmes Industrial Management Information Technology The objective of a Master s degree is to provide students with a comprehensive and deep understanding of the field in question for labour market development purposes, and a theoretical understanding required to work in demanding expert and supervisor positions in the field a clear picture of the field in question, its position in the labour market, its social signifigance, and a capacity to follow and analyse research findings and professional practices in the field a capacity for lifelong learning and continuous development of professional skills good communication and language skills required for such work and the facts and skills required for international interaction and what it takes to work in the profession. A Master s degree consists of advanced professional studies, elective studies and a final project. The purpose of advanced professional studies is to give students the opportunity to put more theory into practice and to improve their analytical, project management, research and development and social skills. The purpose of the final project is to develop and demonstrate not only an ability to apply research information and to use the selected methods to analyse and solve work-related problems, but also readiness for independent expert work in demanding positions. 8

9 Master s Degree Programmes Industrial Management The Industrial Management degree programme combines the interests of management and engineering, especially in telecommunications and service business management. The studies can be carried out alongside regular work. The project learning approach is applied, which means incorporating studies into real-life learning business projects (often with the students employers), combined with class discussions and presentations. The teachers include advanced researchers with practical experience and PhD degrees. The Industrial Management degree programme is one year in length with 60 ECTS credits and includes: 5 credits: Principles: Business in a service economy and business research methods 5 credits: Customers, business models and innovation 5 credits: Services in an international context 5 credits: Service leadership, organizational development and teamwork 5 credits: Service delivery and technology architectures 5 credits: Strategic management, intra/entrepreneurship, alliances and venturing 30 credits: Master s thesis PROGRAMME INFORMATION Degree programme Degree title Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 30 Contact person for degree programme Application Guidance Industrial Management Master of Engineering (insinööri ylempi AMK) Bulevardi 31, Helsinki, Finland 1 year, 60 ECTS credit points Combination of daytime classes and multiform studies Taina Tukiainen, Director of the Degree Programme Telephone: taina.tukiainen@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi 9

10 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are three requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Degree/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a higher (tertiary) education degree e.g. Bachelor s or Master s Degree. Only final certificates will be accepted. 2. Basic knowledge requirement: Applicants must have adequate basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) in the relevant field and level (Bachelor of Engineering and/or Industrial Management). 3. Work experience requirement: Applicants must have minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience gained after the higher (tertiary) education degree awarding day by 31 July However, applicants who have completed the Finnish higher vocational / college level engineering degree (insinööri, opistoaste/ ammatillinen korkea-aste) before completing the higher tertiary education degree can count their work experience from the day they were awarded the Finnish higher vocational / college level engineering degree. APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application form will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certificate copies attached to the application: Copies of the degree certificates and transcripts proving that the applicant has the required level degree. Copies of official work certificates proving that the applicant has the required three years of relevant work experience gained after the higher education degree awarding day by 31 July 2010 (please note that the work certificates must state the exact starting and ending dates of the employment and a short work description). Copies of other certificates necessary for proving that the applicant has the required basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) from the relevant field and level Copies of official translations (must contain a translator s signature and stamp) if the original certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish. Applications including all the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION Only those applicants who have proved their eligibility in the required manner will be invited to the entrance examination. The Industrial Management entrance examination will be held on 8 June 2010 in Finland. It is not possible to take the entrance examination abroad. Applicants who have completed the corresponding Specialisation Studies (full extent) conducted in English at EVTEK, Stadia or Metropolia can apply for an exemption from the entrance examination. Applicants apply for the exemption by contacting the Degree Programme before the entrance examination. The exemption decision will be made by the Degree Programme based on applicant s success in the studies in the field of specialisation. Applicants must pass all parts of the entrance examination in order to get admitted. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 10

11 Master s Degree Programmes Information Technology Media Engineering Mobile Programming Multimedia Communications The Master of Engineering Degree Programme in Information Technology offers the student the latest knowledge and skills to follow his or her professional development. We offer three specialisation options, where students can gain a broad theoretical background and get some practice on contemporary industrial topics. Media Engineering SPECIALISATION OPTION IN MEDIA ENGINEERING Media Engineering s specialisation option is focused on interactive digital media delivery and production platforms. The area is highly inter-technological and constantly evolving. Today s media technology supports contents and services over distances in space, time and individual situation. The Media Engineering paradigm at present is characterized by hybrid and ubiquitous media ranging from print to mobile, transforming conventional receiving and use of services into scalable cross-platform applications. The modules of the course are: Advanced Display and Image Technologies Printing Systems and Hybrid Media Cross-platform Publishing and Content Management Value Chains in Media Industry Web Services over Ubiquitous Devices File-based Networked Video Systems for Casting and Streaming This specialisation option is an in-depth upgrade of knowledge for individuals working in publishing and media production as well as for specialists supplying extensive media systems of their companies or organizations in any branch of business or industry. PROGRAMME INFORMATION Degree programme Degree title Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 20 Contact person for degree programme Information Technology, Media Engineering Master of Engineering (insinööri ylempi AMK) Vanha maantie 6, Espoo, Finland 1 year*, 60 ECTS credit points Combination of evening classes and multiform studies Erkki Aalto, Head of Media Engineering Degree Programme Telephone: erkki.aalto@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Application Guidance Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi * The official duration of studies is 1 year but in practice it takes 2 years to graduate. 11

12 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are three requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Degree/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a higher (tertiary) education degree e.g. Bachelor s or Master s Degree. Only final certificates will be accepted. 2. Basic knowledge requirement: Applicants must have adequate basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) in the relevant field and level (Bachelor of Engineering, Media Engineering or Media Technology or appropriate specialisation in IT). 3. Work experience requirement: Applicants must have minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience gained after the higher (tertiary) education degree awarding day by 31 July However, applicants who have completed the Finnish higher vocational / college level engineering degree (insinööri, opistoaste/ ammatillinen korkea-aste) before completing the higher (tertiary) education degree can count their work experience from the day they were awarded the Finnish higher vocational / college level engineering degree. APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application form will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certificate copies attached to the application: Copies of the degree certificates and study transcripts proving that the applicant has the required level degree. Copies of the official work certificates proving that the applicant has the required three years of relevant work experience gained after the higher education degree awarding day by 31 July 2010 (please note that the work certificates must state the exact starting and ending date of the employment and a short work description). Copies of other certificates necessary for proving that the applicant has the required basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) from relevant field and level Copies of official translations (must contain translator s signature and stamp) if the original certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish language. Applications including all the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION Only those applicants who have proved their eligibility in the required manner will be invited to the entrance examination. The Media Engineering entrance examination will be held on 10 June 2010 in Finland. It is not possible to take the entrance examination abroad. Applicants who have completed the corresponding Specialisation Studies (full extent) conducted in English at EVTEK, Stadia or Metropolia can apply for an exemption from the entrance examination. Applicants apply for the exemption by contacting the Degree Programme before the entrance examination. The exemption decision will be made by the Degree Programme based on applicant s success in the studies in the field of specialisation. Applicants must pass all parts of the entrance examination in order to get admitted. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 12

13 Master s Degree Programmes Mobile Programming SPECIALISATION OPTION IN MOBILE PROGRAMMING The main goal of the Specialisation Option in Mobile Programming is to give you, the student the latest knowledge and skills required in advanced tasks related to mobile programming. Professional studies enable you to follow the professional development of the field, both from the applied research and practical viewpoints. The curriculum consists of a variety of courses such as Symbian Technology, Peer-to-Peer Architecture, elinux, and other advanced mobile technologies. In addition to professional orientation, you will also learn applied mathematics to enhance your understanding of methodological aspects in applied research projects. The studies consist of lectures, laboratory work, assignments and projects as well as independent study. During laboratory work and projects, you will learn to acquire and process information and to assess and solve complex problems. A Final Year Project (Master of Engineering Thesis) is usually carried out in a real working environment during the second year of studies. The specialisation option in Mobile Programming prepares you for specialist and designer tasks in various areas of ICT business such as in telecommunications industries and operators, software enterprises, service providers and in other IT-related companies. A successful student will graduate with a Master of Engineering degree in Information Technology, and you may work, for example, in demanding design and testing positions. The studies have been designed to enable students in full-time employment to participate. PROGRAMME INFORMATION Degree programme Degree title Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 20 Contact person for degree programme Information Technology, Mobile Programming Master of Engineering (insinööri ylempi AMK) Vanha maantie 6, Espoo, Finland 1 year*, 60 ECTS credit points Evening classes Antti Piironen, Director of Information Technology Degree Programme Telephone: antti.piironen@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Application Guidance Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi * The official duration of studies is 1 year but in practice it takes 2 years to graduate. 13

14 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are three requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Degree/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a higher (tertiary) education degree e.g. Bachelor s or Master s Degree. Only final certificates will be accepted. 2. Basic knowledge requirement: Applicants must have adequate basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) in the relevant field and level (Information Technology or Media Engineering, preferably specialised in Mobile Technologies). 3. Work experience requirement: Applicants must have minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience gained after the higher (tertiary) education degree awarding day by 31 July However, applicants who have completed the Finnish higher vocational / college level degree (insinööri, opistoaste/ammatillinen korkea-aste) before completing the higher (tertiary) education degree can count their work experience from the day they were awarded the Finnish higher vocational / college level engineering degree. APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application form will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certificate copies attached to the application: Copies of the degree certificates and study transcripts proving that the applicant has the required level degree. Copies of the official work certificates proving that the applicant has the required three years of relevant work experience gained after the higher education degree awarding day by 31 July 2010 (please note that the work certificates must state the exact starting and ending date of the employment and a short work description). Copies of other certificates necessary for proving that the applicant has the required basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) from relevant field and level Copies of official translations (must contain translator s signature and stamp) if the original certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish language. Applications including all the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION Only those applicants who have proved their eligibility in the required manner will be invited to the entrance examination. The entrance examination (joint exam for Mobile Programming and Multimedia Communications) will be held on 9 June 2010 in Finland. It is not possible to take the entrance examination abroad. Applicants who have completed the corresponding Specialisation Studies (full extent) conducted in English at EVTEK, Stadia or Metropolia can apply for an exemption from the entrance examination. Applicants apply for the exemption by contacting the Degree Programme before the entrance examination. The exemption decision will be made by the Degree Programme based on applicant s success in the Studies in the field of specialisation. Applicants must pass all parts of the entrance examination in order to get admitted. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 14

15 Master s Degree Programmes Multimedia Communications SPECIALISATION OPTION IN MULTIMEDIA COMMUNICATIONS By applying to the Multimedia Communications Master s programme you have a chance to become a professional in one of the hottest fields in communications. Learn the latest technologies of creation and compression of multimedia content: images, audio and video. Learn advanced topics about fixed and wireless networks and their multimedia systems for transferring multimedia to mobile phones and computers. The technologies covered include video and audio compression technologies such as H.264 video coding, AAC audio in various applications, advanced fixed IP networks, 3G/4G networks, and wireless systems such as WLAN, Wimax, digital-tv/hdtv and Mobile-TV (DVB-H). In laboratory exercises you will learn to use multimedia software packages and configure networks for transmission with live media. After the studies you will have an ability to develop new solutions and solve complex problems in the field of multimedia and high-speed fixed or mobile networking. This opens career opportunities in management, design and operations of new multimedia services in media, telecommunication and broadcasting companies and other IT-related companies. For companies, the programme offers a possibility to substantially improve the theoretical and practical knowledge of their engineering staff. The programme is designed for people in full-time employment. The Master s Thesis is an important part of the studies, as the student not only has to prove to be capable of conducting research but also writing well and presenting the results. The Master s Thesis is normally done as a project in companies as part of the student s daily work. PROGRAMME INFORMATION Degree programme Degree title Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 20 Contact person for degree programme Information Technology, Multimedia Communications Master of Engineering (insinööri ylempi AMK) Albertinkatu 40-42, Helsinki, Finland 1 year*, 60 ECTS credit points Combination of evening and daytime classes Ville Jääskeläinen, Head of Information Technology Degree Programme Telephone: ville.jaaskelainen@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Application Guidance Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi * The official duration of studies is 1 year but in practice it takes 2 years to graduate. 15

16 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are three requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Degree/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a higher (tertiary) education degree e.g. Bachelor s or Master s Degree. Only final certificates will be accepted. 2. Basic knowledge requirement: Applicants must have adequate basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) in the relevant field and level (telecommunications or data communications). 3. Work experience requirement: Applicants must have minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience gained after the higher (tertiary) education degree awarding day by 31 July However, applicants who have completed the Finnish higher vocational / college level engineering degree (insinööri, opistoaste/ ammatillinen korkea-aste) before completing the higher (tertiary) education degree can count their work experience from the day they were awarded the Finnish higher vocational / college level engineering degree. APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application form will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certificate copies attached to the application: Copies of the degree certificates and study transcripts proving that the applicant has the required level degree. Copies of the official work certificates proving that the applicant has the required three years of relevant work experience gained after the higher education degree awarding day by 31 July 2010 (please note that the work certificates must state the exact starting and ending date of the employment and a short work description). Copies of other certificates necessary for proving that the applicant has the required basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) from relevant field and level Copies of official translations (must contain translator s signature and stamp) if the original certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish language. Applications including all the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION Only those applicants who have proved their eligibility in the required manner will be invited to the entrance examination. The entrance examination (joint exam for Mobile Programming and Multimedia Communications) will be held on 9 June 2010 in Finland. It is not possible to take the entrance examination abroad. Applicants who have completed the corresponding Specialisation Studies (full extent) conducted in English at EVTEK, Stadia or Metropolia can apply for an exemption from the entrance examination. Applicants apply for the exemption by contacting the Degree Programme before the entrance examination. The exemption decision will be made by the Degree Programme based on applicant s success in the Studies in the field of specialisation. Applicants must pass all parts of the entrance examination in order to get admitted. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 16

17 Specialisation Studies Computer Networks and Security Industrial Management Media Engineering Mobile Programming Multimedia Communications The Specialisation Studies are continuing studies, which are based on the Bachelor s degree. Specialisation studies can be used to deepen, expand and build upon facts and skills obtained in the Bachelor s degree. They usually comprise 30 credit points and take about a year to complete. The training is designed especially to those who have a Bachelor s degree, other applicable degree or those who have obtained the similar level otherwise. More detailed information about prerequisite studies can be found in this guide in context with the specialisation studies programme introductions. The studies have been designed so that the student can complete them alongside a regular job. Contact teaching is arranged at evenings, weekends or intensive study weeks, depending on the area of study. The training is funded by the Ministry of Education, with students paying just a fee of EUR 168 per academic year and buying their own study material. During the academic year Metropolia offers Specialisation Studies conducted in English in technology field. 17

18 Specialisation Studies Computer Networks and Security The studies are focused on the design and implementation of network systems. The computer networks studies are based on the Cisco Networking Academy learning environment. The Cisco Networking Academy Program provides skills students need to work in IT fields. The program offers Web based content, online assessment, hand-on labs, instructor training, and preparation for industry certifications. The studies comprise of two modules. Computer Networks: 3 credits: Local Area Networks (CCNA1) 3 credits: Internetworks (CCNA2) 3 credits: Virtual Local Area Networks (CCNA3) 3 credits: Wide Area Networks (CCNA4) 5 credits: Wireless LANs 4 credits: Network Management in IP networks Information Security: 3 credits: PC Assembly and Management 3 credits: Introduction to Information Security 3 credits: IT Security 5 credits: Network Security Class hours take place during three evenings from 17:00 to 20:30. Most of the studies and assignments are carried out in network laboratory environment. PROGRAMME INFORMATION Programme Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 22 Contact person for programme Application Guidance Computer Networks and Security Vanha maantie 6, Espoo, Finland 1 year, 30 ECTS credit points Evening classes Ritva Kohijoki, Programme Coordinator Telephone: ritva.kohijoki@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are two requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Degree/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a post-secondary higher vocational/college degree (e.g. Higher National Diploma) or a higher (tertiary) education degree (e.g. Bachelor s Degree or Master s Degree). Only final certificates will be accepted. 2. Basic knowledge requirement: Applicants must have adequate basic knowledge in technology field (studies and/or work experience). 18

19 APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application forms will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certirficate copies attached to the application: Copies of the educational certificates (final degree certificates and study transcripts etc.) proving that the applicant has the required level degree and adequate basic knowledge in technology field Copies of the official work certificates necessary for proving that the applicant has the required basic knowledge in the relevant field and level. Please note that applicants may also get admission points for their work experience! Copies of official translations (must contain translator s signature and stamp) if the original certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish language. Applications including all the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST The English language test is compulsory for applicants who are not citizens of EU/EEA countries unless the applicant is applying with a Finnish qualification. The English language test will be held on 7 June 2010 in Finland. It is not possible to take the English language test abroad. However, applicants can get an exemption from the English language test by providing one of the following English language qualifications to the Admissions Office by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (only the qualifications below can be accepted): IELTS, minimum score academic level 6.0 (valid for 2 years) TOEFL, minimum score 550 paper-based / internet-based test (valid for 2 years) Finnish National Certificate of Language Proficiency minimum skills level 4 in English Upper secondary level education and/or Bachelor s or Master s degree completed in the English language in one of the following countries: Great Britain, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Finland (education completed outside the above-mentioned countries will not be accepted under any circumstances). TOEFL score results are only accepted directly from the Educational Testing Service (Metropolia s TOEFL code is 3804) but with the other qualification options a plain photocopy sent by the applicant is enough. STUDENT SELECTION The student selection will be based on English language test (pass/fail) Applicant s previous degree (max 50 points) Amount of relevant work experience (max 40 points) Presentation, which the applicant has attached with the application (max 10 points) If an applicant fails the English language test he/she cannot get admitted regardless of his/her admission points. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 19

20 Specialisation Studies Industrial Management The Industrial Management specialisation studies combine the interests of engineering and business management, especially in telecommunications and service business management. Due to the flexibility of the programme the studies can be carried out alongside regular work. The project learning approach is applied, which means incorporating studies into real-life learning business projects (often with the students employers), combined with class discussions and presentations. The teachers include advanced researchers with practical experience and PhD degrees. The Industrial Management specialisation studies are a one-year program with 30 ECTS credits and includes: 5 credits: Principles: Business in a services economy and business research methods 5 credits: Customers, business models and innovation 5 credits: Services in an international context 5 credits: Service leadership, organizational development and teamwork 5 credits: Service delivery and technology architectures 5 credits: Strategic management, intra/entrepreneurship, alliances and venturing PROGRAMME INFORMATION Programme Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 20 Contact person for programme Application Guidance Industrial Management Bulevardi 31, Helsinki, Finland 1 year, 30 ECTS credit points Combination of daytime classes and multiform studies Taina Tukiainen, Director of the Degree Programme Telephone: taina.tukiainen@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi 20

21 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are three requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Degree/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a post-secondary higher vocational/college degree (e.g. Higher National Diploma) or a higher (tertiary) education degree (e.g. Bachelor s Degree or Master s Degree). Only final certificates will be accepted. 2. Basic knowledge requirement: Applicants must have adequate basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) in the relevant field and level (Bachelor of Engineering and/or Industrial Management). APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application form will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certificate copies attached to the application: Copies of the educational certificates (final degree certificates and study transcripts etc.) proving that the applicant has the required level degree and adequate basic knowledge in study field in question. Copies of the official work certificates if necessary for proving that the applicant has the required basic knowledge in the relevant field and level. Copies of official translations (must contain translator s signature and stamp) if the original certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish language. Applications including all the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION Only those applicants who have proved their eligibility in the required manner will be invited to the entrance examination. The Industrial Management entrance examination will be held on 8 June 2010 in Finland (same exam with the Master s Degree applicants). It is not possible to take the entrance examination abroad. Applicants must pass all parts of the entrance examination in order to get admitted. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 21

22 Specialisation Studies Media Engineering Media Engineering Specialisation studies are focused on interactive digital media delivery and production platforms. The area is highly inter-technological and constantly evolving. Today s mediatechnology supports contents and services over distances in space, time and individual situation. The Media Engineering paradigm at present is characterised by hybrid and ubiquitous media ranging from print to mobile, transforming conventional receiving and use of services are into scalable cross-platform applications. The 30 credit unit course package is an in-depth upgrade of knowledge for individuals working in publishing and media production as well as for specialist supplying extensive media systems of their companies or organizations in any branch of business or industry. The modules of the course are: Advanced Display and Image Technologies Printing Systems and Hybrid Media Cross-platform Publishing and Content Management Value Chains in Media Industry Web Services over Ubiquitous Devices File-based Networked Video Systems for Casting and Streaming Course credits can be incorporated into the Master s degree programme in Information Technology, Media Engineering being one of the specialisations of the later. PROGRAMME INFORMATION Programme Study location Duration / extent of studies Implementation Number of study places 15 Contact person for programme Application Guidance Media Engineering Vanha maantie 6, Espoo, Finland 1 year, 30 ECTS credit points Combination of evening classes and multiform studies Erkki Aalto, Head of Media Engineering Degree Programme Telephone: erkki.aalto@metropolia.fi Admissions Office Telephone admissions@metropolia.fi 22

23 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS There are three requirements that applicants must fulfil in order to be eligible to apply: 1. Degree/qualification requirement: Applicants must have a post-secondary higher vocational/college degree (e.g. Higher National Diploma) or a higher (tertiary) education degree (e.g. Bachelor s Degree or Master s Degree). Only final certificates will be accepted. 2. Basic knowledge requirement: Applicants must have adequate basic knowledge (studies and/or work experience) in the relevant field and level (Bachelor of Engineering, Media Engineering or Media Technology or appropriate specialisation in IT). APPLICATION The application period will begin on 1 March 2010 and end on 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). The application form will be available on Metropolia s web site during the application period. Applicants must prove their eligibility with certificate copies attached to the application: Copies of the educational certificates (final degree certificates and study transcripts etc.) proving that the applicant has the required level degree and adequate basic knowledge in study field in question. Copies of the official work certificates if necessary for proving that the applicant has the required basic knowledge in the relevant field and level. Copies of the official translations (must contain translator s signature and stamp) if the above mentioned certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish language. Applications including all the required attachments must be sent by post or delivered in person or through a representative to the Admissions Office so that they will arrive by 9 April 2010 at 4.15 p.m. Finnish time. Late applications will not be accepted. It is not possible to send applications via fax or . Applications and/or certificate copies will not be returned to the applicants. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION Only those applicants who have proved their eligibility in the required manner will be invited to the entrance examination. The Media Engineering entrance examination will be held on 10 June 2010 in Finland (same exam with the Master s Degree applicants). It is not possible to take the entrance examination abroad. Applicants must pass all parts of the entrance examination in order to get admitted. The original certificates will be checked in case of admission and the student selection is conditional until this has been completed. Please read the more detailed instructions on Metropolia s web page at 23