Bachelor’s Programme in Computational Science and Artificial Intelligence
Lappeenranta, Finland
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
5 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 12,000 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Rolling admission: 1 September 2026 – 30 April 2027
** for non EU/EEA students
Key Summary
About: The Bachelor’s Programme in Computational Science and Artificial Intelligence at LUT University combines mathematics and computer science to teach mathematical modeling, algorithms, numerical methods, and data analysis for real-world science and engineering challenges. It prepares students to address grand issues like climate change and AI, and suits those with a computational mindset who enjoy solving complex, applied technical problems.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as Data analyst, Data scientist, Machine learning engineer, or AI specialist. They’ll find roles across engineering, finance, health care, and consulting. Skills include computational modeling, data engineering, software development, and statistical analysis for data-driven careers.
Real-world challenges in science and engineering require a multidisciplinary approach combining mathematical modeling, algorithms, and data. This need for a diverse skill set is particularly relevant for today's grand challenges such as climate change or artificial intelligence. Tomorrow, our world will be even more data-driven, with a constant flow of information being generated and analyzed.
Bachelor’s Programme in Computational Science and Artificial Intelligence blends studies in mathematics and computer scie nce, providing students with the essential skills to become future computational experts.
Our programme is a perfect fit for students who possess a computational mind-set, love tackling challenging problems, and can’t resist exploring innovative ideas.
The Bachelor’s Program in Computational Science and Artificial Intelligence takes three years and leads to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Technology, B.Sc. (Tech.), which is 180 ECTS credits.
The program includes a general, intermediate specialization, minor, and language studies as well as a Bachelor's thesis at the end of the studies.
After completing a bachelor's degree in the computational engineering program, you can continue your studies in the Master's Programme in Data-Centric Engineering at LUT.
General Studies, 84 ECTS Credits
Includes courses on mathematics, statistics, and computer science, introduction to programming, and basic physics.
Intermediate Specialization studies, 58 ECTS Credits
Includes courses on artificial intelligence, machine learning, matrix calculus, optimization, and partial differential equations.
Minor Studies, 20 ECTS Credits
Options for minor studies include software engineering, energy systems, industrial engineering, and management.
Language Studies, 8 ECTS Credits
Finnish and English.
Bachelor's Thesis, 10 ECTS credits
Bachelor's thesis, 10 ECTS credits.
The Bachelor’s Program in Computational Science and Artificial Intelligence equips you with skills to tackle real-world problems and develop effective solutions using algorithms. Additionally, you will learn to extract valuable insights and knowledge from the vast sea of data. By understanding how to collect, analyze, and interpret data, we can make informed decisions, optimize processes, and drive innovation in various sectors.
During your studies, you will build a solid foundation in mathematics, computer science, and natural sciences. You will explore fascinating areas such as statistical analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, delving into the frontiers of modern technology and expanding your knowledge in these cutting-edge fields.
Degree Programmes: Programmes in Technology and Engineering Science, Industrial Engineering and Management, Computational Science and Artificial Intelligence, Chemical and Process Engineering, Sustainable International Business and Digital Business
- Early bird discount / First academic year
- When required to pay a tuition fee, you are offered an Early Bird Discount of EUR 2 000 (thus the early bird fee is EUR 10,000)
- For the first academic year, there are no scholarships available.
- LUT Scholarships / Second and third academic years
- For the second academic year, 3 000 EUR scholarships will be granted for the students completing the studies in the first academic year (min.of 60 ECTS credits)
- For the third academic year, 3 000 EUR scholarships will be granted for the students completing min. 120 ECTS credits in the first and second academic years.
- If the student continues their studies in a Master's programme after completing their Bachelor's studies at LUT University, the tuition fee for the first year of Master's studies is EUR 9 000.
- Only students who are required to pay the tuition fee can be awarded a scholarship.
Double Degree Programs: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology and Software and Systems Engineering programmes:
No Early Bird discount
LUT Scholarships
- No scholarships are granted during the application process.
- The scholarships are granted by the end of October in each academic year.
- Only students who are required to pay the tuition fee can be awarded a scholarship.
- There are two different categories of scholarships
- Category 1. Scholarship is 1/3 of the annual tuition fee and (max. of 10% of applicants)
- Category 2. Scholarship is 1000 € (max. 40 % of applicants)
- Scholarship will not continue automatically for further academic years.
- Students are ranked/evaluated again after each academic year.
Graduating from our bachelor’s program opens up exciting career opportunities in various fields. With a strong foundation in mathematics, computer science, and data analysis, you will be well-prepared to succeed in a wide range of industries.
For instance, you can pursue jobs as a data analyst, data scientist, machine learning engineer, or AI specialist, where you will get to work with computational models, analyze large datasets, extract valuable insights, and create innovative solutions.
The demand for professionals with data-centric engineering skills is rapidly growing, and your skills will make you highly sought-after in fields such as engineering, finance, health care, or consulting.
These industries rely on data-driven decision-making, and your expertise in data-centric engineering will be invaluable.