Computer, Communication and Information Sciences - Communications Engineering Aalto University

Overview

The world comprises networks that connect people and devices that are a prerequisite for all other technologies to work successfully. As new technologies need better networks, building, maintaining and developing them is crucial for our future. The Computer, Communication and Information Sciences - Communications Engineering programme from Aalto University prepares students to answer the needs of this rapidly evolving field. Communications Engineering graduates have:

• Excellent knowledge of technology fundamentals. Graduates are experts in the fields of internet technologies, wireless communications and communications ecosystems.
• Solid understanding of behavioural economics and sciences. Graduates know what makes communications technology usable and economically feasible.
• Solid understanding of business dynamics. Graduates know the laws of business and can navigate accordingly.
• In-depth programming skills. Graduates have exceptional skills in programming, including readiness for demanding fields like machine learning and network protocols.
• Practical experience in the field. Graduates have worked closely within the industry already during the studies and have good connections to leading companies.
• World-shaping power in their hands. Graduates possess the knowledge and tools to have great impact on technological advancements and the future.

Career opportunities

The Nordics are the focal point of communications engineering. Two of the top three industry-leaders, Nokia and Ericsson, have grown here and are proof of the Nordics being the world’s leading telecom cluster. Other major equipment manufacturers (e.g. Huawei, Airbus Defence and Space) are present in Finland, making the ICT industry even stronger.

Aalto University and the Master’s Programme in Computer, Communication and Information Sciences – Communications Engineering work closely with the described industry, guaranteeing excellent employment opportunities. Besides the telecom sector, other industrial sectors and governmental organisations are looking to hire Communications Engineering graduates. Usually, the career path starts already during studies – for example in the form of an internship, project work or a thesis carried out for a company.

Students can undertake internships in the industry already during their studies. The most successful students are offered the possibility to work in a research group along their studies - read more about the Honours programme in Communications and Networking.