INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES

A one-year program that can help you get your dream job in Finnish ICT companies

INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES FOR SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES

Big Pond Education is here to help you develop your skills and get the edge you need to land a job in the leading Finnish information and communications technology (ICT) companies. This unique one-year exchange program experience gives participants the ability to further increase their knowledge about the field. Our industry-leading partner has developed the structure and content of this advanced ICT program to meet the constantly changing needs of the industry. Upon finishing the program, you will be equipped with the latest skills and knowledge that qualify you to apply for jobs in Finnish ICT companies.

ADVANCED ONE-YEAR ICT PROGRAMME

WEB MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ESSENTIALS

This program covers a variety of topics that are essential for a career in web and mobile application development or artificial intelligence. It can be taken online or on-site, and it includes both theoretical and practical components, giving you the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice and gain real-world experience.

COURSE STRUCTURE
*ECTS – European Credit Transfer System

Prerequisite Course
Computational Thinking Essentials (3 ECTS)

Artificial Intelligence Essentials
Programming Essentials in Python (5 ECTS)
Data Analytics with Python (5 ECTS)
Artificial Intelligence with Python (5 ECTS)

Web and Mobile Application Development
Web Programming Essentials (5 ECTS)
Back-End Development (5 ECTS)
Front-End Development (5 ECTS)
Mobile Application Development (5 ECTS)
Modern Software Engineering (5 ECTS)
Data Management Systems I (5 ECTS)
Data Management Systems II (5 ECTS)
API Design and Development (5 ECTS)

Studies Related to Finland
Finnish I (5 ECTS)
ICT Practical Training (15 ECTS | Optional Course after Program)

PROGRAM TARGET GROUPS

Our program is exclusively offered to ICT students and professionals who are currently studying and working in the ICT field. The participant’s language level must also be at least B2 in accordance with the European Language Level standard.

Required pre-IT skills by applicants:

  • Knows the basics of computer programming 
  • Knows what is human-computer interactions and has skills to apply interaction design for user interface programming
  • Principles of distributed systems
  • Basics of information management and database management systems
  • Knows how to develop data models for representing user requirements
  • Knows and is able to use CRUD operations of Structured Query Language (SQL)
  • Have basic knowledge and skills in software engineering
  • Have knowledge and skills in web programming with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS FOR ONLINE LEARNERS

Our program is offered for both online and on-site setups. If you choose to take the program online, you will need a computer with the following specifications:

  • 8 GB RAM
  • 10 GB available disk space minimum
  • 1280 x 800 screen resolution (minimum)
  • Headphones and microphone
  • Microsoft Windows 10 (32-bit or 64-bit), Mac OS X 10.1 or higher, Ubuntu 21.04 LTS (Another Linux hasn’t been tried), or Ubuntu: GNOME or KDE desktop and 64-bit distribution capable of running 32-bit applications
  • Open to the possibility of installing the necessary software

APPLY TO OUR PROGRAM IN FOUR SIMPLE STEPS

At Big Pond Education, we make the application process as simple and straightforward as possible. You simply need to follow four easy steps to begin your journey in the Finnish ICT industry.

INQUIRE

Once you give us a call, we will answer all your questions and concerns about the program before checking your eligibility

CHECK ELIGIBILITY

We will check your eligibility and determine if you have the necessary qualifications to apply for the program.

APPLY ONLINE

Once you’re cleared, you simply need to wait for the formal online application, fill it out, and submit it.

WAIT FOR APPROVAL

After submitting your application, you need to wait for the letter of acceptance and learning agreements.

Develop Your ICT Skills and Widen Your Career Opportunities in the Finnish ICT Sectors

The Finnish ICT sector offers a great working environment with good salaries and many opportunities for career growth. With the right set of skills, you can easily find a job in this field. At Big Pond Education, we want to help you develop the necessary skills to start or further your career in the Finnish ICT industry. That’s why we are offering our web mobile application development and artificial intelligence essentials program that gives you an edge over your competitors and qualifies you for your desired career path.

BE AN ICT EXPERT TODAY THROUGH OUR INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES FOR SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES

Our international linkages for schools and universities provide you with a program that gives you access to the latest advancements in the field of ICT and opens several opportunities for employment in the leading Finnish ICT companies. We aim to give you an excellent educational experience that will help you develop the necessary skills for a successful career in the future. To get started, contact us today!