Electrical Engineering Product Development

Master of Engineering

The Master’s Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering Product Development combines engineering research methods, product development, and industry collaboration for developing equipment for electric power distribution and transmission applications. 

Master School boosts your professional competence and connects you with a vast network of professionals from different fields of study and business.

Applying

– Rolling admission 15.5.-15.8.2026

– Joint application 31.8.-10.9.2026

Tuition fees & scholarshpis

Master’s degrees 13 500 euros / academic year for students from outside the EU/EEA countries and Switzerland.

Full-time studies

Savonlinna

Starting places: 25 Length of education: 1-2 years Upcoming application periods: 31.8.-10.9.2026 Joint application – Applying and admissions criteria – studyinfo.fi

Full-time studies

Savonlinna

Length of education: 1-2 years Upcoming application periods: 15.5.-15.8.2026 Rolling admission – Applying and admissions criteria – studyinfo.fi

Degree titles

  • Master of Engineering

Take your career to the next level

After completing the programme, you will have mastered the product development process of electric engineering components used in electricity distribution and transmission. You will be able to approach problems in product development and research using recognised methods. The programme also provides students with the ability to identify future-oriented trends needed in the product development process. 

Study guidance 

At the beginning of your studies, you begin your personal study planning (PSP), which helps you make choices related to your studies, practical training, master’s thesis, and international activities. Your Studies Coordinator will support you in preparing your personal study plan.  Studying at Master School allows you to build the career path of your choice in line with your own objectives.

Implementation of studies

At the Savonlinna campus, studies consist of classroom teaching, laboratory work, design exercises, and group work. 

  • High voltage engineering 
  • Product development 
  • Research skills and research methods in electric power engineering  
  • Data analytics and AI
  • High power systems

Why to study Electrical Engineering Product Development at Xamk?

Study contents

The scope of the degree programme is 60 ECTS credits

Core competence ( 25 ECTS credits)

  • Engineering research methods 
  • Product development process in high voltage systems 
  • Laboratory course on testing and development of high power systems 
  • Communications and control technologies in industrial networks 
  • Data analytics and AI 

All students participate in the core competence courses.

Optional studies (5 ECTS credits)

Master’s thesis (30 ECTS credits)

Complementary competence

You can choose complementary competence studies from a wide selection of Xamk’s Master School’s common studies according to your interests.

These common studies cover courses both in Finnish and English and include the following:

  • Digitality and technology in society
  • International operating environments and communication
  • Management, leadership and entrepreneurship
  • Research and development
  • Language studies.

Student stories

Development-oriented approach to work  

Xamk has strong partnership relationships with the private, public and third sector. In terms of studies and practical training, privately owned companies, particularly in Kymenlaakso region, are considered the most important partners, but Xamk also cooperates with public sector organizations and constantly aims to expand its network of cooperation. 

The degree programme is multidisciplinary, providing you with the opportunity to meet professionals from various fields during your studies. Together with your teachers, they aim to encourage critical thinking and improve your argumentation skills. As a result, you do not only gain new perspectives to your own field, but also contribute to the development of other fields.  

The networks created with experts during the studies are also a considerable advantage for you after graduation. This is something that students graduating from Xamk Master School consider one of the most important aspects of the education.  

The Master’s programme at South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences – Xamk, offers an authentically international study environment with students and staff members coming from over 30 countries. 

At Master School, you learn to retrieve and process field-specific research data and apply it to your own work. Learning is research-based, development-oriented and aimed at promoting innovation.  

You can also carry out research work and other assignments as part of Xamk’s research, development and innovation (RDI) projects.  

RDI specialists are an essential part of Xamk Master School, building bridges with the world of work. Among Finnish universities of applied sciences, Xamk stands out as the largest in the field of RDI activities. The total number of ongoing projects per year is nearly 300.  

FAQ – the most frequently asked questions

Finland’s education system is regarded as one of the best in the world. Education is a strong part of Finnish culture from pre-school years into adulthood.

We are strong believers in equality and education. That is why Finland has a good education system with high standards and efficient quality assurance – this provides excellent opportunities for studying. In addition, we have very highly qualified teachers in Finland. At Xamk, we have top-class teachers who have years of expertise in their respective fields. 

Master School is a learning community for Master’s degree students at Xamk. It provides you with the opportunity to build the career path of your choice and expand your professional network.

Savonlinnan kampus

Campuses in 4 cities

Xamk’s campuses are located in Kotka, Kouvola, Mikkeli, and Savonlinna. Some degree programs are offered entirely online.

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Further information on studies

Phone
+358505253232
Email
Mikko.Hyvarinen@xamk.fi
Department
Metsäbiotalouden ja uusien teknologioiden tutk. yk
Mikko Hyvärinen
Principal Research Lecturer
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Xamk’s Admissions Services primarily assists with matters related to applying for degree studies. You can contact us by phone or through our online form.

Mon-Fri 09.00-12.00

Degree education in Finnish:

  • +358 44 702 8891 
  • +358 40 585 6610

Degree education in English:

  • +358 40 585 6610

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