Businesses in most industries today rely on some type of computer networking to remain competitive. Students who hope to participate in this field may study the software and hardware needed to create these systems. Educational programs may include subjects such as network infrastructures and the various techniques and equipment used to create those networks.

The formal higher education system of Finland is the 7-3-2-2 pattern. The university takes two years in vocational or technical education and finally two-year pre-tertiary education. Finland also has several public as well as private universities that have enabled accessibility of higher education to students.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.