Students at Fudan College of Future Information Technology

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A Degree from the College Is Something Special

Learn from world-class experts – including academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, nationally recognised senior researchers, and industry leaders – and join a community dedicated to shaping the future of information technology.

What You Will Get

Great Access to Resources

You will access cutting-edge laboratories and research platforms, and be part of Shanghai – one of the world’s most dynamic and innovative cities – with its unparalleled opportunities in technology, finance, and global collaboration.

Rigorous Foundations, Future-Ready Skills

An information science and engineering education at the College involves a rigorous grounding in fundamentals, using mathematics, physics, and computational thinking as tools to support understanding and develop new concepts.

Strong Career Outcomes

Many of our students have gone on to successful careers in leading technology companies or pursued further studies at world-renowned universities. Specific placement outcomes vary by programme, and we encourage prospective students to consult our programme pages or contact our admissions office for more detailed information.

Spring on the Fudan campus

Track 1 – Fudan Master’s Degree

English-taught · 3-year full-time

  • 3-year study entirely at Fudan University, Shanghai.
  • Receive a Master’s degree in Electronic Information from Fudan University.
  • This track is completed entirely at Fudan University with no exchange semester at the University of Turku (UTU).

Track 2 – Fudan–UTU Double Master’s Degree

English-taught · 3-year full-time

  • 3-year programme with one mandatory semester (currently the second semester) at the University of Turku, Finland.
  • After completion, students receive a Master’s degree in Electronic Information from Fudan University, and a Master of Science in Technology degree in Robotics and Autonomous Systems from UTU.
  • UTU selects students based on eligibility, bachelor’s level performance, and an English interview.
  • Additional tuition fee to UTU applies for non-EU/EEA students (€4,000/programme).

examples

Core courses at Fudan

  • HIDL Based Design (2 credits)
  • Digital Systems Engineering (2 credits)
  • Engineering Ethics and Research Methodology (2 credits)
  • Machine Learning (3 credits)
  • High-Speed Electronic System Design (2 credits)
  • Reconfigurable Computing (A) (2 credits)

5 ECTS each, plus Capstone

Core courses at UTU

  • Robotics and Autonomous Systems / Autonomous Systems Architectures
  • Hardware Accelerators for Robotics and AI / Hardware Accelerators for AI
  • Capstone (10 ECTS)

Courses are subject to adjustment based on yearly scheduling.

Doctoral Education

Leading Research in Information and Aerospace Technologies

The College of Future Information Technology offers doctoral programmes that train next-generation researchers and innovators. Students work closely with leading faculty on cutting-edge projects, from optical engineering and photonic devices to artificial intelligence and space information systems.

Professional Doctoral Programmes

Electronic Information

Computer Technology Track

Designed for professionals who wish to combine advanced engineering practice with doctoral-level research in computer systems, hardware-software co-design, edge computing, and related fields.

Electronic Information

Artificial Intelligence Track

Focused on deep learning, embodied AI, computer vision, and intelligent systems. Students engage in industry-relevant projects and cutting-edge AI research, often in collaboration with leading tech companies.

Both professional doctoral programmes emphasise applied research and innovation, preparing graduates for leadership roles across industry and the public sector.

How to Apply

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