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VAMK is a modern and international University of Applied Sciences that provides high-level theoretical and practical oriented education in Finnish and in English, both at Bachelor level in full-time and part-time education and professional Master's degree level. Our strengths are in energy technology and international business competence, and in these fields, we are in close cooperation with the Vaasa region's energy sector. The main focus areas are high technology, international business, health care, and social services. VAMK takes a particular interest in combining the region's traditional entrepreneurial spirit with international awareness, languages, and culture …
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The University of Vaasa educates responsible leaders and experts on the needs of the future. The education and research that the University provides are wide-ranging, spanning from business studies, administration, and technology to communicate. Our research is relevant to our time, and we produce scientific knowledge of high international quality. The strength of our University is the community spirit, which promotes multidisciplinary studies and research. The campus is located on the western coast of Finland and offers a modern study environment for 5000 students on the shore of the beautiful archipelago. The faculty of Business Studies is one of the largest in its…
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The University of Turku, the campus area, is home to Turku's Swedish University, Åbo Akademi, and the Turku University of Applied Sciences. The total of students in Turku universities is nearly 40 000. All the essential services for the staff and students are on the campus: student restaurants, libraries, cafés, bars, convenience stores, to name a few. Furthermore, the city center and market square are within an easy 10-minute walking distance. The campus lies the Student Village – a home and a familiar place to many students and alumni. The buildings on the Turku campus represent different centuries and decades. The idyllic wooden houses operated as a garrison for th…
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The University of the Arts Helsinki (Uniarts Helsinki) fosters Finnish artistic heritage and renews art. The university was launched in 2013 upon merging the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts, Sibelius Academy, and Theatre Academy Helsinki. The university collegium chooses the external board members and confirms the election of its internal members. The collegium also appoints financial auditors, approves financial statements and the annual report, and frees the rector and board members from liability for the financial accounts. The collegium strives to increase transparent decision-making and inclusiveness at the university. The collegium consists of 18 members. Of those,…
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The profile of the University is wide-ranging, and its research crosses disciplinary boundaries. The University has developed innovative research perspectives into the various phenomena of society, health, and welfare. In its teaching and research, the University takes a critical approach to phenomena in society. Its experts engage in the societal debate both through their publications and through the mass media; their opinions are sought after. Their words carry weight in discussion and decision-making. The origins of the University in its forerunner, the Civic College, have endowed it with a singularly clear and extensive mission to serve society. The University of …
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Future innovation is about seeking, utilizing, and applying new knowledge. The University of Oulu researches people and culture in a changing living environment and opportunities that new technology provides to improve people's wellbeing and the environment. The University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary expert in Northernness. Founded in 1958, our research and education community is 13 500 students and 2800 employees healthy, and one of the biggest and the most multidisciplinary universities in Finland. The eight faculties, the many departments, and the University of Oulu's specialized research units create the foundation for multi scientific research, innovation, and t…
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Welcome to the University of Lapland, located in Rovaniemi, on the Arctic Circle; the University of Lapland is an international, multidisciplinary university whose areas of expertise include Arctic affairs and tourism research. As a research-based higher education institution, our teaching and research facilities offer students and scholars the opportunity to pursue academic excellence at all levels – up to Ph.D. studies – in the fields of arctic issues, tourism, art, and design, law, education, and the social sciences. Our state of the art research facility, the Arctic Centre, conducts internationally recognized, cutting-edge research on the interactions between people…
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The University of Jyväskylä conducts significant, world-class research in its core fields and trains competent, motivated experts who possess lifelong learning skills in various fields. The University interacts with society actively and responsibly in regional, national, and international contexts. The University of Jyväskylä is an internationally renowned multidisciplinary research university and one of the world's leading universities in learning and teaching. The University combines high-level competence in education, natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences, sport and health sciences, and economics and business administration into a multidisciplinar…
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The University of Helsinki is an international academic community with more than 40,000 students and members of staff. It operates on four campuses in Helsinki and nine other localities in Finland. The University's 11 faculties are home to many departments. Furthermore, the University accommodates several independent research-oriented institutes, multidisciplinary research networks, campus units, and units attending to duties of a national authority. The University of Helsinki enjoys excellent visibility and influence all around Helsinki and in the rest of Finland. What kind of teaching will be offered, and what kind of research will be conducted at the University of He…
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At UEF, interdisciplinarity is not something we do, it's who we are. We seek to be number one in Finland when it comes to academic learning environments. We offer first-class education that is bound to make a difference. We are one of the largest universities in Finland and home to approximately 15,000 students and 2,800 members. Our campuses are located in Joensuu, Kuopio and Savonlinna. UEF is a multidisciplinary university, which offers teaching in more than 100 major subjects. We have four faculties: the Philosophical Faculty, the Faculty of Science and Forestry, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies. Our activ…
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Turku University of Applied Sciences is an inspiring community of 10,000 members – an innovative and multidisciplinary higher education institution, which creates international competitiveness and well-being for Southwest Finland. Our graduates are practice-oriented professionals with top competencies. Studies at TUAS are working life-oriented, combining theoretical studies with professional skills. At the core of our teaching is Innovation Pedagogy, a new approach to learning developed at TUAS. Innovation Pedagogy emphasizes RDI and working life, making our graduates independently minded professionals with excellent international and communication skills. The mission…
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Tampere University of Technology (TUT) joined the European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU) at the beginning of 2017. ECIU promotes the internationalization of its member universities and represents their interests at the EU level. ECIU is a growing consortium that currently comprises 12 research-intensive universities. It has a goal to bring members on board from each country in Europe. TUT was invited to join ECIU, as the University enjoys a strong reputation for industry collaboration and has been steadily climbing up global rankings. ECIU is more than a loose partnership between like-minded universities and an essential consideration for TUT. "ECIU i…
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Welcome to TAMK Global Education Services. In international rankings, Finland's higher education system routinely comes top of the class. Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK ) represents Finnish higher Education at its best. TAMK Global Education is dedicated to making this top-class, modern, and innovative Education available worldwide. TAMK is part of the Finnish Vocational Higher Education sector. TAMK believes that Education is the key to success in any endeavor. TAMK's educational provision covers the following schools. Art, Music & Media Business & Services Construction & Environmental Engineering Health Care &…
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Mikkeli Campus is located at a former military base with beautiful buildings and surroundings. It has a truly international atmosphere as there are over 300 international students from many different countries on campus every year. There are 3500 students and 300 staff members on the campus all together. There are two bachelor's degree programs taught entirely in English: Environmental Engineering and Information Technology on the Mikkeli campus. Kymenlaakso University of Applied Sciences (Kyamk) and Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences (Mark) merged at the beginning of 2017. The new university of applied sciences is South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Scien…
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Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences is a multidisciplinary institution of higher education and an efficient actor in education and research, development and innovation (RDI) in South Ostrobothnia in West Finland. Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences has 19 Bachelor and 7 Master degree programs. Three-degree programs are taught in English (International Business, Nursing, and a Master's Degree in International Business Management). Also, double degree programs are available in the fields of technology and Business. Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences, SeAMK, prepares professionals of the future and produces high-level applied research to promote welfare a…
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Savonia University of Applied Sciences is one of the largest and most versatile Universities of Applied Sciences in Finland. Our organization of experts educates strong professionals in six different fields of study. Our versatile Degree Programmes offer the students the opportunity to study as a full-time student or alongside their job (Master's Degree and specialized studies) or flexibly at the Open University of Applied Sciences. Our campuses are located in Kuopio, Iisalmi, and Varkaus. Savonia UAS wishes to serve the surrounding work-life actively. Our R&D activities offer high-quality services and tailor-made solutions to the businesses and work communities'…
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We are a multidisciplinary and international higher education institute of approximately 6,000 students and 400 employees. In our operating area on the west coast of Finland, we are a significant creator of experts and developers, a propeller of internationalization, and a promoter of entrepreneurship. SAMK's profile is based on the needs of the area, and SAMK focuses on education, research, innovation, and development activities, which support industrial restructuring. Satakunta area has a versatile, economic, and industrial structure. Therefore, SAMK has to provide research and comprehensive study programs in technology, business and administration, and social and hea…
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The Saimaa University of Applied Sciences is an institute of higher education in Southeastern Finland in Lappeenranta and Imatra. We offer degrees in five fields. We conduct entirely in English the Degree Programmes in Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology, in International Business, in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourist Management and Nursing. At the Master's level, we offer degrees in English in International Business Management and Fine Arts. We have about 3000 students, approx. Four hundred fifty of them being international degree students. The number of teachers and other personnel is about 260. We have two campuses, one in Lappeenranta and another in Imat…
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Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oulu UAS) is one of the most prominent universities of applied sciences in Finland. We educate competent and innovative professionals and conduct active research and development. In co-operation with our partner institutions, we create new vitality in the northern region. We provide bachelor's and master's degree studies, pedagogic studies at the School of Vocational Teacher Education, professional specialization, open university studies, and supplementary training. Welcome to Oulu is the biggest city in Northern Finland and Northern Scandinavia. Oulu's population is one of Europe's youngest. Over the third of the residents are und…
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Novia University of Applied Sciences acts along with the Swedish-speaking parts of the Finnish coastline. With over 4000 students and a staff of about 300, Novia is the largest Swedish-speaking university of applied sciences in Finland. High-class and state-of-the-art degree programs provide students with a good platform for their future careers. Novia UAS is an essential developer of working life and industry near-by the campuses. In our strategic focus areas, we are among the top of the nation and internationally recognized. Novia University of Applied Sciences was formed on August 1, 2008, by merging the Sydväst Polytechnic and the Swedish Polytechnic, Finlan…
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Metropolia's strategy aims at healthy renewal. As a higher education institution, our strategic intent is to be a bold reformer of expertise and an active builder of the future. We want to strengthen the development of expertise, increase competitiveness and societal impact, and promote Metropolia's unity. We focus on high-quality learning and professional life cooperation. We renew our operating culture and expertise through digitalization and campus development. In terms of RDI and business solutions, we seek growth, especially in impact and external funding. We will achieve our strategic goals with flexible, continually updated learning opportunities, services, and…
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Quality management is the foundation of Laurea's operations and a tool for continuous improvement. As different monitoring and development measures, it is linked to all Laurea UAS and, therefore, a part of the organization's management, strategic work, and internal performance management. Quality management aims to maintain Laurea's quality culture and develop it further. All members of the Laurea community and the key stakeholders participate in the development of quality. The basis for the quality management system in Laurea UAS is the cycle of continuous improvement: Plan – Do – Check – Act. The following philosophy realizes the cycle of continuous improvement in Lau…
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Lappeenranta University of Technology (LUT) is a pioneering science university in Finland, bringing together science and business fields since 1969. Our international community is composed of approximately 6,000 students and experts engaged in scientific research and academic education. Clean energy and water, circular economy, and sustainable business are the fundamental questions of humankind to which LUT seeks solutions through technology and business. Our expertise in energy is reflected in our Green Campus, a unique research and study environment. LUT has a tradition of strong links with the business community. The Finnish business journal "Talouselämä" has r…
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As of 1 January 2018, Lahti University of Applied Sciences is part of the LUT Group. The new consortium comprises three higher education institutions: Lahti and Saimaa Universities of Applied Sciences and Lappeenranta University of Technology, with LUT acting as the head organization. The aim is to develop a highly appealing and diverse higher education cluster of international standing and high quality. The LUT Group's strategy focuses on enhancing educational paths, internationalization, and economic impact. LAMK will contribute to the Group's strategic aims through its activities in alignment with its strategy. The profile of LAMK is based on our focus areas and th…
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The path to a great future is paved with skills and expertise. The Karelia University of Applied Sciences is proud to be part of this development by training skilled professionals. Karelia is a multidisciplinary, widely connected, international, and innovative organization offering education leading to bachelor's and master's degrees. Karelia operates in seven study fields offering 21 programs out of which five are masters. Study areas are health care and social studies, business, engineering, forestry, media, and hospitality management. Karelia operates on two campuses near the Joensuu city center in easternmost Finland. Karelia is a significant and well-regocnised act…
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