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Foreword

Finnish universities of applied sciences (also known as polytechnics) provide professional higher education. They are multi-field insti-tutions with intensive working-life contacts and a regional development focus. They are financed mainly by the government and local authorities.

There are 25 universities of applied sciences in Finland operating under the Ministry of Educa-tion and Culture. page 3

Universities of applied sciences confer Bach-elor’s and Master’s degrees. A BachBach-elor’s degree takes 3.5–4 years to complete and encompasses 210–240 ECTS credits, while Master’s degrees at the universities of applied sciences hold 60–80 ECTS credits and build on a Bachelor’s degree and three years of work experience. page 26 Universities

Universities of applied sciences provide educa-tion and training in the following fields: • Humanities and education

• Culture

• Social sciences, business and administration • Natural resources and the environment • Technology, communication and transport • Natural sciences

• Social services, health and sport • Tourism, catering and domestic services

Universities of applied sciences offer close to 90 Bachelor’s degree programmes page 20 and over 30 Master’s degree programmes page 22 in English.

Bachelor-level degree education is free, also for international students.

On the Master’s level, institutions may charge tuition fees from non-EU/EEA nationals in cer-tain degree programmes in English. Students who are enrolled in these Master’s programmes can apply for institutional scholarships.

Finnish higher education institutions select their students independently.

To apply to a Bachelor’s degree programme at a university of applied sciences, you will need to have completed upper secondary education or equivalent, have a good command of English (an acceptable TOEFL/IELTS score) and you may have to take an entrance examination, either in Finland or, in some cases, in your own country. Submit your application through the joint application system at www.admissions.fi. You can apply for up to four different Bachelor’s degree programmes conducted in English with a single application.

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The uniquely located island institution offers seven degree programmes with a total of 500 students. We take pride in our close co-opera-tion and interacco-opera-tion with working life and society.

Åland UAS offers education and training in diverse fields as business administration, navi-gation, engineering (marine, electrical and IT), nursing and hospitality management.

Åland University of Applied Sciences

Högskolan på Åland

Arcada University of Applied Sciences

Web: www.ha.ax

Courses are generally taught in Swedish though exchange students from Nordic and European partner schools are offered courses in English. In order to provide students with international experiences and contacts, the university co-operates with a range of foreign institutions. Åland UAS is an active partner in networking activities and communication across national boundaries.

Arcada is a university of applied sciences in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. We offer high-quality education and further education for our 2,700 students. We believe in close con-tacts with the workplace, co-operate with around 90 higher education institutions and universities throughout the world, and also conduct practical research that is socially rel-evant. This is why a degree from Arcada in

business administration, tourism, media, technology, sports or social welfare and health care makes a difference and is appreciated by employers. The languages of instruction at Arcada are Swedish and English. Our chosen focus areas are sustainable materials and energy systems, digital services, culture and media production, wellbeing at work and patient safety.

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Centria University of Applied Sciences

Fields of Education: Engineering, Business and Administration, Tourism, Health Care and Social Services, Culture, Humanities and Education

Degree Programmes in English: Chemistry and Technology, Industrial Management, Information Technology, Business Management, Tourism, Nursing, International Business Management

Web: www.centria.fi

Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Diak)

Centria University of Applied Sciences is located in western Finland, in northern Europe. Centria is a multidisciplinary, dynamic and international higher education institution, which offers students and staff an environment that is innovative, caring and multicultural.

Our education is versatile with degree pro-grammes ranging from Chemical Engineer-ing and Business Management to NursEngineer-ing and Performing Arts. A strong focus on entre-preneurship and excellent connections with

working life provide a solid basis for combin-ing theoretical knowledge with career skills in a meaningful way.

Centria has around 3,300 students in six fields and 21 degree programmes with an annual intake of 622 students. The language of instruction is Finnish in most degree pro-grammes but we also offer six international degree programmes taught in English. Cen-tria has campuses in Kokkola, Pietarsaari and Ylivieska.

Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Diak) trains and educates people for meaningful jobs in the social and health sector, in parishes and in various organisa-tions. Diak also educates interpreters, pro-viding them with skills required in teaching and translating jobs. Part of the education is given in working-life learning environments,

which combines research, development and learning. Diak is a strong international player, promoting global responsibility and equal opportunities.

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HAAGA-HELIA University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Social Services, Nursing and Public Health, Diaconia, Youth Work, Community Interpreting, Sign Language Interpreting

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Social Services (Focus on Community Development Work or Focus on Diaconal Youth & Community Development Work) Web: http://www.diak.fi/en/Pages/default.aspx

Fields of education: Social Services, Nursing and Public Health, Diaconia, Youth Work, Community Interpreting, Sign Language Interpreting

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Multilingual Management Assistants, Business Information Technology, Experience and Wellness Management, Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management, International Business (Pasila campus), International Business (Porvoo campus), Sport and Leisure Management, Tourism Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Communication Management, Information Systems Management, International Business Management, Sport Development and Management (next intake 2013), Tourism

Web: www.haaga-helia.fi

At HAAGA-HELIA you can become an ex-pert in business, travel, journalism, manage-ment assistance, information technology, sports and leisure management or hotel and restaurant management. We offer Bachelor’s degrees in all these fields, complemented by Master’s degrees. Degrees can be

complet-ed in Finnish or English through day pro-grammes, or in Finnish or English through evening programmes. HAAGA-HELIA has extensive international networks, cooperating with universities abroad and offering plenty of opportunities for student exchange.

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HAMK University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Culture, Natural Resources and the Environment, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Business and Administration, Social Services, Health and Sport; Technology, Communication and Transport

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Automation Engineering, Construction Engineering, International Business, Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Business Management and Entrepreneurship Web: www.hamk.fi/English

Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

HAMK University of Applied Sciences, with its seven campuses, has around 8,000 students from around 60 countries, and 25 Bachelor-level and 7 Master-Bachelor-level degree programmes. We offer world-class education, research and development, and strong internationalisation with modern learning facilities and methods. Our strategic alliance with Lahti and Laurea Universities of Applied Sciences allows our

students to choose courses from a common provision of courses throughout the year. All our degree programmes are delivered in Finnish except for four Bachelor-level pro-grammes and one Master-level programme delivered entirely in English. Each field of education also offers courses in English for international exchange students.

Do you enjoy creating and innovating with others for the wellbeing of the community and society at large? Then Metropolia is your partner. In Metropolia we are committed to openness and high quality. Our community is passionate about expertise and we systemati-cally invest in high-quality teaching and co-operation in R&D and innovation.

Metropolia is a multidisciplinary international university of applied sciences, the largest of its kind in Finland. Metropolia’s strengths include our close cooperation with the world of work, our far-reaching involvement in so-ciety, and our ability to renew ourselves. Our cooperation networks extend to all continents and our international R&D work is gaining strength.

Metropolia has more than 60 degree pro-grammes, 15 of which are taught in English.

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Universities of applied sciences

Fields of education: Humanities Web: http://www.humak.fi /en

HUMAK University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Business, Culture, Health Care and Social Services, Technology Bachelor’s Degree Programmes: Civil Engineering, Electronics, Environmental Engin-eering, European Business Administration, European Management, Information Techno-logy, International Business and Logistics, Media Engineering, Nursing, Social Services Master’s Degree Programmes: Business Informatics, Emergency and Critical Care Nurs-ing (Erasmus Mundus), Health Business Management, Industrial Management, Informa-tion Technology

Web: www.metropolia.fi/apply/

HUMAK University of Applied Sciences operates through a nationwide network. It is the leading educator and expert in the fields of humanities, pedagogy and cultural management in Finland.

Our activities are based on human interaction, tolerance and respect for others.

Building connections, acting as a mediator, strengthening and developing a sense of community, creating innovations based on

the needs of citizens are among the key duties of HUMAK. We are actively engaged in NGO and youth work, cultural management, entrepreneurship in the creative industries, as well as the sign language interpreting industry by developing new and existing practices. HUMAK participates in all key European edu-cation and training programmes. In addition, we currently offer two English-language pro-grammes leading to a Master of Humanities degree.

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Universities of applied sciences

Kajaani University of Applied Science

JAMK University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Humanities and Education, Culture, Social Sciences, Business and Administration, Natural Resources and the Environment, Technology, Communication and Transport, Natural Sciences, Social Services, Health and Sport, and Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: International Business, Logistics Engineering, Nursing

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Information Technology, International Business Management, Paper Machine Technology

Other Education taught in English: Vocational Teacher Education Web: www.jamk.fi www.jamk.fi /english/

JAMK is an attractive, innovative and interna-tionally-oriented higher education institution with a strong role in developing the Jyväskylä region and Central Finland. There are 8,000 students and 760 staff members at JAMK. We offer first and second cycle degree edu-cation, open studies, continuing eduedu-cation, vocational teacher education and research, development and innovation activities. We maintain a close contact with enterprises

and organisations nationally and interna-tionally.

We offer Bachelor’s degrees, Master’s degrees and vocational teacher education in English. JAMK graduates have excellent know-how, the right kind of attitude and are able to put their professional skills and entrepreneurship to good use. Being a professional offers more choices.

At Kajaani UAS you can enjoy a cozy study atmosphere in our close-to-nature campus area, located not far from the town center. On our compact campus you can find all student services comfortably close to each other as well as some of the student accommodation. Our multicultural study groups are small, which helps in building good relationships with fellow students and lecturers. We place special emphasis on providing study coun-seling to enable students to succeed in their

studies. Our lecturers have an individual approach with each student, helping them to identify and develop their personal area of expertise. Kajaani UAS offers a variety of exchange opportunities and possibilities to participate in hands-on business projects. The town of Kajaani is big enough to offer all necessary services but yet is small enough to feel safe. Four distinct seasons provide a variety of settings ideal for a wide range of interesting experiences.

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Universities of applied sciences

Fields of education: Social Sciences, Business and Administration, Natural Sciences, Technology, Communication and Transport, Social Services, Health and Sports; Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: International Business, Sports and Leisure Management

Web: www.kajak.fi

Karelia University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Social Sciences, Business and Administration; Natural Sciences; Culture; Natural Resources and the Environment; Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services; Social Services, Health and Sport; Technology, Communication and Transport Bachelor’s Degree Programme in English: International Business

Web: http://www.karelia.fi/

Karelia University of Applied Sciences offers 18 Bachelor’s degree programmes and 3 Master’s degree programmes. The innovative learning environment, quality teaching and cooperation with working life make sure that your degree is a firm foundation for your future career.

Karelia UAS engages in active research and development. Co-operation extends from re-gional business life to international networks.

In terms of regional development impact, Karelia UAS is one of the leading Finnish universities of applied sciences.

Karelia operates in 4 centres in Joensuu with 4,000 students. The centres are learning environments that enable studies across the boundaries of different degree programmes. Joensuu is the student capital of eastern Finland. Here you can enjoy a relaxed and social lifestyle.

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Kymenlaakso University of Applied Sciences

Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Business and Administration, Information Communication Technology, Culture, Technology and Engineering, Health Care and Social Services

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Nursing, Business Information Technology, Business Management, Social Services

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: International Business Management Web: www.tokem.fi

Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences is a multidisciplinary institution providing higher education and research services in Northern Finland and Lapland. We train and educate cooperative experts with high profes-sional skills for international working environ-ments. Students get both theoretical know-ledge and practical training for a successful career. The study environment is enhanced

by 300 students from Europe, Asia and Africa studying in the international degree programmes. We have a strong network of partners in Finland, and the worldwide net-work extends to all continents with more than 60 international partners. We are situated on the doorstep to Finnish Lapland, close to the border of Sweden. Our educational units are located in two towns, Kemi and Tornio.

Welcome to study at the Kymenlaakso Uni-versity of Applied Sciences! We are an in-spiring, multidisciplinary school with many international activities. We focus on Design, Health Promotion and International Business. Employment prospects for our graduates are good. The campuses are located in Kotka and Kouvola, only about 130 km from Helsinki.

Kymenlaakso UAS is a higher education institution in Southeast Finland that provides high-quality education, fosters competence and conducts applied research. We have around 100 partner institutions in more than 20 countries around the world and we receive around 120 international exchange students annually. We also have over 200 international degree students, who make a distinct contri-bution to our multicultural atmosphere.

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Lahti University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Culture, Social Services, Health and Sports, Technology and Transport; Social Sciences, Business and Administration

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Design, and International Business Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Design, Health Promotion, International Business Management

Web: www.kyamk.fi

Fields of education: Business, Technology and Engineering, Social and Health Care, Design and Communication, Fine Arts, Music and Drama, Tourism and Hospitality Management

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Business Information Technology, International Business and Nursing

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Environmental Technology and International Business Management

Web: www.lamk.fi/english www.studyinlahti.fi

Lahti University of Applied Sciences (LUAS) is a multidisciplinary higher education insti-tution. Our Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes have been designed to respond to the ever changing needs of businesses and industries. We work actively with local compa-nies and international partners to improve our

quality of education, enhance the learning experience and share expertise. Located by the beautiful nature and close to the buzz of the capital city Helsinki, Lahti offers a stimu-lating and safe studying environment for both Finnish and international students. Make the most of your studies, join us in Lahti!

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Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Social Sciences, Business and Administration, Natural Sciences, Social Services, Health and Sports; Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Business Information Technology, Business Management, Facility Management, Nursing, Security Management

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Health Promotion, Service Innovation and Design Web: www.laurea.fi

http://www.laurea.fi/en/studies/degree_programmes/Pages/default.aspx http://www.laurea.fi/en/applying/Pages/default.aspx

Laurea University of Applied Sciences

Laurea produces new competences in the field of service innovations and carries out professionally orientated education, regional development and R&D activities. Laurea fosters modern teaching and learning methods and follows the unique Learning by Developing model: students’ learning is based on real-life projects and development work. Laurea has an international atmosphere among the students

and staff, hosting plenty of international students and contacts around the world. Laurea has approximately 8 000 students, of which 1 200 study in the adult education programmes. Laurea operates in the Greater Helsinki Region in seven units close to good transport connections.

It is our pleasure to invite you to study in the stimulating environment of Mikkeli Univer-sity of Applied Sciences (Mikkeli UAS). Our mission is to provide the highest professional expertise as well as applied research and de-velopment work for the needs of working life. We are committed to academic excellence and place special emphasis on international awareness and the development of entrepre-neurial skills.

Mikkeli UAS lies at the heart of the beautiful Finnish Lake District in South Savo region. Currently we host over 200 international students from more than 30 countries. In addition, several lecturers and experts from partner institutions visit Mikkeli each year, especially during the International Summer Term organised annually.

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Fields of education: Humanities and Education, Culture, Natural Sciences, Natural Resources and the Environment, Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services, Social Services, Health and Sports, Technology, Communication and Transport; Social Sciences, Business and Administration

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Business Management, Environmental Engineering, Information Technology

Web: www.mamk.fi www.gottogetin.fi

Novia University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Natural Resources and the Environment, Social Services, Health and Sports; Technology, Communications and Transport

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Environmental Engineering, Maritime Management, Nursing, Sustainable Coastal Management

Web: www.novia.fi http://admissions.novia.fi

Novia UAS offers 27 degree programmes leading to a Bachelor’s degree and four pro-grammes leading to a Master’s Degree in Swedish. Four Bachelor programmes run en-tirely in English. Novia UAS operates in five Finnish cities along the western coast of Fin-land. We have a fellowship of 4,000 students of which 150 are international students. Stu-dent-centred methods such as project-based

learning are central at Novia UAS. Inter-national exchanges are encouraged within all programmes, giving students valuable know-ledge and skills. Practical training also plays an important role when preparing students for working-life. Novia stands for quality educa-tion, sustainable development and regional presence.

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Rovaniemi University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Culture, Social sciences, Business and Administration, Natural Sciences, Tehcnology, Communication and Transport, Natural Resources and the Environment, Social Services, Health and Sports

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Business Information Technology, Information Technology, International Business

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Industrial Management, and Information Technology

Web: www.oamk.fi /english http://www.oamk.fi /english/applicants/

Oulu University of Applied Sciences

Oulu University of Applied Sciences is a multi-field university, with focus areas in Internet and technology-based innovations and services, sustainable living environment and energy solutions, creative solutions promoting health and wellbeing as well as new cultural content and experiences.

Oulu UAS has 30 Bachelor’s and 10 Master’s programmes. Three Bachelor’s and two Master’s programmes are in English. Double degrees can be completed in business and information systems studies. Professional specialisation studies, open university studies and other courses are offered in English.

Rovaniemi University of Applied Sciences (RAMK) is located in the city of Rovaniemi in the Arctic Circle, in the province of Lap-land in FinLap-land.

RAMK is the EU’s northernmost university of applied sciences and a part of the Lapland University Consortium, LUC. RAMK has 3,000 students and a staff of 300.

RAMK is an influential multidisciplinary player in the north by focusing on the

devel-opment of tourism and conditions that affect tourism. This focal area is approached through the development of service produc-tion and business operaproduc-tions, health promo-tion and wellbeing, a diversified sustainable utilisation of the northern environment and the development of cold climate techno-logy.

A distinctive RAMK characteristic is inter-nationality. RAMK has numerous partners in Europe, Asia and North America.

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Saimaa University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Technology, Health Care and Social Services, Business Administration, Tourism and Hospitality, Fine Arts

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management, International Business, Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: International Business Management Fields of education: Social Sciences, Business and Administration, Technology, Communication and Transport, Natural Resources and the Environment, Social Services, Health and Sports, and Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services

Bachelor´s Degree Programmes in English: Information Technology, Innovative Business Services, Tourism

Web: www.ramk.fi /en

The Saimaa University of Applied Sciences is an institution of higher education in South-east Finland. Our units are located in the towns of Lappeenranta and Imatra, close to the Russian border and by Lake Saimaa, the largest lake in Finland. In Lappeenranta, Saimaa UAS operates at the Skinnarila Campus, located next to the Lappeenranta University of Technology. The two universities constitute a multidisciplinary community of nearly 8,000 students.

The Saimaa University of Applied Sciences offers degrees in five fields: Technology, Health Care and Social Services, Business Administration, Tourism and Hospitality and Fine Arts. Education is given in English in four degree programmes. Of our 3,000 stu-dents, 300 are international degree students. Interaction between students and teachers is open and friendly.

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Savonia University of Applied Sciences

Satakunta University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Arts and Design, Business, Communication and Media Studies, Computer Science and Information Technology, Engineering and Technology, Health Care and Social Sciences, and Tourism and Catering

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Environmental Engineering, Innovative Business Services, International Business and Marketing Logistics, Physiotherapy Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Business Management and Entrepreneurship Web: www.samk.fi /english

Satakunta University of Applied Sciences (SAMK) is located on the west coast of Fin-land, in the Satakunta region. There are about 6,300 students in total and more than 250 international students studying on our cam-puses every year. SAMK is a multidiscipli-nary higher education institution, which offers both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in the fields of construction and energy, health, ICT, logistics and maritime techno-logy, service business operations and welfare.

We have campuses in the biggest cities in the region. Pori, Rauma, Kankaanpää and Huittinen offer spacious and safe living con-ditions, a lot of green nature and excellent opportunities for leisure activities. The cities are big enough to offer all the necessary services but also small enough to have a cozy and friendly atmosphere.

Savonia UAS creates and develops future know-how, building the competences of work-ing life and those of economic and cultural life. It fosters the competitiveness of the society through education, research and development projects. The starting point of our education and training are the needs of working life. The co-operation is based on

open interaction, sharing know-how and interactive learning. Savonia promotes its know-how and expertise by co-operating with companies, economic life, educational institutions, universities and international net-works. Our campuses are located in Eastern Finland.

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Fields of education: Culture and Arts, Business, Natural Resources, Tourism and Hospitality, Engineering, Social and Health Care

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Degree Programme in International Business, Degree Programme in Industrial Management

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Degree Programme in Industrial Management Web: www.savonia.fi

Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Business and Administration; Culture; Technology, Communication and Transport; Natural Resources and the Environment; Social Services and Health Care; Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: International Business, Nursing

Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences (Seinäjoki UAS) is an internationally audited multidisciplinary institution of higher educa-tion of about 4,800 students. It is a significant operator in research, development and inno-vation services. Seinäjoki UAS is located in the region of South Ostrobothnia in West Finland and offers a safe and inspiring living environment for students.

We welcome international degree students who want to become experts especially in the

fields of International Business and Nursing. We also welcome exchange students in all our five faculties. Students in the fields of busi-ness and technology can take part in a double degree programme. Yearly Seinäjoki UAS has around 200 international degree students and 250 international exchange students from 180 partner universities abroad.

Welcome to study in the dynamic and inter-national atmosphere of Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences!

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Fields of education: Culture, Natural Resources and Environment, Social Sciences, Busi-ness and Administration, Social Services, Health and Sports, Natural Sciences, Technology, Communications and Transport; Tourism, Catering and Domestic Services

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Environmental Engineering, International Business, Media, Nursing

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: Information Technology Web: www.tamk.fi /en www.tamk.fi /jointapplication www.tamk.fi /it

Turku University of Applied Sciences

Tampere University of Applied Sciences

Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) is an internationally-oriented multi-disciplinary higher education institution in the Tampere Region, Finland. In addition to the city of Tampere, TAMK operates in the towns of Ikaalinen, Mänttä-Vilppula and Virrat. TAMK is one of the largest UAS in Finland with approximately 10,000 students. TAMK offers multi-cultural studying and working environments. There are 8 Master’s

and 28 Bachelor’s degree programmes. Five of them are given in English: Environmental Engineering, International Business, Informa-tion Technology (Master’s Degree), Media and Nursing. Every year TAMK receives 300 exchange students from more than 370 part-ner institutions all over the world. In addition, there are over 250 full-time degree students from 66 countries.

Turku University of Applied Sciences (TUAS) is a state-recognised and accredited multi-disciplinary institution of higher education with some 10,000 students. TUAS offers competitive qualifications for international careers in seven educational fields, providing a good platform for interdisciplinary learning. Studies at TUAS are working life-oriented, com-bining theoretical studies with professional

skills. At the core of our teaching is Innova-tion Pedagogy, a new approach to learning. Innovation Pedagogy emphasises the view-points of R&D and working life, which helps to make our graduates independently-minded professionals with excellent international and communication skills.

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Fields of education: Arts and Media, Health Care, Sports and Social Services, Natural Resources and the Environment, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Business and Administration, Technology, Communication and Transport, Tourism, Catering and Hospitality Management

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Information Technology (specialising in Internet Technology), International Business, Nursing

Master’s Degree Programmes in English: International Business Management, Business Information Systems

Web: www.tuas.fi www.tuas.fi/admissions www.tuas.fi/applicants_guide

Vaasa University of Applied Sciences

Fields of education: Business, Health Care and Social Services, Information Processing, Technology and Communication, Tourism

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Information Technology, International

Multidisciplinary, multilingual and interna-tional VAMK is a modern and internainterna-tional University of Applied Sciences which pro-vides high level theoretical and practical oriented education in Finnish, Swedish and English, both at Bachelor and Master degree level. The main areas of focus are high tech-nology, international business and tourism, and health care and social services. VAMK takes a special interest in combining the

tradi-tional entrepreneurial spirit of the region with international awareness, languages and culture in the education. There is a strong emphasis on internationalization and the in-structors maintain high educational standard. The staff in degree programmes and student services all work to provide a quality learning experience in Vaasa, one of the liveliest student cities in Finland.

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Degree programmes in English

BACHELOR’S

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

IN ENGLISH

AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND ENvIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Degree Programme in Sustainable Coastal Management

• Novia University of Applied Sciences

ARTS AND DESIGN

Degree Programme in Design

• Kymenlaakso University of Applied Sciences

Degree Programme in Media, TAMK Tampere

• Tampere University of Applied Sciences

BUSINESS

International Business / International Marketing Management

• Savonia University of Applied Sciences

Degree Programme in International Business

• HAAGA-HELIA University of Applied Sciences

• HAMK University of Applied Sciences

• Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

• Lahti University of Applied Sciences

• Saimaa University of Applied Sciences

Degree Programme in Business Management

• Centria University of Applied Sciences

• Laurea University of Applied Sciences

• Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences

Degree Programme in Innovative Business Services

• Rovaniemi University of Applied Sciences

Degree Programme In International Business/marketing

International Business and Marketing Logistics

• Satakunta University of Applied Sciences

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Degree Programme in Business Information Technology

• Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences

• Oulu University of Applied Sciences

Degree Programme in Information Technology

• Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences (evening studies)

• Turku University of Applied Sciences

ECONOMICS, BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in European Business Administration (daytime studies)

• Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in European Management (daytime studies)

Degree Programme in International Business

• Arcada

• JAMK University of Applied Sciences

• Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences

• Vaasa University of Applied Sciences

Degree Programme In Security Management

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in International Business and Logistics (daytime studies or evening studies )

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Degree programmes in English

Innovative Business Services

Degree Programme in Business Information Technology

ENGINEERING

Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering

Automation Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Electronics (daytime studies)

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Engineering (daytime studies)

Construction Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Information Technology (daytime studies)

Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Civil Engineering (daytime studies)

Degree Programme in Plastics Technology

• Arcada

ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering

• Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences (daytime studies)

Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology

Industrial Management / Project and Business Management

HEALTH CARE AND SOCIAL SERvICES

Degree Programme in Nursing

• Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences

• Arcada

Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Social Services

• Diaconia University of Applied Sciences

Physiotherapy

LANGUAGES

Degree Programme for Multilingual Management Assistants

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SPORT SCIENCES

Degree Programme in Sports and Leisure Management

• Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

TOURISM AND CATERING

Degree Programme In Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management

Degree Programme in Tourism

• Kajaani University of Applied Sciences - no intake 2013

Degree Programme in Facility Management

Degree Programme in Experience and Wellness Management

MASTER’S

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

IN ENGLISH

BUSINESS

Business Management and Entrepreneurship (BME)

Master’s Degree Programme in International Business Management

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Informatics

COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA SCIENCES

Degree Programme in Communication Management

Masters Degree Programme in Media Management

• Arcada

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Infomation Systems

Degree Programme in Information Technology (Master)

Degree Programme in Information Systems Management

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ECONOMICS, BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION

Business Management and Entrepreneurship

Master’s Degree Programme in International Business Management

• Arcada

Master’s Degree Programme in Service Innovation and Design

ENGINEERING

Degree Programme in Industrial Management

Master’s Degree Programme in Health Business Management

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Informatics

ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Master’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Urban Planning and Climate Change

Master’s Degree Programme in Industrial Management

Master’s Degree Programme in Information Technology

HEALTH CARE AND SOCIAL SERvICES

Master’s Degree Programme in Health Business Management

Master’s Degree Programme in Health Promotion

Master’s Degree Programme in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing

SPORT SCIENCES

Degree Programme in Sport Development and Management (Master)

TOURISM AND CATERING

Degree programme in Tourism (Master)

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