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Study in South-Eastern Finland
Bachelor’s degree programmes in English offered by Xamk All for the future.
Study in South-Eastern Finland 1
Contents Preface
S In Xamk, the
Welcome to Finland 4 tudying in Finland is not just about the studies. It
is a chance to make friends, build networks, and ex-
passion to learn
perience something new. Finland is a safe country
Xamk – All for the future 8
where things work and nature is always close by.
is not bound to
Finns are strong believers in education. The higher time, place or
Campuses in 4 towns 10 education system is one of the best with great international method – it is a
connections and low hierarchies. Higher education in Fin- way of looking at
land has a dual structure and it is provided by universities
Environmental Engineering 14 the world.
and universities of applied sciences.
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Scienc-
Game Design 16 es – Xamk – is the 5. largest university of applied sciences
in Finland. International cooperation is an important part
Information Technology 18 of the University’s profile.
With more than 350 partner educational institutions
around the globe, Xamk sends and receives approximately
Digital International Business 20
600 students in the frames of student exchange and double
degree programmes.
Wellbeing Management 22 In Xamk, the passion to learn is not bound to time,
place or method – it is a way of looking at the world.
Master School 24
International cooperation 26
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Facts about Finland
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• Finland is a republic and a • Currency: Euro
SWEDEN
member of the European HELSINKI
• Most Finns, especially
Union (EU) ST. PETERSBURG
younger ones, speak English STOCKHOLM
• Population: 5.5 million Baltic Sea
• High standard of education, TALLINN
• Capital: Helsinki social security and
• Official languages: Finnish
healthcare, all financed by ESTONIA
the state
and Swedish
DENMARK
LATVIA
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RIGA
CLIMATE IN The image of Finland can sometimes be exaggerated with moose
and polar bears roaming the streets. Truthfully, it’s a modern and hip
FINLAND country, but the four seasons are very real: each unique and different.
Spring, summer, autumn or winter – every season has its own charm!
During the winter months, temperatures can drop as low as -35
degrees Celsius. Luckily, this is not the norm: regular winter temper-
atures fall somewhere between -5 and -15.
In the summer, it gets as hot as 30 degrees Celsius, sometimes
even more. Normal summer temperature is a bit over 20 degrees.
Why study in
Finland?
Winter Spring
Finland is everything you would society with a love of the country’s
expect a modern welfare state to rich and vast expanses of unspoilt
be and more. Its culture is unique: nature. So what makes Finland
the Finnish way of life combines the perfect destination for an
all the advantages of a high-tech international student?
Summer Autumn
SIMPLY BECAUSE FINLAND IS IN FINLAND YOU CAN AND DID YOU KNOW THAT
• the happiest country in the world • study in the best higher education • Finland has the most
(Sustainable Development Solutions and training system in the world forests in Europe (FAO, One of the great
Network, World Happiness (World Economic Global Forest Resources Assessment) concepts in Finland
Report 2018) Forum 2017–2018) • Finland has the most personal is called “Everyman’s
• the most peaceful and • breathe the cleanest air in the freedom and choice in the Rights”. This gives
stable country in the world world (Finnish Meteorological world (The Social Progress you the right to roam
(World Economic Forum, The Institute, Finland tops Imperative, 2017 Social freely in natural areas,
Travel & Tourism Competitiveness WHO air quality statistics) Progress Index: Finland) pick wild berries,
Report 2017 and Fragile • eat the cleanest food in Europe • Finns’ trust in other people is the mushrooms and flowers,
States Index 2018) (European Food Safety Authority, highest in Europe (European fish with a rod and line
• the most innovative country in the The 2015 European Union Commission, Fairness, inequality and use boats, swim or
world (World Economic report on pesticide residues in food) and intergenerational mobility: bathe in inland waters
Forum 2015) Social Capital: Trust in people) and the sea.
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Xamk – All
for the future
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied
Sciences (Xamk) is an innovative higher
education institution driven by the idea of
unlimited lifelong learning and study.
S
outh-Eastern Finland University of • Bachelor of Business
Applied Sciences – Xamk – is an in- Administration, Digital
stitute of higher education which fo- International Business (BBA)
cuses on • Bachelor of Business
• wellbeing, Administration,
• technology and Wellbeing Management (BBA)
• creative industries. • Bachelor of Engineering,
Xamk is the 5th largest university of ap- Information Technology (B.eng)
plied sciences in Finland. We provide edu- • Bachelor of Engineering,
cation in eight fields of study, participate in Environmental Engineering (B.eng)
research and development and provide ser-
vices to the businesses and residents of the Full-time studies leading to a Bache-
In Xamk the pas-
area. Xamk aims to promote life-long learn- lor-level degree last 3.5–4 years (210–240
ing and entrepreneurship. ECTS). sion to learn is not
You can apply to study for a Master’s de- bound to time,
MODERN CAMPUSES gree if you have a degree from a university of place or method –
applied sciences or another higher education it is a way of look-
Xamk has campuses in four towns: Kot- degree plus at least three years of work ex-
ing at the world.
ka, Kouvola, Mikkeli and Savonlinna. The perience in the relevant field of study. Stud-
range of services on campus is wide: restau- ies in a Master-level degree programme take
rants, cafés, libraries, indoor and outdoor 2–3 years (60–90 ECTS). 3 of the 27 Mas-
sport and leisure facilities, as well as services ters’s programmes are conducted in English.
to promote studying and student well-being • Master of Engineering,
The learning environments – classrooms, Cybersecurity Facts about Xamk
auditoriums, laboratories, workshops, etc. – • Master of Business Administration,
are modern and comfortable. International Business Management
In addition to providing education, all • Master of Health Care/Social
• 9,300 students • Second largest UAS in DEGREE
Finland in terms of budget; PROGRAMMES
campuses engage in a diverse range of re- Services, Health Promotion • 750 employees
annual turnover EUR 70
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search and development activities and pro- • 1,700 graduates per year million Degree
vide services. TUITION FEES • 4 campuses • Extensive RDI activities programmes
on Bachelor´s
• 350 partner institutions • Versatile services level
INTERNATIONAL DEGREE The students outside of the EU/EEA area
around the world
27
PROGRAMMES are required to pay tuition fees. Fees set for • President and CEO Heikki
• Region of operations: Saastamoinen Degree
the degree programmes at Xamk are 6 000–
South Savo and programmes
There are 62 Bachelor’s programmes, 5 of 7 000 euros per academic year.
Kymenlaakso on Master´s
which are conducted in English. General information about the tuition level
• Bachelor of Culture fees in Finland is available on the Study in
and Arts, Game Design Finland website and at www.xamk.fi
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Campuses
in 4 towns
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Xamk has 4 modern campuses located in the T AL
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Kymenlaakso and South Savo regions. U S TO
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he beautiful, clean nature and all campuses engage in a diverse range of re-
the important services are near. search and development activities and pro-
The facilities
offered by
NUMBER
The range of services on campus
is wide: restaurants, cafés, libraries, indoor
vide services.
As a student at Xamk you are guided Xamk are highly OF XAMK
and outdoor sport and leisure facilities, as by professional student services throughout valued by our STUDENTS
well as services to promote studying and stu-
dent well-being.
your studies.
The aim of Student Wellbeing Servic-
international IN CAMPUS
The facilities offered by Xamk are es is to support students in a comprehensive
students.
TOWNS
highly valued by our international students. manner, help them to complete their stud-
The learning environments – classrooms, ies and develop their expert skills. The Stu-
auditoriums, laboratories, workshops – are dent Wellbeing Services are available to all
modern and comfortable. degree programme students for the entire
In addition to providing education, all duration of their studies.
Mikkeli Savonlinna
STUDENTS STUDENTS
3 900 700
Kouvola Kotka
STUDENTS STUDENTS
1 900 2 800
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Kotka Mikkeli
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otka is located on the coast ikkeli is located in the
of the Baltic Sea, 130 km heart of the Finnish
east of Helsinki and 290 lake district in South
km west of St. Petersburg. Savo, two hours by car
Kotka has approximate- from the capital city.
ly 54,000 inhabitants and is known by its Mikkeli is the largest summer cottage area
port, industry and maritime festivals. Kotka in Finland because of the beautiful nature,
is also known as a multifaceted city of edu- lakes and sceneries. Mikkeli has approximate-
cational institutions and culture. ly 54,000 inhabitants.
The characteristics of Kotka are based Mikkeli, also known as the headquarters
on the sea and the Kymi river. The port of city of the Finnish Army during WWII, is
HaminaKotka is the biggest universal, export an important administrative centre. The re-
and transshipment port in Finland. gion interests the friends of local food and
The Kotka Campus is located in the natural attractions around the world. Mik-
Metsola district, approximately 5 km from keli is a lively town not only in summer but
the centre of Kotka. also in winter.
The Mikkeli campus is approximately
10 minute’s walk from the centre of Mikkeli.
www.xamk.fi/kotkacampus
www.xamk.fi/mikkelicampus
Kouvola Savonlinna
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ouvola is a town with plenty avonlinna is a town in eastern Fin
to see and experience and land with approximately 35,000
it provides cosy surround- inhabitants. The Savonlinna re-
ings for students. Kouvola gion is situated at the heart of
has approximately 85,000 Europe’s most extensive lake dis-
inhabitants. The attractions in Kouvola range trict. Olavinlinna Castle, founded in 1475,
from the Repovesi national park to the Tyk- is a venue for the world-famous Savonlinna
kimäki amusement park. Four top sports Opera Festival.
teams, versatile hobby opportunities and Savonlinna is an ideal place for enjoy-
night life that is filled with live music guar- ing the beauty of nature but it also offers var-
antee recreation for everyone. ious opportunities for spending active lei-
It is easy to travel from Kouvola to oth- sure time.
er parts of Finland. The distance to Helsin- The Savonlinna campus is located in
ki is only about 140 kilometres. There are the heart of the town. In addition, Xamk op-
also daily connections to Russia, with the erates in two other locations in Savonlinna:
Allegro train. • FiberLaboratory – develops
The campus is located in a former gar- technology and innovations for
rison area, approximately one kilometre from the processing and forest industry
the centre of Kouvola. • 3K-Factory of Electronics
www.xamk.fi/kouvolacampus www.xamk.fi/savonlinnacampus
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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering When after
taking the
entrance exam,
MAKE A FUTURE – TAKE AN EE campus and also in projects carried out in I got an email
DEGREE OBTAINED: co-operation with working life. from Xamk with
Bachelor of Engineering Would you like to become an environmen-
congratulations,
tal engineer who also understands environ- PROGRAMME CONSIST OF THE
EXTENT OF DEGREE: mental economics and environmental man- FOLLOWING TOPICS
I believe it was
240 credits (ECTS) agement? my second day of
Studying in the Environmental engi- • Sustainable environmental birth.”
DURATION OF STUDIES: neering degree programme is a great way to technologies
4 years boost your career prospects. The growing • Environmental management
challenge of climate change, the expanding • Environmental protection
LANGUAGE OF need for clean technologies, environmental • Environmental safety
INSTRUCTION:
health and safety issues and the green econ- • Measuring and
English
omy are trends that benefit our engineer- monitoring techniques
ing graduates. • Environmental sampling
TUITION:
We coach you for the position of an in-
EU/EEA students – Free
POSSIBLE WORKING TASKS
Non-EU/EEA students 6 000
euros/academic year
Studying in the • Planning and organizing
Scholarship scheme at Xamk Environmental environmental matters
www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees • Managing environmental
engineering
systems and health and
degree safety issues (EHS-manager)
programme is • Developing and using
a great way to environmental technical solutions
boost your career • Managing responsibility issues
prospects. • Environmental
consulting/engineering
ternational environmental expert in the pub- Flexible studies, international projects
lic or private sectors. Part of your practical
studies is carried out in our modern envi-
and an eco-friendly town
www.xamk.fi/ee
ronmental laboratory located on the main
M
y name is Daria Chekalskaia and I am an Environmental LIVING IN MIKKELI
engineering (EE) student at Xamk. The EE-program fits me
well, I already chose my priority areas for now – waste man- When after taking the entrance exam, I got
ENJOYING THE FINNISH NATURE BY DARIA. agement and renewables. I would also love to work with people, explain- an email from Xamk with congratulations, I
ing the importance of being eco-friendly. There is always something to do believe it was my second day of birth. And
for environmentalists in this 21th century world. I started to prepare for my independent life
The Finnish educational system (and probably mentality) allows abroad in the town called Mikkeli!
you to be flexible with your studies and take a responsibility for what and Mikkeli is quite a small town and it has
when you take during your studies. My favorite part in studying at Xamk is a lot of benefits, such as:
the chance to participate in the international projects.For example, I wrote • fewer people, less traffic
about the Neptune project in the Netherlands, which was my first work- • more forests and access to nature
ing-on-the-real-case experience. I also got an opportunity to become a part • no transportation needed except
of the crew in the Jurassic Rock in Mikkeli this summer, where we could a bike, which I got
apply all our knowledge in terms of noise pollution. from the university
I truly believe that coming to study at Xamk was the right choice in • you can easily either find some
terms of my present experience and future potential. As our university’s activities or arrange them (chance
Never have feet on the ground. One of our best hobbies – barbeque. Nature makes you crazy. motto says: “All for the future”. For my bright future. to be a superstar in a small town)
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GAME DESIGN
Degree Programme in Game Design I really enjoy
staying in Finland.
People are
PASSION FOR PLANNING ling and animation, such as advertising and friendly, nature is
DEGREE OBTAINED: AND DEVELOPING THE GAME TV production.
beautiful, and the
Bachelor of Culture and Arts INDUSTRY The basic studies cover arts and design
skills, design methods and professional tools. winter is totally
EXTENT OF DEGREE: The graduates of the Game Design degree The education centres around 3D model- enjoyable with
240 credits (ECTS) will master game production with an em- ling, concept art, script writing and game access to sauna.”
phasis on planning and developing games mechanics. Different game design concepts
DURATION OF STUDIES: and acquiring a clear understanding of the will be explored in workshops, leading to
4 years game industry. design-orientated multidisciplinary projects
The degree gives competence through in cooperation with various organizations.
LANGUAGE OF The programme aims to provide com-
INSTRUCTION:
petence in global game design entrepreneur-
English
The programme ship with hands-on experience and a ho-
TUITION: aims to provide listic approach to game design. Studies in
Game Design enable students from differ-
EU/EEA students – Free competence
ent cultural backgrounds to build an inter-
Non-EU/EEA students 6 000 in global national career.
euros/academic year
game design
Scholarship scheme at Xamk entrepreneurship POSSIBLE CAREERS:
www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees
with hands-on
• game designer
experience and a
• 3D modeller of
holistic approach characters and environments
to visual game • concept artist and
design concepts. • entrepreneur of
game design business
research and development assignments to be-
come an expert in specific areas of game de-
www.xamk.fi/game
sign and other fields which use 3D model-
XAMK PROVIDES INSPIRING FACILITIES TO PROMOTE THE CREATION OF NEW GAME IDEAS. “I’ve never wanted to skip a single
class since I came here”
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y name is Dinh Tuan Anh, and I am a 2nd-year student of the diverse learning materials.
Game Design Degree. I came from the warm (burning) light Xamk teachers are inspiring, organized,
of Hanoi, Vietnam. Most of the time I immerse myself in an- and open minded. They always encourage
ything related to game, concept art and illustration. their students to explore different approach-
Inspired by all the games I loved to play, I made my way as a game de- es when it comes to assignments. I’ve never
sign student in Xamk. I used to be a graphic designer in Vietnam before I wanted to skip a single class since I came here.
made the switch to be a game artist since 2016. If a person asks me if he/she should ap-
When I made it to Finland, my first impression was how nice this coun- ply to study Game Design in Xamk, I would
try can be. I really enjoy staying in Finland. People are friendly, nature is say that if they really are interested in a dy-
beautiful, and the winter is totally enjoyable with access to sauna. namic learning environment where they can
What amazes me the most about Xamk is that I have the opportuni- enhance their skills in order to expand their
ty to not only meet but also to work with talented people from all over the career in the game industry, then yes, they
world. I get to experience the latest technology in the industry along with won’t be disappointed.
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INFORMATION TECHNOL OGY
I had read about
Degree Programme in Information Technology the Finnish
educational
IN IT-PROGRAMME YOU WILL programming skills into your curriculum. system
DEGREE OBTAINED: FOCUS ON NETWORKING Personal skills development courses are guid- consistently
Bachelor of Engineering ed and timed selfstudy. ranking as one
In Information Technology (IT) program
EXTENT OF DEGREE:
of the best in the
me you will focus on networking. How the MAKE YOUR OWN INVENTIONS
240 credits (ECTS) networks function and are managed. You will world, and Xamk
learn to build data secure, Internet connect- The future Internet is open for all kinds of was known to be
DURATION OF STUDIES: ed wired or wireless local area networks. You new inventions. With this high quality edu- at the top of the
4 years can maintain and upgrade server systems. cation you have all the steps needed to make Universities of
At the last part of your studies all these your own inventions. Many IT-students have
LANGUAGE OF Applied Sciences
are collected together and you will learn to found a job from some traditional industry
INSTRUCTION:
build IoT (Internet of Things) -systems and as a server administrator or network spe- in the country.”
English
you will understand their meaning and pos- cialist.
sibilities in global business. After graduation you will be able to
TUITION:
You can also make programs with work as technical experts in different fields
EU/EEA students – Free
which you can verify that the systems are of the ICT sector.
Non-EU/EEA students 6 000
functioning correctly. You may include more You are also possessed versatile practical
euros/academic year
knowledge of information and network tech-
Scholarship scheme at Xamk nologies, good communication and cooper-
www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees ation skills as well as skills to improve your
Our graduates
own professional expertise independently.
are highly valued
and respected by
www.xamk.fi/it
employers.
MODERN IT-ENVIRONMENT TO DEVELOP YOUR PROFESSIONAL SKILLS.
Hands-on experience with hardware and
building computer networks
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y name is Bogdan Moroz, I am 20 years old and I come from experienced and supportive, and my person-
Saint Petersburg, Russia. I wanted to study abroad, and Fin- al study plan has been quite flexible. Person-
land seemed like a really good choice. I had read about the ally, I have taken several courses on media
Finnish educational system consistently ranking as one of the best in the production, making a short film and shoot-
world, and Xamk was known to be at the top of the Universities of Applied ing games of the local hockey team for live
Sciences in the country. streams for almost a year.
The Information technology programme at Xamk attracted my at- I have also spent a year on Erasmus
tention with its emphasis on hands-on experience with hardware and build- exchange at the Amsterdam University of
ing computer networks. That made it stand apart from many programmes Applied Sciences. It was an opportunity to
I was also considering that mostly offered software development courses. try an educational system of another coun-
Most of the IT-courses combine theory with lots of labs and practical try, improve my software development skills
assignments, and you learn to put your knowledge to use. The lecturers are and meet even more international students.
18 Study in South-Eastern Finland Study in South-Eastern Finland 19DIGITAL INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Degree Programme in Digital International Business
I would love to see you at
Xamk, I would love to be your
PURSUING CHALLENGING In our Digital In- friend and help you when you
DEGREE OBTAINED: CAREERS IN DIGITAL
ternational Busi- need. Be brave and be always
Bachelor of Business INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Administration
ness programme ready for adventures!”
The Bachelor’s degree programme in Dig- you will acquire a
EXTENT OF DEGREE: ital International Business aims to provide strong foundation
210 credits (ECTS) graduates with the knowledge, skills and un- in international
derstanding required in challenging positions business opera-
DURATION OF STUDIES: within the field of global digital economy.
3.5 years It also strives to produce graduates who
tions.
can work independently and communicate
LANGUAGE OF
with people from different cultural and lin- smart logistics. You will learn how compa-
INSTRUCTION:
guistic backgrounds. An entrepreneurial nies use and work with emerging technolo-
English
mindset is encouraged by different learning gies to increase the customer satisfaction by
methods as well as by extra-curricular and means of value creation.
TUITION:
cross-cultural RDI activities.
EU/EEA students – Free
POSSIBLE CAREERS:
Non-EU/EEA students 6 000
euros/academic year FIELDS OF SPECIALIZATION
• Digital project manager
Scholarship scheme at Xamk In our Digital International Business pro- • E-commerce specialist
www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees gramme you will acquire a strong founda- • Development director
tion in international business operations and • Digital media manager
global digital economy. The International • Account manager
Marketing study path focuses on the latest • Brand marketing manager
digital marketing trends, selling to the in- • Export manager
ternational customer and the fast-paced and • Sustainability leader
exciting world of social media. • CRM manager
You will learn how a great customer • e-Business Manager
experience is created and maintained. The • Entrepreneur From Vietnam to Finland
Global Supply Chain Management study
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path focuses on cutting-edge digital techno- i. My name is Xuan and my hometown is Hanoi – the capital of a French-major student, I didn’t know any-
www.xamk.fi/ib
logical solutions in SCM in the area of agile/ Vietnam. I was a sophomore in Hanoi University, French being thing about Business but I still find it interest-
my major. Although I love studying languages and learning new ing. Or for someone who is fond of Marketing
cultures, I felt like something was missing so I decided to step out of my or Trade or both. Or anyone who is looking
RELAXED STUDY ENVIRONMENT, GOOD TEAM SPIRIT, NICE CAMPUS. comfort zone and applied to study in Finland. for a new field to invest their time and effort
I think that a University of Applied Sciences is a good place for in- in. You never know what is about to come.
ternational students like me because I get to improve my English but also I do want to say your future is yours to
havethe chance to learn more Finnish. decide and here at Xamk, our slogan is “All
As for Xamk, I feel like studying here is mostly independent, which for the future”. I didn’t know anything about
teaches students to be active. You need to exploit more than just what the Xamk but I ended up loving this place more
lecturers told you in classes to have a more in-depth understanding of what than I thought. I have my good friends here
you’re studying. Teachers always welcome students to make questions and who always take care of me and the teach-
they are also open to help guide students, give feedbacks very honestly and ers who are always ready to help out with
straightforwardly. my studies. So why don’t you give Xamk a
try? You never know what you miss if you
WHY NOT TO GIVE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS A TRY? don’t try it. I would love to see you at Xamk,
I would love to be your friend and help you
I think everyone should give International Business a try. You don’t have to when you need. Be brave and be always ready
study a related degree in order to understand what they are teaching here. I was for adventures!
20 Study in South-Eastern Finland Study in South-Eastern Finland 21WELLBEING MANAGEME NT
Degree Programme in Wellbeing Management
After graduation, you will be
able to work as a developer or
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN The goal of service designer in wellbeing
DEGREE OBTAINED: BUSINESS AND WELLBEING?
wellbeing services service company, as entrepre-
Bachelor of Business
Administration During the studies you will learn to devel-
is to promote neur producing the wellbeing
op and produce wellbeing services based on the quality of life, services, or work in human
EXTENT OF DEGREE: data with the state-of-art technology. health and the research management buying
210 credits (ECTS) ability to work.
Physical exercise and health have an wellbeing services.”
important role in the human ability to work
DURATION OF STUDIES: and perform. With the help of technolo- Viljo Kuuluvainen
3.5 years gy, it is easier than before to measure and The studies are implemented in close
Project manager at Active Life Lab
assess wellbeing. Measuring produces data cooperation with companies and they in-
LANGUAGE OF
that helps to create new services that support clude projects commissioned by companies.
INSTRUCTION:
wellbeing, health, and the ability to perform, This will create networks that will be bene-
English
together with new business opportunities. ficial after your graduation.
TUITION:
AFTER YOUR GRADUATION, As a BBA in Wellbeing Management,
EU/EEA students – Free
YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: you will be able to work for example
Non-EU/EEA students 6 000
euros/academic year
• identify and coordinate the • in companies that offer services in
Scholarship scheme at Xamk service needs for physical activities,
www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees promoting wellbeing nutrition or healthcare
• develop and implement • in companies that develop
wellbeing services based on data health and wellbeing technologies
• acquire and assess wellbeing • in event production planning
services based on data and in producing wellbeing services
• recognize the opportunities • in the field of human resources or
of profitable wellbeing business • insurance You will study at Mikkeli Campus and
• operate in an entrepreneurial
manner and start your own business
at Saimaa Stadiumi
• operate in an international www.xamk.fi/
Y
wellbeingmanagement
working environment ou will study at Mikkeli Campus. Part of the studies are at Saimaa • The devices at the smart gym
Stadiumi, which area offers a great opportunity to combine sports, automatically track and adapt
experiences, and wellbeing. You can for example play ice-hockey the training programmes of
and football, ice-skate and ski, and do orienteering or track & field sports individuals. This information is
THE DEMAND FOR WELLBEING SERVICES IS INCREASING. there, together with many options of indoor games. used for optimizing the
development as well as for
ACTIVE LIFE LAB – HIGH-QUALITY RESEARCH tailoring the health enhancement
AND DEVELOPMENT actions outside of the smart gym.
• The fitness testing area includes
Active Life Lab, a unique environment for high-quality research and de- novel equipment which make use
velopment on wellbeing service, will be an important part of your studies. of virtual reality and augmented
It is situated at Saimaa Stadiumi. reality to improve the fitness and
functionality of neurological
• The virtual reality space includes technology to test how patients, orthopedic patients, and
different environments, eg nature environments or a new office also of healthy people. The virtual
layout, affect people’s wellbeing. In addition, the space includes reality treadmill includes different
different virtual reality games and contents that are used for games that used for motivating
measuring and enhancing the cognition and memory of the patient and for gamifying the
neurological patients as well as those of healthy people. rehabilitation or training.
22 Study in South-Eastern Finland Study in South-Eastern Finland 23MASTER SCHOOL
The Master of Business
Enhance your professional Administration degree is a highly
respected proof of your professional
competence skills and on top of the degree you
will meet interesting people while
studying and widen your network.”
M
aster School is a learning com- gramme is either 60 or 90 credits. join your network. You can also participate
munity at Xamk for Master’s The studies take approximately two in international exchange programmes with Katja Lassila-Hyypiä
degree students. It provides the years. The duration depends on the extent of our partner institutes.
opportunity to build the career path of your your studies.
choice and expand your professional net- MASTER’S DEGREE
work. BUILD YOUR INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMMES CONDUCTED
In order to be eligible to apply for a Mas- CAREER PATH IN ENGLISH
ter’s level degree programme you must have
completed a Bachelor’s level degree or other At Master School, you will strengthen your • Master of Business Administration,
higher education degree and have a minimum expertise, studying with a group of like-minded International Business Management
of three years of work experience after the professionals from different fields. You will • Master of Engineering,
completion of the Bachelor’s degree. be given tools for explorative development Cybersecurity
The Master School programme is de of your job and for reforming your work • Master of Health Care/Social
signed to allow you to work and study at the community and field of business. In addi- Services, Health Promotion
same time. The extent of the Master’s pro- tion, experts representing other fields will
Cybersecurity International busine ss management Health promotion
The objective of the education is to produce The Master’s degree programme improves The programmes serves the fields of health
DEGREE OBTAINED: modern high-level competences in the area DEGREE OBTAINED: the students’ professional expertise to suc- DEGREE OBTAINED: care, social services, and sports by produc-
Master of Engineering of cybersecurity. Disruptions in the opera- Master of Business ceed in demanding development, manage- Master of health care/social ing experts in health promotion who are also
tions of our Internet-based society may be Administration ment and expert positions. services prepared for managerial challenges.
EXTENT OF DEGREE: fatal. Such disruptions may result from cy- The education focuses on the aspects The aim of the management studies is
60 credits (ECTS) ber-attacks. These attacks may focus even EXTENT OF DEGREE: of international business which are of vi- EXTENT OF DEGREE: to prepare the students to take charge of a
on the critical infrastructures: Energy Pro- 90 credits (ECTS) tal importance for the international strate- 90 credits (ECTS) department or unit in a health or social care
DURATION OF STUDIES: duction and Distribution, Water Systems, gic management and growth of the compa- institution and run service processes. The
1,5 years Transport and Communication Infrastruc- DURATION OF STUDIES: ny. We offer students the possibility to ex- DURATION OF STUDIES: management studies are free-choice elec-
ture, Health Care and Financial Services. 2 years change study with our numerous partner 2–3 years tives and can consist of strategic manage-
LANGUAGE OF New skills will be needed for prevent- institutions. ment, management of people, and finan-
INSTRUCTION: LANGUAGE OF LANGUAGE OF
ing, detecting, responding, and in case of Our learning approach is based on cial management.
English INSTRUCTION: INSTRUCTION:
failure, mitigating of the consequences. action learning and interdisciplinary team In addition, the students will examine
English English
Upon completing the studies, you will have work together with the students, teachers the Finnish guidance and monitoring sys-
TUITION:
a strategic point of view on the importance and companies. The International Business tem used in the field of social sciences and
EU/EEA students – Free TUITION: TUITION:
of cybersecurity in different areas. You will Management programme provides you with health care.
Non-EU/EEA students 7 000 EU/EEA students – Free EU/EEA students – Free
be familiar with cybersecurity controls and the cards to take your career to the next level. The studies provide the student with
euros/academic year Non-EU/EEA students 7 000 Non-EU/EEA students 7 000
you can also classify the vulnerabilities and euros/academic year euros/academic year skills to participate in development projects
Scholarship scheme at Xamk the principles of protection. and work in expert and managerial positions.
www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees Scholarship scheme at Xamk www.xamk.fi/masterib Scholarship scheme at Xamk
www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees www.xamk.fi/tuition-fees
www.xamk.fi/mastercybersecurity www.xamk.fi/healthpromotion
24 Study in South-Eastern Finland Study in South-Eastern Finland 25International
cooperation
International cated, offer a wide range of high-quality art
and culture experiences, such as museums,
cooperation is an • 350 partner institutions theatres, cinemas and art galleries. On the
around the globe
top, there are several sports grounds, sport
important part of the • 19 exchange programmes halls and swimming pools. Xamk has ex-
University’s profile. • 9 double degree cellent facilities for indoor sports, e.g., stu-
programmes dents can play volleyball, badminton, tennis
etc. free of charge. In the recent years, fris-
W
ith more than 350 partner ed- bee golf has gained popularity and has be-
ucational institutions around come a Finnish national hobby.
the globe, South-Eastern Fin- Student Union Kaakko organizes social
land University of Applied Sciences sends events for the students of Xamk all the year
and receives approximately 600 students in round. All international students are wel-
the frames of student exchange and double come to join the union to get full access to
degree programmes. Although majority of the student’s benefits in Finland.
the exchange students come from European al parks, sauna days, bus trips to Finnish
countries, we also receive students from such chocolate factory “Fazer”, day visits to neigh- EXCHANGE YOURSELF! Xamk has excellent facilities
countries as Brazil, the USA, Australia, Chi- bouring cities, and many more. During the for indoor sports, e.g.,
na, Vietnam and Russia. The wide diversi- winter holidays many international students We at South-Eastern Finland University of
students can play volleyball,
ty of students’ countries of origin makes the head to Lapland to visit the Santa Claus Vil- Applied Sciences encourage all our students
education process fun and multi-cultural. lage and spend time at ski resorts. to spend a semester or two abroad and, of
badminton, tennis etc. free
Proximity to Saint Petersburg and good course, provide grounds for it. With a great of charge. In the recent
OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE ferry connections to Tallinn and Stockholm number of partners abroad, we can easily fill years, frisbee golf has
FINLAND AND THE give an opportunity to spend free time ex- up your student experience with a taste of gained popularity and has
NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES ploring new cities and cultures. foreign culture and traditions. We support become a Finnish national
international mobility as we believe in in-
Every semester Xamk International servic- ACTIVITIES ON THE CAMPUSES ternationalization!
hobby.
es with the help of international tutors or-
ganize different leisure time activities, such The towns of Kotka, Kouvola, Mikkeli and
www.xamk.fi/exchange
as walking and barbequing tours to nation- Savonlinna, where Xamk campuses are lo-
26 Study in South-Eastern Finland Study in South-Eastern Finland 27Contact information
SOUTH-EASTERN FINLAND
UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
ADMISSION SERVICES
P.O.Box 68, FI-50101 Mikkeli, FINLAND
Tel. +358 44 702 8752 (Kouvola), +358 50 3125 031 (Mikkeli)
admissions@xamk.fi
www.xamk.fi
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