Welcome to the university with a heart
We are an internationally recognised research university The University of Vaasa is ranked ` Among the world’s top 500 universities* ` 120th worldwide and 3rd in Finland in research quality * ` Among Finland’s top 3 for international outlook* ` Among the world’s top 18 small university ** ` 18th in business administration ***
*THE World University Ranking 2024 ** THE Small Universities Ranking 2023 *** Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS)
”I’ve felt welcome since my first day” Adriana, Mexico
5,000
600
students
staff members
30
13,000
of our academic staff are internationals
higher education students in Vaasa
%
Our high-quality education provides you with the skills and mindset to shape the future
In Vaasa, urban living and amazing experiences in nature both become part of your daily life.
Study with us in a Nordic environment The city of Vaasa Welcome to the most beautiful campus in Finland. The University of Vaasa is located on the west coast of Finland at the heart of Northern Europe’s largest energy and environment business cluster. With a history dating back to the 14th century, modern-day Vaasa is home to 68,000 inhabitants and 13,000 students. It is the educational, cultural and tourism centre of Western Finland. The city of Vaasa is easy to reach with just a one-hour flight from Helsinki and Stockholm, less than four-hour train journey from Helsinki, and a daily ferry connection from Sweden. Local city buses and a bicycle are your go-to vehicles as everything is nearby. Visit at a cosy café? Relax by a campfire in the middle of nature? In Vaasa, you don’t need to choose. Here, urban living and amazing experiences in nature are both part of your daily life.
Vaasa - Helsinki | 400 km | 3,5 h
Vaasa - Umeå (Sweden) | 3,5 h
Vaasa - Stockholm (Sweden) | 1 h Vaasa - Helsinki | 1h
Finland – happiest country in the world Secure and stable
Unique nature
Finland consistently ranks as one of the safest countries
Finland is a country of thousands of lakes and unspoiled
in the world. Finland is well known as a secure and stable
nature. In Finland, you will witness the contrasts between
country that excels in international rankings measuring
the four seasons. Nature plays an important role in the
crime, accidents and disorder, and trust in the authorities
Finnish way of life for a very simple reason: it is every-
and justice system.
where. For example, from the city of Vaasa, you can easily explore the Kvarken Archipelago which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Equality Finland is one of the leading countries in the world in promoting gender equality. Our income differences are narrower than the EU average, and Finland was the first European country to grant women the right to vote in 1906. We have one of the world’s most advanced education systems which guarantees the equal educational opportunities for everyone regardless of their social or economic background.
#1
Happiest country in the world for six years in
#2
in the world for sustainability (Global
#4
in Europe for gender equality (EIGE 2022)
#13
a row (The World Happiness Report 2023)
Sustainable Competitiviness Index 2022)
in the world for safety (Global Peace Index 2023)
#1 Happiest country in the world for six years in a row (The World Happiness Report 2023)
International degree programmes Our programmes are conducted entirely in English. We educate future experts and leaders with an international mindset. Our areas of expertise include business, technology, management and communications. General requirements
Language requirements
Eligibility for master’s level studies is based on previous
Language proficiency can be verified through:
education. You are eligible for programmes that lead to a higher
` Language tests: IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic,
university degree if you have a relevant lower university degree,
National Certificate of English Language Proficiency (Finnish
a relevant polytechnic degree, or another relevant qualification
National Agency for Education), C1 Advanced test, C2
completed abroad which, in the awarding country, gives eligibility
Proficiency test
for corresponding higher education. Rolling admission is open to applicants with a degree from outside of Finland. In the rolling admission, all applicants who meet the selection criteria will be accepted in the order they apply, until
` Higher education in English in the EU / EEA, UK, Switzerland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand ` Certain certificates of secondary education in English, including Indian XII (CISCE & CBSE boards)
the intake is full. Students can also apply through the Finnish joint application system. Applicants from Finland and overseas will be ranked together based on academic studies, work experience and motivation. All applicants should pay attention to the country-specific requirements before submitting their application.
Programme-specific requirements Applicants should have previous higher education studies in the core areas of the programme. Our programmes (in rolling admissions) have a minimum entry requirement of GPA 3/5 (Finnish grading), or equivalent in international systems. For example a bachelor’s degree from India with a grade of ‘First’/60%. Please note: Meeting the minimum application requirements for joint or rolling does not guarantee admission.
Finance
Strategic Business Development
` Master’s programme in Finance
` Master’s programme in Strategic Business Development
` Degree awarded: MSc in Economics and
` Degree awarded: MSc in Economics and
Business Administration
Business Administration
` Tuition fee: €12,000
` Tuition fee: €12,000
` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
` Intake: September
` Intake: September
Eligibility and admission criteria:
Eligibility and admission criteria:
Prior studies in core areas business studies, mathematics and
Prior studies in core areas international business, marketing,
statistics.
management and organisation.
If the applicant is not a business administration graduate, at least
If the applicant is not a Business administration graduate, at least
20 % of the previous degree must be in business studies, with focus
20% of the previous degree must be in business studies, with a
on finance, accounting, economics or mathematics and statistics.
focus on marketing, management ,or accounting and finance
Double degrees: IÉSEG School of Management (France), Umeå
Double degrees: Università degli studi di Pavia (Italy),
University (Sweden)
Umeå University (Sweden), Kedge Business School, France
International Business
Industrial Management
` Master’s programme in International Business
` Master’s programme in Industrial Management
` Degree awarded: MSc in Economics and
` Degree awarded: MSc in Economics and
Business Administration
Business Administration
` Tuition fee: €12,000
` Tuition fee: €10,000
` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
` Intake: September
` Intake: January (2024), September
Eligibility and admission criteria:
Eligibility and admission criteria:
Prior studies in core areas international business, marketing,
Prior studies in core areas business or technology
management and organisation. If the applicant is not a business graduate, a degree in an
If the applicant is not a business administration graduate, at least 20% of the previous degree must be in business studies.
appropriate field with a focus on international aspects is required (for example, international relations, international politics, international communications). At least 20% of the previous degree must be in business studies (international business, marketing, and/or management). Double degrees: Europa Universität Viadrina (Germany), Kedge Business School (France), Università degli studi di Pavia (Italy), Prague University of Economics and Business (Czech Republic)
Finance, International Business, Strategic Business Development
Industrial Management
Master’s programmes in economics and business
See next page for more programmes
Master’s programmes in technology
masteryourstudies.fi
Industrial Systems Analytics ` Master’s programme in Industrial Management ` Degree awarded: MSc in Technology ` Tuition fee: €10,000 ` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS) ` Intake: September Eligibility and admission criteria:
Strategic Project Management (Seinäjoki Campus) ` Master’s programme in Industrial Management ` Degree awarded: MSc in Technology ` Tuition fee: €10,000 ` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS) ` Intake: September
Prior studies in core areas industrial engineering, systems engi-
Eligibility and admission criteria:
neering or similar engineering field, or other appropriate studies. A
Prior studies in core areas industrial management and
business degree is not considered appropriate unless it includes a
engineering, electronics, electrical engineering, computer science
sufficient amount of relevant studies in technology (55%).
and engineering, information technology, automation technology, mechanical engineering or other appropriate studies. A business
Smart Grids ` Master’s programme in Smart Energy
degree is not considered appropriate unless it includes a sufficient amount of relevant studies in technology (55%).
` Degree awarded: MSc in Technology
Sustainable and Autonomous Systems
` Tuition fee: €10,000
` Master’s programme in Computing Sciences
` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
` Degree awarded: MSc in Technology
` Intake: September
` Tuition fee: €10,000
Eligibility and admission criteria:
` Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
Prior studies in core areas electrical engineering, energy technology, automation technology, telecommunications
` Intake: September
engineering, or similar engineering field, or other appropriate
Eligibility and admission criteria:
studies. A business degree is not considered appropriate unless
Prior studies in core areas communications engineering,
it includes a sufficient amount of relevant studies in technology
electronics or electrical engineering, computer engineering,
(55%).
automation engineering, or similar, granted by an academic, higher education institution, which enables the applicant to apply for higher university degree (master) in the home country.
Industrial Systems Analytics
Apply and start the journey of a lifetime Our accredited programmes in business and technology attract students from all around the world. A friendly atmosphere combined with top-quality education offers you a unique foundation for your future. Application
Student life
We accept applications to our international master’s programmes
Students are the heart of our university and it shows. We offer
in the autumn intake through rolling admission in November–De-
a wide range of support services to our students, ranging from
cember and March–April, as well as through joint application in
career guidance to well-being activities. Our maritime campus is
January. For details on all programmes, please consult our website.
a vibrant and attractive meeting place for students and staff. With
Scholarships The University of Vaasa offers a generous scholarship pro-
the campus development project set to be completed in 2024, we will have a carbon-neutral and even more vibrant and attractive meeting place.
gramme to a selected number of students who are subject to tuition fees. Scholarships can be granted for the target duration of the programme, which is two years for master’s programmes.
Accommodation Vaasa has a range of student accommodation in various parts of the city, with nearly all of them within walking or cycling distance from the campus. The rent for a room in a student flat varies from 250 to 400 euros, including electricity and internet. A home insurance (about 10–20 euros per month) is highly recommended.
Cost of living Annual Student Union fee
€83
Annual Student HealthService fee
€74
Student lunch on campus
€3
Annual insurance costs
€600
Monthly rent
€400
Monthly food costs
€200
Monthly transportation, phone plan
€40
Monthly clothing costs
€100
Table: Estimation of Cost (Indicative 2023)
Our maritime campus is a vibrant and attractive meeting place for students and staff.
See our international programmes
University of Vaasa Wolffintie 32, P.O. Box 700 FI-65101 Vaasa, Finland Tel. +358 50 464 5253 admissions@uwasa.fi
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