The general brochure of the University of Vaasa

�Sustainable leadership, business and energy�

We create change

At the University of Vaasa, we think out of the box in order to build a sustainable future. We challenge ourselves to observe current phenomena from new perspectives and tackle them with open minds. We have the courage to do things differently and create solutions that matter.

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A University that invests in the quality of research and teaching and tackles the challenges of our time.

The University of Vaasa has the courage to focus on and invest in its strengths. Internationality and quality are emphasised in our research and education.

Multidisciplinary research platforms increase the openness and collaboration of our University. We are investing EUR 10 million in research and hiring 20 research faculty that will become qualified professors. We want to produce results that benefit the society at large.

We provide education in the disciplines of business studies, technology, administrative sciences, and communication studies. Our focus areas in research include management and change, energy and sustainable development, and finance and economic decision-making. Across these focus areas, we conduct impactful research of a high international standard.

We build today's knowledge and skill requirements into our education programmes and provide all our students with business skills and the ability to work internationally. We foster an entrepreneurial mindset.

AGENTS OF CHANGE

Power. the capability to act, or influence something strongly and make decisions

It takes courage to be an active participant and challenge old views in a time of rapid change. Our University is supporting the development of its key areas of strength and their success at the top international level by taking disciplines out of silos. A sense of community and working together are our strengths.

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High-quality

education

appreciated by employers We educate responsible and internationally-minded leaders and experts. Our graduates are innovative and open-minded trendsetters. Our students praise the high standard of teaching, inspiring teachers and diverse teaching methods. Our programmes meet the needs of modern working life and society.

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Leadership. motivating a group of people to act towards achieving a common goal

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Doctorate Degrees

High-quality education

537

Master's Degrees

good outlook for the future.

502

Employed one year after graduation (2016)

Bachelor's Degrees

(2017)

Total number of degree students

4 959 2 562

300

international students

students from

72

Open University students

Business Studies

Technology

Administrative Sciences

471 11 %

or of applicants accepted

Communication Studies

The Open University route:

102 new students

took part in entrance examinations

Joint application system for

bachelor's programmes: (2017)

82% Business and Administration

32 new students

International Master's Programmes

2 940

applicants in total

Technology

nationalities

5 Bachelor's Programmes 21 Master's Programmes of which 6 are international Master's Programmes 3 Doctoral Programmes 4 MBA Programmes

4 172

100%

90% Communication

Master's Programmes in Finnish

121 new students

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Phenomenon-based and societally relevant

research

Our research produces solutions that matter and that address the global challenges of the future. We promote sustainable development and participatory innovation. Faculty-specific research is complemented by our phenomenon-based research platforms, which open up our doors to the surrounding society.

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Focus areas in research

management and change

energy and sustainable development

finance and economic decision-making

Research funding in research We are investing EUR 10,000,000 Competitive international research funding

Research funding

(2016–17)

Competitive international Our research and research funding (2016–17) development projects External research funding: involve almost

300 companies

Research funding +138 % 7.56M€

External research funding: Competitive international research funding (2016–17)

External research funding:

annually.

+138% 7.56M€ +138% 7.56M€

Researcher mobility Visiting research fellowships (minimum of 5 days)

Researcher mobility

89

Visiting research fellowships

Researcher mobility

(minimum of 5 days)

89

Visiting research fellowships

(minimumof of the 5 days) Development number of Publication Forum 3 publications

89

50

Development of the number of 44 Publication Forum 3 publications40 Development of the number of 50 2016–2017 Publication Forum 3 publications 44

Open-minded.

30 50

40 30

a mind receptive to new ideas and seizing opportunities

21 20 10

13 2015

21

2016–2017 20

+110% 40

13

10 30

2015

+110% 44

2016–2017

2016 21

+110% 2017

All 20 disciplines of the University (2015–2017) 2016

2017 10

13

All disciplines of the University (2015–2017)2015

2016

2017

All disciplines of the University (2015–2017)

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Strength and societal renewal

collaboration The University interacts actively and responsibly with society – globally, nationally and locally.

We produce cutting-edge and high-quality research and education. We take an active role in renewing the society around us and work in close collaboration with companies.

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Responsibility. the opportunity or ability to act independently and make decisions

Our phenomenon-based research platforms are places where scientists and those who need information come together.

Vaasa Energy Business Innovation Centre VEBIC addresses the challenges of efficient and sustainable energy generation, distribution and consumption, as well as energy business and societal development.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship InnoLab focuses on open innovations, user innovations, entrepreneurship, and public sector innovation and renewal.

Digital Economy is for interdisciplinary research on innovations enabled by new technology and digitalisation as well as their impact on individuals, organisations, industry, and society.

STRONG INTERNATIONAL CONNECTIONS We collaborate with leading research universities, research institutes, and stakeholders in science and innovation policies in Europe, China, and North America. We have 200 partner universities internationally, which brings a wide variety of mobility opportunities for students, teachers, researchers, and experts.

Our University is important regionally, and the region is important to the University. Our most important regional partners include the business sector and local municipalities, universities and universities of applied sciences, as well as the university centres in Seinäjoki and Kokkola.

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Tight-knit community. määrä 31.12. 2017 A sense of community is a strength of our Henkilöstön University. We support our students in their personal development, well-being and employ600working conditions,and ment. It is important to us to improve work, 500 328 331students 326 employee well-being. The spirit of collaboration between 310 400 and staff is a powerful asset for the future.300 190 170 172 155 200

partner universities in

161

100 0

2013

2014

Personnel

Finland's most beautiful campus.

Opetus- ja tutkimushenkilöstö

452

Henkilöstön määrä 31.12. 2017 The University of Vaasa is located by the sea in the Palosaari district, just next to the Muissa city centre. Palosaari is home to many other 600 Other staff tehtävissä higher education institutions as well.

The 500 328 331 326 310% 400 campus has many meeting places 300 190 170 172 and modern working facilities 155 200 for both staff and students.

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Opetus- ja Academic staff tutkimustehtävissä 291

64,4%

161

100 0

2013

2014

2015

Opetus- ja tutkimushenkilöstö

Muissa tehtävissä

35,6%

2016

2017

Muu henkilöstö

Opetus- ja tutkimustehtävissä

64,4%

16%

kansainvälistä international staff henkilöstöä

10

2015

2016

200

291

2017

44

countries

Muu henkilöstö

10 000

More than graduates around the world.

16%

We organise various events and meetings for alumni.

kansainvälistä henkilöstöä

UNIVERSITY COLLEGIUM

Independent institutions

BOARD SCHOOLS RECTOR VICE RECTOR

The Council of Research and Education

Accounting and Finance

Management

Marketing and Technology and Innovations Communication

RESEARCH PLATFORMS Vaasa Energy Business Innovation Centre VEBIC Digital Economy Innovation and Entrepreneurship InnoLab INDEPENDENT INSTITUTIONS Levรณn Institute UNIVERSITY SERVICES

Linginno

Tritonia

The Levรณn Institute organises supplementary training for businesses and conducts research for the needs of various industries. Open University studies are open to anyone regardless of age or educational background.

The University's Language Centre Linginno specialises in a diverse teaching of languages and communication, the development of language teaching and research in professional communication.

Tritonia is the science library shared by all six higher education institutions in Vaasa.

Our academic units and research platforms promote cross-disciplinary research.

Vaasa, Energy Capital of Finland Vaasa and its surroundings are host to the Nordic region's most significant industrial cluster in the energy sector. Its leading exporters and subcontractors account for 30% of Finland's energy technology exports and employ 11,000 experts.

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FINLAND − High quality in life and education Finland is known as a safe, clean and stable country, where people are equal. We have one of the world’s most advanced education systems, which guarantees equal opportunities for everyone regardless of social or economic background. The Finnish higher education is well known for providing competitive and top-quality education.

Nature is everywhere Finland is full of contrasts. Here, the four seasons contrast with each other, nightless nights of the summer interlace with dark winters, untouched forests and modern cityscapes interweave with one another. Nature is an important part of the Finnish way of life for a very simple reason: it is everywhere.

The Finnish state of mind Finland’s nature has shaped the Finnish state of mind. Under the hard rock shell beats a warm and trustworthy heart. Initial silences turn into friendships that last a lifetime. Finnish people appreciate honesty and trustworthiness. To be Finnish is to have sisu: to be persistent, courageous and undaunted.

University of Vaasa Wolffintie 34, P.O. Box 700 FI-65101 Vaasa, Finland tel. +358 29 449 8000

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