Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oulu UAS) is one of the biggest universities of applied sciences in Finland. We educate competent and innovative professionals and conduct active research and development. In co-operation with our partner institutions we create new vitality to the northern region.

We provide bachelor's and master's degree studies, pedagogic studies at the School of Vocational Teacher Education, professional specialisation and open university studies as well as supplementary training.

You can study in the fields of Business, Engineering, Health and Social Care, Information and Communication Technology, Media and Performing Arts or Natural Resources.

Two degrees entirely in English: Oulu UAS offers professional higher education at bachelor's level in the fields of Business and Technology.

Annual Tuition fee was launched in Autumn 2017: 8,000 EUR (Possible grant 4,000 EUR)

 

  

 

In addition we offer Vocational Teacher Education, 60 ECTS credits

 

 

Information Technology (BEng)

The city of Oulu has been chosen among 10 most innovative cities in the world for several times in a row. Often referred to as "the silicon valley of Europe", Oulu is widely known for its ICT technology and innovations. This can also be seen in the field of technology at the School of Engineering. Students are able to apply for LAB studies, which have been developed to educate experts in game and cloud services.

International Business (BBA)

The field of International Business is one of our most popular fields of study. It attracts hundreds of Finnish and international students every year. The degree programme offers up-to-date education in marketing, accountancy and multinational companies. 

Oulu Game LAB

DevLAB

EduLAB

About 300 exchange students from all over the world visit Oulu UAS every year.

We offer exchange study programmes across all educational fields, as well as interdisciplinary project studies such as Oamk LABs, Demola and Terwa Academy.

The courses provided for exchange students are designed to be recognised as a part of their degree programme at their home institution.

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Teacher and staff exchange possibilities at Oulu UAS

Oulu UAS welcomes visiting teachers, lecturers and experts to enrich our curricula and courses by teaching in our degree programmes in their own fields of expertise.

Teacher exchange is a good opportunity for the teachers to learn about teaching methods used in Finland, and in particular, at Oulu UAS. In addition it is a great chance to experience Finnish culture and hospitality.

Oulu UAS also welcomes other staff members for exchange periods. They come usually within the framework of Erasmus+ Staff Training or other similar programmes e.g. to special staff training weeks organised here, or e.g. to benchmark corresponding fields of work with colleagues.

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Research, development and innovation (RDI) is one of the basic tasks of the university of applied sciences. Oulu UAS’s RDI work serves teaching and supports the development of Oulu UAS, Oulu Region and the whole Northern Finland by producing skilled workforce, supporting business operations and developing innovation activities.

A big part of the RDI of Oulu UAS is directed through/to the Oulu Innovation Alliance.
Starting points are real development needs of companies and other co-operation partners.

Strategy

To reach the targets set in the strategy, Oamk must succeed in the named key areas. The cornerstones of the strategic operations of Oamk are its competent personnel, talented students, the innovation cluster in Oulu, and the network of higher education institutions and research institutes in Northern Finland.

Vitality and well-being to the North

Strategy of Oulu University of Applied Sciences 2017–2020

Board of the Oulu UAS

Chairman
Jouko Niinimäki

Memebers
Päivi Laajala, vice-chairman
Johanna Koskelainen
Timo Levo
Markus Mäkitalo
Jarmo Okkonen
Eija Rajakangas