Applications open for English-language degree programs – 170 study places offered at VAMK

Vaasa University of Applied Sciences offers three business and two technology degree programs in English during the first joint application round of the spring. The bachelor's level degree programs include practical course projects conducted in collaboration with companies, as well as internships in the region’s numerous international businesses. Master’s-level programs are carried out in close cooperation with working life and are designed to be completed alongside work. 

A total of 170 study places are available for programs starting in August 2025 in the energy capital of the Nordics. The joint application period is open until January 22, 2025.

Skilled professionals for the working life

The English-language degree program Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology (B. Eng), trains experts in the field of IT. The curriculum covers software engineering and embedded systems, which can be applied in tasks related to energy conservation, production, and distribution. Upon graduation, IT engineers often find employment in roles such as design or product development.

The English-language Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business (BBA), provides students with expertise in international trade. The program includes diverse studies in international trade and marketing, logistics, entrepreneurship, and financial management. Graduates of the program boast excellent employment prospects in Finland’s competitive job market.

Both bachelor’s degree programs are highly practical due to VAMK’s close collaboration with working life. Each program also includes a five-month internship in a relevant industry. Vaasa's energy cluster offers an ideal setting for the studies and graduates from the programs gain versatile, in-demand skills for the working life, making them highly sought after in the job market.

Advancing careers alongside professional growth

VAMK Master School offers three English-language master’s degree programs in the current application round: Master of Business Administration in International Business Management, Master of Engineering in Project Management and Master of Business Administration in Project Management.

These flexible programs enable students to deepen and expand their expertise also while working. Master’s degrees provide excellent opportunities for career advancement, preparing graduates for demanding specialist and leadership roles.

VAMK offers students different Talent and Mentoring programs to further create and deepen connections with the working life during their studies. As a result, approximately half of all the international degree students find employment in Vaasa region after graduation. Overall, 80% of all VAMK graduates find employment in roles corresponding to their field of study.

More information regarding the degree programs can be found from VAMK’s website.