In Vaasa, energy is a positive force that is not only visible in business but also in people's everyday lives and the development of the city. The Nordic Energy Capital is a unique combination of modern internationalism, young enthusiasm, innovative know-how as well as peace and tranquillity.
Top-Quality Education
The University of Vaasa's accredited programs in business and technology attract students from all around the world. A friendly atmosphere combined with top-quality education provides you with a unique foundation for your future.
We will accept applications to our international master's programs for autumn 2024 intake through rolling admission in November-January and March-April, as well as through joint admission in January.
Become a Doctor
The doctoral degree offers strong capabilities for working life, either for an academic career or for demanding expert tasks outside the university. A doctoral graduate of the University of Vaasa is an expert who produces in-depth scientific information for the use of the academic community and the surrounding society.
University of Vaasa Doctoral Program
The University of Vaasa produces Doctors of Science in Business Administration and Economics (D.Sc. (Econ)), Doctors of Science in Technology (D.Sc. (Tech)), Doctors of Science in Administrative Sciences (D.Sc. (Admin)) and Doctors of Science in Philosophy (PhD). You can apply twice a year, in February and in August/September using the Studyinfo service.
Accommodation in Vaasa
On this website you will find useful information to help you find accommodation in Vaasa. Most international students apply for an apartment through the Student Housing Foundation VOAS.
For further questions about the apartments, we recommend you to be in touch directly with the companies offering apartments. Admission Services and Mobility Services at the University of Vaasa cannot provide further assistance regarding apartments.
You should apply for an apartment as soon as you have received an acceptance letter from the University of Vaasa.
Vaasa International Talents
The program admits international degree students from each of the higher education institutions in Vaasa, that is University of Vaasa, VAMK University of Applied Sciences, Novia University of Applied Sciences, Å bo Akademi University, and Hanken School of Economics.
As a participating degree student, you will be equipped with must-know facts about Finnish and local working life and its expectations on job applicants and employees.
The program provides you with competence development knowledge and tools of different kinds. It further provides the possibilities needed to develop Finnish working-life skills and to connect with companies and other actors within the region.
The aim is to help the students integrate into the Finnish job market and establish themselves in the region after graduation.
Multidisciplinary Research
Our multidisciplinary research platforms combine our strong disciplinary knowledge with prevailing global trends. They are also an integral tool in the transformation and renewal of the University’s operations. We utilise them to advance multi-, cross- and inter-disciplinary research to help address the complex challenges facing our society. In addition to finding solutions to complex problems, our research findings also give rise to new theoretical frameworks, new scientific thinking, or new areas of scientific inquiry.
Vaasa Energy Business Innovation Center VEBIC strives to meet the global needs of energy production, energy business, and sustainable social development. The Digital Economy examines the innovations made possible by new technologies and their impact on individuals, organizations, industry, and society as a whole from the perspective of different sciences. Innovation and Entrepreneurship, InnoLab explores open innovation, user innovation, public sector reform, and entrepreneurship.