KAJAANI UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Updated

5.3 million inhabitants Seventh biggest country in Europe 10 % water and 70 % forest Neighbours: Sweden, Norway and Russia Official languages: Finnish (94 %) and Swedish Religion: Lutheran (84 %), Greek Orthodox (about 1 %) History: 1155 Finland became part of the Swedish realm 1809 Finland became an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Emperor 1917 Finland’s declaration of independence December Finland become a member of the EU Head of state: President Tarja Halonen Currency Euro € (2002) Capital: Helsinki (564,000 inhabitants) Finland

625 km 181 km KAJAANI OULU IVALO Kajaani Founded in 1651 Located in the province of Oulu, in the region of Kainuu Population of 38,000 Peaceful but lively town Short walking distances Kainuu Region almost the size of Belgium 87,000 inhabitants in the whole region HELSINKI 551 km Kajaani and Kainuu Region

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The Finnish Education System Universities of Applied Sciences Doctoral degrees Licentiate degrees Doctoral degrees Licentiate degrees Masters degrees Bachelors degrees Universities years Masters degrees Bachelors degrees Universities years Basic education 9 years Whole age group Basic education 9 years Whole age group Upper secondary schools 3 years Upper secondary schools 3 years Age Masters degrees Bachelors degrees Universities of Applied Sciences 3,5 - 4 years Bachelors degrees Universities of Applied Sciences 3,5 - 4 years Vocational education and training 3 years Vocational education and training 3 years Preprimary education Work experience 3 years 6

Universities of Applied Sciences The Finnish higher education system consists of two complementary sectors: Universities of Applied Sciences Universities Universities of applied sciences studies are a practical-oriented alternative to university education providing students with excellent professional skills - theoretical knowledge combined with career competence. The extent of degree studies is generally 210−240 credits (ECTS), which means years of full time study. Structure of studies: Basic Studies Professional Studies Free-choice Studies Practical Training Thesis

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences Founded 1992, permanent status 1996 Appr students, 200 staff members Turnover/year appr. 15 million € Passed the quality control systems audit of all Finnish higher education establishments in 2007 Four fields of education:  School of Health and Sports  School of Business  School of Tourism  School of Engineering 8 bachelor level degree programmes in Finnish 3 bachelor level degree programme in English 4 master level degree programmes in Finnish

Degree Programmes and Study Places Bachelor of Health Care Study Places Degree Programme in Nursing Nurse30 Public Health Nurse20 Master of Health Care Degree Programme in Health Care Management and Development or Degree Programme in Clinical Nursing Expertise 10 Bachelor of Sports Studies Degree Programme in Sports and Leisure Management Sports Instructor 20 Sports Instructor (instruction in English) students 380 new study places each year 285 mature students each year

Degree Programmes and Study Places Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programme in Information Technology 20 Degree Programme in Mechanical and 30 Production Engineering Degree Programme in Construction Engineering40 Master of Engineering Degree Programme in Technology Competence Management10

Degree Programmes and Study Places Bachelor of Business Administration Study Places Degree Programme in Business Administration60 Degree Programme in International Business 20 (instruction in English) Degree Programme in Business Information40 Technology Master of Business Administration Degree Programme in Entrepreneurship and Business Competence (2010)20 Bachelor of Hospitality Management Degree Programme in Tourism 40 Degree Programme in Tourism20 (instruction in English) Master of Hospitality Management Degree Programme in Tourism 10

Degree Programmes Delivered in English Degree Programme in International Business Degree Programme in International Business Degree Title: Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Programme in Tourism Degree Programme in Tourism Degree Title: Bachelor of Hospitality Management Degree Programme in Sports and Leisure Management Degree Title: Sports Instructor Extent of Studies: 210 credits, 3.5 academic years Application period from middle of January until middle of February yearly at

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

Department of Training Services Develops clients’ skills and maintains their proficiency by organizing high-quality and versatile training: PD (Professional Development) training Professional studies Employment training Open studies Other supplementary training in the form of theme seminars Personnel training In the fields of business, tourism, health and sports and engineering As clients, private companies, public sector organizations and private individuals

Department of Research and Development R&D is one of the basic functions of Kajaani UAS and its activity is based on the needs of working life R&D activity supports working life and regional development, and serves education in all fields at Kajaani UAS Functions are focused on developing the products and processes of enterprises and other organisations in the Kainuu region The objective is to convey technology, knowledge and know-how in the region Kajaani UAS carries out around 25 – 30 projects per year with an annual budget of ca. 3 million €

Fields of Interests in R&D Business Development and Tourism Developing territorial strategies & future scenarios for SMEs and tourism business Creating territorial valorization policies and tools for nature and heritage tourism Game and Simulation Business eHealth in Developing Health Service Processes and Delivery of Health Services in Rural Areas eHealth services for supporting the elderly towards better self-care and independent daily management Developing eDoctor and eNurse consultations eHealth as a source of business opportunities for SMEs Engineering Vehicle Information Systems Mining Industry Earlier expertise Several implemented EU financed projects in the fields of Business Development, Tourism, Health Services, Measuring Technology (specialized in embedded systems in demanding conditions). Since 2002 KUAS has participated in implementing appr. 70 projects in the above mentioned fields, nine of them have been international EU-projects

-Studying or practical training abroad, over 70 partners (30 countries) abroad -English taught programmes and courses taught in English -Double degree possibility for business and tourism students -International projects and study trips (e.g. Russia, Central Europe) -Possibility of becoming a tutoring student for international students -Teacher and staff exchange International Affairs Planning Coordinators  International affairs International Coordinator in each School  Teaching + international affairs Internationality at Kajaani UAS

-Application material:  English  Internationalwww.kajak.fi -Accommodation: rent about € 230 /month (includes water + electricity) Internet from € 33 /month - Cost of living: € /month -Academic year: Autumn semester: end of August – Christmas, application deadline 31st of May Spring semester: early January – end of May, application deadline 31st of October Incoming Exchange Students

All services in the campus area -Up-to-date computer facilities -Library (about 30 % comprises foreign language material) -Study Office -Recruitment Services -Student Restaurant and Cafés -Student Health Centre Vital -Student Union KAMO -Free use of gym, sports hall Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

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Kajaani University of Applied Sciences Campus area The campus area is located within walking distance of the town centre

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences Student Accommodation on Campus Student accommodation is shared with 3-4 students in one apartment

Student Restaurant, Library, Studying

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