Karelia University of Applied Sciences
Overview
Established in 1992, and located in Joensuu, Eastern Finland, Karelia UAS is a multidisciplinary, widely connected, international and innovative organisation offering education leading to bachelor and master degrees. Karelia UAS operates in seven study fields offering 23 programmes out of which six are master-level studies. The study areas are health care and social studies, business, engineering, forestry, media and hospitality management.
Karelia UAS is a significant and well-recognized operator in education and plays a key role in the regional development, international collaboration, and research, development and innovation (RDI) activities. Karelia UAS operates actively in various national and international networks. International partner networks include many Asian, African, European, and North- and South-American countries. Karelia is a member of the INVEST European University Alliance that is a strategic consortium for holistic internationalisation of education, mobility, services and RDI.
We offer excellent conditions for internationally oriented students who strive with us to be the experts of the future. In Karelia UAS, all students work closely with local companies and with other educational institutions on exciting research and development projects. Each student builds a solid grounding in their field throughout their studies. The curriculum is customised to each student’s own preferences and needs, and is supplemented through close contact with prospective employers. A degree from Karelia UAS degree will give the professional skills needed for a rewarding future.
Departments
Tuition is shown at the highest scholarship rate; your advisor confirms your rate at registration.
| Departments | Language | Duration | Annual Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Management | English | 4 Years | € 9000.00 | Apply Now |
| Information and Communication Technology | English | 4 Years | € 10000.00 | Apply Now |
| International Business | English | 3.5 Years | € 9000.00 | Apply Now |
| Sustainability Management | English | 2 Years (Onsite - Online Options) | € 10500.00 | Apply Now |
- The listed prices are based on the highest merit scholarship rates; our advisor will confirm your scholarship rate during enrollment.
- Please note that university fees may vary from term to term. This will be confirmed in your application.
Conditions
Upload your documents to the portal; your advisor will review and complete your application with you.
Bachelor
7 Docs- IB Diploma
- High School Diploma (or equivalent educational certificate)
- AP Courses
- ACT Composite
- SAT results
- UAS exams
- NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diplomas
Master
3 Docs- Pre-assignment and Interview
- Two-Year of Working Experiences in Relevant Field
- An appropriate UAS Bachelor’s degree or another appropriate higher education degree
* The Application Deadline Varies by Department
** Additional Documents May Be Requested by Departments
*** The YKS requirement applies to students in Türkiye. International students will be evaluated according to the examination systems and admission criteria of their respective countries.
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