Location
Our main campus is located in Vaasa, Finland, right by the Baltic sea. Easy to reach from the capital Helsinki by plane or by train.
5 500 students
Hundreds of international students arrive every year.
Accredited study programmes
Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral programmes in the fields of Technology, Business, Management and Communications.
3 reasons to study at the University of Vaasa
- High-quality education in state-of-the-art facilities.
- Friendly atmosphere in the happiest country of the world.
- Broad selection of studies in English.
Who we are
The University of Vaasa is an international, business-oriented, multidisciplinary university focused on sustainable business, energy and society. Our strategic focus areas are energy transition and technology, business management as well as governance and society.
We are ranked first in Finland and 22nd in the world for Business Administration (Shanghai GRAS Ranking) and among the top 500 in the THE World University Rankings 2024. In our accredited (AACSB, EFMB, ASIIN) programmes in business and engineering, you can expect knowledgeable, high-quality teaching and guidance.
We are a valued partner within Northern Europe’s largest energy and environment business cluster, working towards affordable and clean energy, economic growth, industry innovation, and responsible consumption and production.
We are a welcoming community and in our internationally mixed study groups, you will get to know students both from Finland and from all over the world. The student union and other organisations offer a variety of activities for students, and each new student has a tutor helping them with practicalities and introducing them the student life in Vaasa.
Why study at the University of Vaasa?
“My summer school experience, organized by the University of Vaasa, Finland, was truly unforgettable. The interactive courses were immersive and practical, set against the stunning coastal backdrop of Vaasa. Adding to the uniqueness of the experience, I used the weekend to explore Lapland and cross the Arctic Circle line—an adventure that made the summer even more special. The combination of high-quality education and memorable travel made this a one-of-a-kind experience that I will always cherish.”
– Islam Guendafa
Student, PUT
Programmes and courses in English
The University of Vaasa’s accredited programmes in business and technology attract students from all around the world.
Interested to become a degree student? Learn more about our Master’s Programmes in Economics and Business, and in Technology.
Interested in exchange studies? Our exchange studies include bachelor and master level courses in all the four study fields available at the University of Vaasa: Administrative Sciences, Business Studies, Communication Studies and Technology Studies. See the selection of courses for exchange students on our study guide.
