ARE YOU

seeking an international career

motivated to study abroad, possibly in Oulu
well-qualified
fluent in English
ready for an experience unlike any other?

Visit in Arkhangelsk 12.-14.5.2009

University of Oulu
Ms Sanna Heikkinen (sanna.heikkinen@oulu.fi)

Oulu University of Applied Sciences

Mr Sami Niemel (sami.niemela@oamk.fi)

Study in Oulu Project

Ms Katja Kurasto (katja.kurasto@oamk.fi)

OULU - Bits and pieces

largest city in Northern Finland
population 137,000 of which 20 % are higher education
students
exceptionally young age structure: average age 37 years
situated 65,01N, 160 kilometres south of the Arctic Circle
direct and fast connections to both Lapland and to the
capital

OULU - Bits and pieces

excellent place for outdoor activities: biking, ice-skating, skiing, hiking

and why not ice swimming
innovations from Oulu: heart rate monitor, internet relay chat, bone
health exercise monitor, security testing software
free public Internet network on the campuses and in the city centre
more than 100 different nationalities living in Oulu
headquarter for world-class companies such as Nokia, Polar Electro,
Tracker, WinWind, CCC and many more

OULU - Bits and pieces

one of the worlds most important centres for wireless communication

one of Finlands most successful regions in terms of economy, vitality,
competitiveness and well-being
Nokia Group is the third most important employer in Oulu area
home for numerous cultural festivals such as the Air Guitar World
Championships, Oulu Music Festival for classical music, Oulu
International Childrens Film Festival and many more.

International students in the Oulu region

Annually
app. 600 international degree students
app. 800 international exchange students

Finnish
education
system

STUDY FOR A WHOLE DEGREE

OR
COME AS AN EXCHANGE STUDENT FOR A
SEMESTER OR TWO

International degree studies at the universities

Both Bachelor and Master programmes

Taught entirely in English in an international study group, students from all over the world
No tuition fees for the time being (NB! Living costs must be covered by the student,
app.500/month)
Broad contacts to local companies and business life
Excellent study facilities
Studies are flexible and student-centred
Application once a year (November-February)
More information: www.studyinoulu.fi

Oulu University of Applied Sciences

8,600 students, 500 international students per year
Fields of study: Culture; Natural Resources and the Environment;
Natural Sciences; Social Sciences, Business and Administration;
Social Services, Health and Sports; Technology, Communications
and Transport; Vocational Teacher Education
Bachelor and Master Degrees

INTERNATIONAL BACHELORS PROGRAMMES in English

Oulu University of Applied Sciences
Engineering
Degree Programme in Information Technology (in Raahe), BEng
Business
Degree Programme in International Business, BBA
Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, BBA

Application to International Bachelors Programmes

Application time January-February
Includes an entrance examination
Proof of English skills required (selection criteria introduced at:
www.oamk.fi/english/applicants)
admissions@oamk.fi
www.oamk.fi/english/applicants
www.admissions.fi

University of Oulu
15,800 students, 1,000 international students per year
Fields of study: Architecture, Business Studies, Dentistry,
Economics, Educational Sciences, Engineering, Health Sciences,
Humanities, Information Science, Medicine, Natural Sciences
Bachelor and Master Degrees, PhD. studies

INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMMES in English

University of Oulu
Education
Masters Degree Programme in Education and Globalisation, MA
Economics and Business
Masters Programme in International Business, MSc
International Masters Programme in Finance and Economics, MSc
Masters Programme in Financial and Management Accounting, MSc

INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMMES in English

University of Oulu
Medicine
Masters Degree Programme in Health and Wellbeing in the Circumpolar Area, MHSc
Science
Masters Degree Programme in Protein Science and Biotechnology, MSc
Technology
Masters Programme in Architectural Design, MSc
Barents Masters Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering, MSc
Masters Degree Programme in Wireless Communications Engineering, MSc

Application to International Masters Programmes

Application time November-February (programme-specific)
Proof of English skills required (application requirements
introduced at: www.oulu.fi/degree)
admissions.officer@oulu.fi
www.oulu.fi/degree
www.universityadmissions.fi

University of Oulu
PhD studies also available
For more information about the PhD study opportunities
one should contact directly the faculties of interest:
www.oulu.fi/english

More information about the degree study

possibilities in Oulu:

www.studyinoulu.fi
More information about degree study opportunities in
Finland:
www.studyinfinland.fi

Exchange study opportunities:

Short term studies (1 2 semesters) available in
all the faculties and study fields
Contact your own exchange coordinator at
your home university for more information

More information about the exchange study

possibilities in Oulu
Oulu University of Applied Sciences:
www.oamk.fi/english
University of Oulu:
www.oulu.fi/intl

STUDENT EXPERIENCES FROM OULU:

Natalia, Russia, Master's Degree Programme in Education and Globalisation

I find Oulu an extremely nice area to live and study in: beautiful nature and
quiet surroundings make it a great place. And if you prefer to be involved with
various kinds of activities, be it sports, hobbies or going out, you will always
find something to your liking. I really enjoy the programme I am studying in.
Just imagine having classmates from 13 different countries! You can be sure
this experience will truly enrich your life from all possible perspectives. What I
found challenging at the beginning of my studies was the busy schedule of
the first year and the written exams, as I was more used to in Russia.

Irina, Degree Programme in Business Information Technology

In my opinion there are good possibilities in Oulu from a career

perspective. Oulu is a high-tech centre with a big amount of international
companies. At the same time Oulu is a rather small city surrounded by
beautiful nature. I find Oulu a very peaceful and safe place. There are also
various kinds of activities available. A sporty lifestyle is very popular here:
bicycles roads are in good condition and there are lots of nice places for
running, swimming, gym exercising, boxing and doing aerobics. There are
also a lot of festivals, activities and interesting exhibitions

I have enjoyed studying in such an international environment.

The best part of the studies is the structure of the curriculum
which also includes optional studies that you may choose
according to your own interests. For example, for a Business
Information Technology student most of the courses are IT
related. However, after studying marketing I got really interested
in the subject and even made my work practice as a marketing
trainee for a local company, Elektrobit.

The first thing I noticed was that a lot of people speak fluent
English. I never had any problems with communicating. Even
though finding Finnish friends can be quite difficult in the
beginning, it is not impossible. Most of the Finns do not open
their life to newcomers easily and it takes time for them to get to
know you. But it is worth waiting! After two years of living here, I
have a lot of Finnish friends and I enjoy spending time with them
very much.

YOU&OULU?
WELCOME!
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