Savonia export expertise to the world – 106 Chinese environmental engineering students graduated this summer
There is demand for Savonia’s pedagogical expertise and work-oriented education even beyond Finland’s borders.Read more
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This is Savonia
Welcome to Savonia, a Finnish University of Applied Sciences where learning goes beyond the classroom. You’ll build knowledge and practical skills through hands-on projects and close collaboration with companies and organisations.
With campuses in Kuopio, Iisalmi and Varkaus, Savonia is home to more than 9,000 students, including over 500 international students. You’ll join a welcoming community, supported by more than 600 staff who are here to help you learn, develop and succeed.
Start your international career at Savonia
Study a respected Finnish higher education degree and build skills you can use in an international career. We offer practical, evidence-based and career-focused education in our English-taught Bachelor’s degree programmes, and you can deepen your expertise through our Master’s degree programmes.
Browse our degree programmes below, find the field that interests you and apply for studies that give you a strong foundation for your future career.
DIRECT APPLICATION 1 OCTOBER 2026–31 JULY 2027
Apply to a Bachelor’s degree programme
Direct application to Savonia’s English-taught Bachelor’s degree programmes is now open. Explore the degree programmes, admission criteria and application process, and apply to start your studies at Savonia.
Learn through real-world experience
At Savonia, your studies connect you with the world beyond the classroom. You’ll work on real projects, gain practical experience and collaborate with companies, giving you the chance to apply what you learn and build professional connections along the way.
Through our research, development and innovation activities, you can also contribute to new ideas and solutions that address real-world challenges.