*We educate, research, develop and innovate. Because what we do makes a difference.
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.
Savonia is a member of a European University Alliance, EU4Dual.
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
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.
The Joint Master’s in Green Economy and Sustainable Future is designed for ambitious, internationally minded professionals who are ready to move forward in their careers and take on more impactful roles.
Delivered within the EU4Dual alliance of European universities, the programme combines academic learning, international mobility, and real-world application—giving you a broader and more practical understanding of sustainability than a single-institution programme.
The application period is open from 1 October 2026 to 14 February 2027.
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.
