# Bachelor of Hospitality Management – Savonia UAS

> Study Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management in Kuopio, Finland at Savonia University of Applied Sciences.

## Programme Overview
*   **Duration:** 3,5 years • 210 ECTS
*   **Location:** Microkatu campus, Kuopio, Finland
*   **Format:** Full-time studies • On-campus • Fully Taught in English
*   **Application:** Direct application to Savonia’s English-taught Bachelor’s degree programmes opens on 1 October 2026.

## Why this programme?
1.  **Bilingual Studies:** Start in English and gradually develop Finnish language skills alongside your studies. This unique bilingual approach supports your studies, integration, and career opportunities in Finland.
2.  **Knowledge for Working Life:** During your studies, you will acquire the concepts, methods, and practical skills necessary to make critical assessments and informed decisions in dynamic and unpredictable situations.
3.  **Connections for Working Life:** Work with real companies, expand your professional network, and gain valuable experience throughout your studies.

## What will you learn?
*   **1st year:** Get a basic understanding of the tourism and hospitality industry. Studies are in English, with a focus on developing essential Finnish language skills.
*   **2nd year:** Focus on planning and implementing service products in the tourism and hospitality industry.
*   **3rd year:** Develop management skills and deepen knowledge of industry development.

## Build Your Career in Finland
You strengthen your Finnish language skills alongside professional studies, helping you to integrate into Finnish society and the tourism and hospitality sector. Combined with practical training and industry collaboration, these studies support you in building valuable networks and understanding the local working culture.

### Learn by doing
*   **Practical assignments:** Learn through lectures, group work, practical assignments, and authentic industry cases.
*   **Internships:** Gain hands-on experience in Finnish working life, apply learning in real-world settings, and build professional networks.
*   **Thesis:** Combine academic knowledge and industry expertise to solve real-world challenges and showcase professional skills.

## Programme Structure
The degree consists of 210 ECTS. One academic year corresponds to 60 ECTS (1600 hours of student workload). Studies include lectures, online and independent studies, teamwork, internships, and research and development activities.

**Study Breakdown:**
*   Basic studies: 55 ECTS
*   Professional studies: 95 ECTS
*   Alternative studies: 20 ECTS
*   Internship(s): 30 ECTS
*   Thesis: 10 ECTS

## Career and Future
The degree prepares you for a variety of roles in tourism and hospitality, providing a foundation for specialist, development, supervisory, management, and entrepreneurial careers.

**Possible work titles:**
*   Restaurant manager
*   Hotel manager
*   Shift manager in hotel or restaurant
*   Event producer / Event coordinator

## Kuopio as a Study City
Kuopio is the largest of Savonia’s campus cities, with over 120,000 residents and a vibrant student community. Located in Eastern Finland, the city combines the benefits of urban services with easy access to nature, offering a balanced environment for studying and everyday life.

## Tuition Fees
Tuition fees apply to non-EU/EEA students. For detailed information regarding tuition fees, refund policies, and scholarship opportunities, please visit the dedicated tuition fees page.

## Contact Us
**Mira Saari**
Degree Programme Coordinator
Email: mira.saari@savonia.fi
Phone: +358 44 785 6017