Other studies

Open and Flexible Studies

Looking for flexible ways to study at Savonia?

Open and Flexible Studies

Whether you want to complete individual courses, study towards a degree through open pathway studies, or take courses from another Finnish higher education institution, Savonia offers a variety of study opportunities to support your educational and professional goals.

Open UAS

Study individual courses and parts of degree programmes regardless of your age or educational background. Most studies are available online, allowing you to learn flexibly alongside work or other commitments.

UAS Degree through Open UAS

Path studies offer an alternative route to becoming a degree student. By completing pathway studies at the Open UAS, you can later apply for degree student status through a separate application process, and completed studies can be credited towards your degree.

Cross-Institutional Studies

Complete studies at another Finnish higher education institution while maintaining your study right at your home institution. Cross-institutional studies allow students to broaden their expertise and include courses from different universities and universities of applied sciences in their studies.

For Immigrants

Savonia University of Applied Sciences offers study and career pathways for immigrants and international talents through its SIMHE services (Supporting Immigrants in Higher Education).