Kajaani University of Applied Sciences is a public utility owned by the Town of Kajaani. 3500 professionals have graduated from Kajaani UAS and are now fully involved in the working world. The University of Applied Sciences is maintained by a Board. Internal self-government is based on UAS legislation. Kajaani University of Applied Sciences is one of the top Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences according to the most significant barometers: Kajaani UAS is top in providing expertise, counselling and supervision services and the benefits of practical training. It is also one of the best in terms of the amount of theses commissioned and undertaken in commerce and industry, in graduation time, in the amount of intake with a basic vocational education and in implementing equality between the sexes.
| Funding type: | Public |
A Unique, Integrated Campus Area
You, together with 2000 other students from the different schools, are studying in the Kajaani University of Applied Sciences Vimpelilaakso Campus area, which is just a short walk away from services in the town centre. Kajaani University of Applied Sciences’ integrated campus area is the only one of its kind in Finland. Kajaani UAS has concentrated on state-of-the-art equipment and study methods, as the campus undergoes a process of constant renewal and development. For example you can opt to complete part of your studies as E-courses (virtual learning).
The KUAS Library, located on campus in the Information Centre, is at your disposal. Its collection of 32 000 volumes is certain to provide you with material for your studies, research and development and business requirements. The library also offers digital materials and has a versatile collection of periodicals. The campus has fast network connections and there are 50 customer computers available for public use in the library.
Enjoy a lunch at student prices or have a coffee break in the Fox Student Restaurant. The Kisälli teaching and open to order restaurant is also located on campus along with the student health centre, Vital. The Kajaani University of Applied Sciences Student Union KAMO organises evening gatherings and parties, winter events and excursions. KAMO also runs kiosk, book selling and photocopying services at student prices on campus. You may also find that your own student flat, offered by Kainuun opiskelija-asunnot Oy (Kainuu Student Accommodation Oy) is also located on campus!