Arcada is a multi-professional University of Applied Sciences in Finland. At Arcada high level research with societal impact meets lifelong learning within all our areas of expertise; Business management and analytics, Energy and materials technology, Health and welfare, Culture and media, and Healthcare.
At Arcada, we offer three English-language and 14 Swedish-language programmes at bachelor's level. With us, you gain access to the latest expertise in the area you are passionate about and build knowledge that is relevant and sought after in the labour market - both today and in the future!
Arcada gives you many options to grow in your professional role, acquire sought-after skills, expand your professional network and take the next step in your career. Our flexible master's programmes, all of which can be combined with full-time work, are aimed at those who want to take on new challenges and in the future aim for leadership or development tasks.
Research
Through our transdisciplinary efforts we conduct research programes that study future challenges in society and working life, sustainability, the delivery of social and welfare services, health promotion and technical solutions that support an ageing populations wellbeing.
Career
Karriärcenter Arabia will offer career planning, counselling and service guidance in Swedish for young people and adults. A broad target group can here get all their services from one and the same place, in Swedish. The center is launched in collaboration between Arcada University of Applied Sciences, the secondary vocational institution Prakticum and youth service provider Sveps.
Top reasons to study here
Sustainability and social responsibility are present in all activities at Arcada: in our education, research, organisational culture and on campus.
A globally relevant Swedish-language higher education institution in Helsinki at the forefront of change and development.
The Arcada quality culture is based on result awareness, individual taking of responsibility and an open climate/dialogue and interaction with the environment.
Arcada University of Applied SciencesKey Statistics & Highlights
4 Courses
170Academic Staff
2,700Students
Housing services
Almost 500 student apartments are found on Arcadas campus. As an Arcada student you are welcome to apply for accommodation on campus.
Students at Arcada often find an apartment through HOAS, the Foundation for Student Housing. HOAS maintains approximately 10 000 student apartments in the metropolitan region.You can also visit the HOAS Facebook page for more information.
The HOAS apartments usually consist of private rooms with a common kitchen and bathroom. Most of the apartments are unfurnished, but there is a small number of furnished flats with essential furnishing (table, chair, bed, not including linen or kitchenware!).
Library services
Arcada’s library, located in block C2, offers library and information services for Arcada’s students and staff. The library's central activities are customer service, maintenance of the collections, development of information competence, the electronic services, statistical follow-up and key figures as well as cooperation with other actors.
ICT services
The IT unit is responsible for the operation and development of Arcada's information system and IT infrastructure as well as operating IT-support.
The Head of the IT unit is responsible for the management, comprehensive development and operational plan of the unit.
Campus life
The study environment at Arcada is great as it is a unified campus with a UAS, student housing and student union buildings. The campus surroundings are close to the sea and nature, but still has excellent connections to the city centre. The city centre can be reached in 20 minutes by bus or tram, and the metro is not far away either. Right next to the student housing there is a shopping centre with everything needed in everyday life and nearby are excellent areas for leisure activities.
Sports facilities
If you want to meet new people, Arcada Student Union – ASK and the different Student Associations arrange pastime activities such as parties, sitzes, trips, cottage weekends and other events. You can also just stop by the Cor-house and enjoy the terrace with new friends.
When it comes to sports, Arcada Student Union arranges different kind of activities. Arcada also holds a fully equipped gym, which all student at Arcada can use for a very reasonable prize. For more information about the Arcada gym and other free-time acitivites on campus, click here.
Student clubs
At Arcada you will find four associations for students:
Commedia rf
HanSe – Trade and Service Student Association
HoSK – Comrade Association at the Institution for Health and Social Care.
TLK – the Comrade Association of the Technical Institute.
Kult rf
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Arcada University of Applied SciencesStudent Reviews & Awards
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How Students Rated This University
Student Teacher Interaction4.1
Student Diversity4.1
Admission Process4.0
Quality of Student Life4.2
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UNIVERSITY REVIEW
1. Strong reputation in health and wellbeing education
Arcada is known for offering high-quality programs in Health Promotion, Public Health–related studies, and Social Services.
You want a university that specializes in the field you are interested in, not a general school.
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2. Practical, hands-on learning style
Arcada focuses on:
real projects
community work
practical assignments
internships in Helsinki
You prefer real-life learning over stressful theory and exams. Arcada’s teaching style fits you perfectly.
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3. International and welcoming environment
Arcada has a diverse student population with many international students.
You want a place where you can adapt easily, feel welcome, and learn in English without struggling.
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4. Programs taught fully in English
Since English is one of your strongest subjects, you want an institution where:
you can learn comfortably
you understand the content well
Posted byAnonymous
Studied fromNov 2025 - Nov 2028
Posted onNov 2025
4/5
Excellent Academic Support & Inclusive Environment
Arcada provides a fantastic learning environment. The teachers are incredibly friendly and cooperative, and I truly appreciate the flexibility of online classes when needed. However, I’d love to see more cultural programs to celebrate our diversity. Also, the website could be clearer regarding refund and deferral policies. Overall, a great experience!
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