History
Novia University of Applied Sciences was formed on August 1, 2008, by the merging of the Sydväst Polytechnic and the Swedish Polytechnic, Finland. Novia UAS is the largest Swedish-speaking UAS in Finland with about 5100 students and has campuses in Vaasa, Turku, Raasepori and Pietarsaari.
Research
The Research and Development, R&D, at Novia support a genuine joint effort between the UAS and the regional businesses and industries. The aim is to offer a qualitative higher education adapted to the globalized working life and further education tailored to customer needs.
At Novia research is conducted within the following focus areas: Sustainable Energy Technology, Health and Welfare, Maritime Simulation, Bioeconomy and Culture and Entrepreneurship. The activities include research and development projects, services, investigations and consultant tasks. The research projects include national and international collaboration projects with other universities.
Career
The aim for the students to be attractive on the labour market and that the high level of employment among graduates is maintained. This is achieved by providing education that
is anchored in working life
integrates research, development and innovation
- fosters entrepreneurship and sustainable thinking
- provides readiness to work in an international context
Practical training is a part of the studies at Novia UAS. Students may opt to do their internship or write their final thesis in a regional, national or international enterprise or organisation, which often leads to employment after graduation.
Student services
Novia offers a wide range of services to make sure that the students thrive in their studies and student life. Every campus has its own student service office where you can turn to if you need advice or information about the studies. Students also have access to study counsellors, international coordinators and library services.
Admissions Services are a part of the Student Services and can be contacted in issues regarding joint application and student admission.
Housing services
Students are expected to arrange their own living before their arrival in Finland. Apply for student living as soon as possible after receiving your decision on student admission to ensure that you have a place to stay.
Affordable apartments in Vaasa can be rented from the Student Housing Foundation (VOAS), who offers shared apartments, studios and family apartments.
The Student Village Foundation of Turku rents apartments for students in Turku.
The free market is also an option for finding an apartment in Vaasa, Turku, Raasepori and Pietarsaari.
Library services
Novia UAS provides library and information services on every campus. You can find the printed and electronic collections and renew your loans through your own library.
ICT services
Since computers are a common part of the everyday work, all students should have their own laptops for their studies. Novia will continue to have computer rooms, especially for the parts of the study work that require heavier software and special equipment.
The ICT Services are responsible for the operation and development of Novia’s ICT systems as well as operating IT-support.
Medical services
Access to public health care is organizsed in different ways for exchange students and degree students. Students with the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) also have more rights to public health care than other nationals. More information is available on the novia.fi/en website.
Campus life
Novia UAS acts along the Swedish-speaking parts of the Finnish coastline and has campuses in Vaasa, Turku, Raasepori and Pietarsaari. All campuses are located close to the city center, have modern facilities and provides an attractive learning environment. Every campuses have restaurants and cafés that offer meals for a very affordable price for students.
Sports facilities
Campus Sport and ÅAU Sports provide sport activities and happenings for students. The campuses are close to nature and has excellent opportunities for outdoor activities like jogging, skiing, ice skating and swimming. Close by you will also find gyms, some of them offer student membership and student discounts.
Student clubs
The student union Novium represents the entire student community at Novia UAS. Novium supervises all Novia students’ interest through representing students in decision-making bodies in Novia, as well as working with educational issues regarding studies at Novia and with social issues such as financial aid, housing, exercise and health.
Novium looks after students’ interests and makes sure that they are as comfortable as possible in their environment and day-to-day life.
Every degree student can join the student union. Once you have become a member of Novium, you get a student card, which provides you with a variety of discounts and benefits.
Accreditation
Novia UAS is FINEEC audited (quality assurance certificate by the Finnish Education Evaluation Centre) and certified by the international standard ISO 9001 for quality management systems.
Novia University of Applied Sciences Overview
Novia University of Applied Sciences Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Finland Country
Vaasa City
#2 Branch Campus
Finland Country
Ekenäs City
#3 Branch Campus
Finland Country
Turku City
#4 Branch Campus
Finland Country
Jakobstad City
Novia University of Applied Sciences Student Reviews & Awards
4.1
Based on 15 reviews
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- 4 Star 6 Reviews
- 3 Star 0 Reviews
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- 1 Star 2 Reviews
Good
My overall study experience really nice. It's one of the best memorable moment. I really like it and i can be improved.
Amazing Academic Life
After a decade of development carrer it leads me to become true my dream by becomming a embdded developer.To do that NOVIA UAS is guiding me towards my goal.I'm much appreciate.
"Artistic Value: Performer-Pedagogues"
I truly appreciate that this education program has a strong artistic profile and recognizes the value of working extensively on our own physical expression through various courses in voice, body, and acting. It acknowledges the importance of our personal development as performing artists in order to become effective educators in the future. Unfortunately, there are schools with similar orientations that fail to recognize this value and solely focus on the pedagogical aspect.
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