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07.07.2022

A language course that is more than just a language course – getting to know the culture and fellow students before your arrival in your new hometown

To better integrate into the society of a foreign country, it is good to know the local language. The University of Vaasa and the Talent Coastline Employment project are organising Finnish and Swedish courses for international students starting their university studies in the autumn.

05.07.2022

From graduate engineer to a versatile career - the perspective of an international student in Vaasa

Master's degree graduates from the University of Vaasa are well employed. Jehanpour Ranjkesh from Iran got a job in Vaasa as soon as he graduated as an engineer and has worked for more than 20 years in a variety of specialist and managerial positions.

News 05.07.2022

More than 40 students join EUNICE intensive course on Global Studies

The EUNICE blended intensive programme takes place at the University of Cantabria, introducing the concept of global studies and different perspectives of the globalisation phenomenon to students from USA and universities from EUNICE alliance.

News 04.07.2022

Successful fundraising campaign for the University of Vaasa – donations totalling 2.5 million euros

Rector Jari Kuusisto is satisfied with the result. The Finnish Government will support the funding of universities by providing an equivalent against the private capital raised by the university. The fundraising campaign ended on Thursday 30 June.

News 04.07.2022

Towards green shipping - University of Vaasa is developing a hydrogen fuel system for ships

Researchers in energy technology at the University of Vaasa are developing a flexible fuel handling system, particularly specified for a hydrogen-driven marine engine.

News 29.06.2022

From roar to humming – Silent Engine project aims to save your eardrums and our environment

Noise from marine traffic has an ill effect on the surrounding environment. Reduced engine noise improves travelling comfort too. Business Finland has granted funding to the University of Vaasa for the Silent Engine research project. Together with partners, the University of Vaasa with its VEBIC laboratories will seek new silent and vibration-free solutions to help the Finnish powertrain industry meet the criteria set for noise, vibration, and sustainability.

Adriana enjoying sunny summer weather and looking at the sea from the campus park

28.06.2022

Boosted with confidence, Adriana found a job and her place in Vaasa

Our industrial management alumna Adriana de la Garza Musi has settled in Vaasa and found a job that she enjoys. How did her degree help her land that job and why she has no plans to leave Vaasa? Read on!

News 27.06.2022

University of Vaasa has signed the DORA declaration

The University of Vaasa has signed the DORA Declaration. The institutions and individuals signing the declaration commit to improving the research assessment practises by making it more transparent, fair and diverse.

21.06.2022

Green transition challenges universities to refine new solutions

News 16.06.2022

Academic Hydrogen Research Forum Finland established – University of Vaasa wants to promote Finnish hydrogen competence

University of Vaasa and other central universities and research institutions in Finland have agreed on a new partnership by establishing Hydrogen Research Forum Finland. The forum promotes Finnish hydrogen competence through action plans, visions of the future and communication, representing academic operators alongside other hydrogen operators.