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Internationally impactful research university
Sustainable business, energy and society
At the University of Vaasa, we study and research fields that hold the key to solving the challenges of the world of today and tomorrow. We focus on sustainable business, energy, and society. Our students have the skills and attitude to do things differently and make an impact on our common future. Our people-oriented university creates an inspiring environment for impactful research.
Our modern, beautiful seaside campus enables close cooperation in our educational and research activities. Given our location at the heart of Northern Europe's largest energy and environment cluster, it is especially our responsibility to spearhead the promotion of sustainability.
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The most beautiful campus in Finland
Our beautiful maritime campus is located in Palosaari, a short walk away from the Vaasa city centre. We study and work in a unique environment. The same area houses the historic, old red-bricked cotton factory and fresh, bright new buildings.
University of Vaasa's extensive campus renovation completed in summer 2024. During the extensive renovation, an attractive campus for students and personnel has been built in accordance with the principles of sustainable development, which also serves as an open meeting place for citizens and partners. Wherever possible, the old has been used and adapted to the new. The aim has been to create a sustainable campus where space is used in a versatile and efficient way, and where the maritime environment is further enhanced.
We are an international community
We have invested heavily in international recruitment, and 30% of our teaching and research staff comes from outside of Finland. We encourage our personnel to study and work abroad. We are active in leading research and educational networks and partnerships, both nationally and internationally. We also encourage our students to do exchange studies and summer internships abroad. We work with more than 200 universities in over 40 countries. We also work responsibly towards the integration of international experts into Finnish society.
The Vaasa area is very international; it's the second most international city after the capital Helsinki. The residents represent more than 100 different nationalities and are actively involved in the business life of the region or are preparing for the future in the region's universities.