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Strategy and values
Focused on sustainable business, energy and society
The University of Vaasa is an international, business-oriented, multidisciplinary university focused on sustainable business, energy and society. Our strategic focus areas are energy transition and technology, business management and governance and society. Via our multidisciplinary schools and research platforms, we solve complex societal challenges by combining expertise in business, technology and governance.
We are a valued partner within Northern Europe's largest energy and environment business cluster, working towards affordable and clean energy, economic growth, industry innovation, and responsible consumption and production.
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Vision
The University of Vaasa is internationally recognized as a high-impact research university. Research in our focus areas contributes significantly to international scholarship, is increasingly multidisciplinary, and informs both policy and practice. The education we provide offers a transformative learner experience for future employment built on teaching excellence, high-quality learning environments, equality and inclusion. We make a positive societal impact on the economy, energy (transition) and governance.
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Mission
The University of Vaasa creates and disseminates knowledge to advance sustainable business, energy, and society. Through innovative and high-quality research and education, we address global challenges that support the sustainable development of our learners, collaborators, ecosystems and society, both
regionally and globally.
regionally and globally.
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Values
Courage, Community, Responsibility
University of Vaasa strategy 2030
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Research
Research in our focus areas is internationally high-quality. Our key themes are sustainable business, energy and society. Via our research platforms, we conduct challenge- and phenomenon-driven, interdisciplinary
research that makes a difference in the real world, addressing global societal challenges. We emphasise the importance of engaging collaborators from industry and society. 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.
We carry out ethical research that is both sustainable and responsible. We are committed to the principles of open science.
Education
We offer a future-oriented study experience that prepares students for working life through top-quality teaching, cutting-edge research, and modern learning environments. Our students benefit from the latest technology, digital tools, engaging project-based learning, flexible study paths, and personalised guidance. Our foundation is built on equality, equity, and a strong sense of community.
We are committed to supporting the integration of both domestic and international graduates into Finnish working life and society. As a key partner to the City of Vaasa, the regional innovation ecosystem, and especially the energy technology sector, we play an active role in regional development.
We provide our students with comprehensive support services – from academic advising and mentoring to wellbeing and career development – proactively and individually.
Sustainability and responsibility
The University of Vaasa aims for internationally recognised, high-quality research and impactful education. Located in the Nordic energy capital, we embrace a special responsibility to lead the way in sustainable development.
Our dedication to sustainability runs deep, with a commitment to incorporating the social, economic and ecological dimensions of sustainability into every aspect of our work. As a renowned research university, we actively promote innovations and solutions that create value for both industry and society at large.
An open, inclusive and international community
Our success is built on the expertise and dedication of our researchers, teachers, and experts. We invest in the wellbeing and career development of our staff and foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture where equality is a core value.
We are actively involved in both international and national research and education networks and partnerships. We also promote the responsible integration of international talent into Finnish society.