Lapland University of Applied Sciences (LAPIN AMK)

Experiencing Nordic life The education system of Finland is different. The teachers care about your learning, you are free to ask or share your opinions with them anytime during the teaching and the atmosphere makes you relax in the class. My name is Wenchien Hsu and I am from Taiwan. I am studying a Bachelor Degree of Hospitality Management at Lapland University of Applied Sciences. I started my studies in Rovaniemi 2018. I studied sports economics and management at Beijing Sport University. The programme I am studying at Lapland University of Applied Sciences is the Degree Programme in Tourism. Since the Winter Olympics will be held in Beijing 2022, Beijing Sport University and Lapland University of Applied Sciences cooperate in a special programme which is Ski Resort Management. There is an opportunity for us to study winter sports and resort management in Finland. Before I came to Finland, I hardly knew about winter sports. I came from Taiwan and there are no ski resorts at all. To be honest, I haven’t seen the snow season like in Finland before. I think this is a great chance for me to experience a totally different life here. I was super excited when I signed up for this programme. Before I moved to Rovaniemi, I lived in Beijing. Since we have to study in Finland for two years, we definitely need to live here. In my opinion, Rovaniemi is quite a small but lovely town. People are kind and warmhearted including my tutors and classmates. I have met a lot of new friends here. Actually, I haven’t been to a such cold place before but now I am used to it. And I really like the natural setting around Rovaniemi. The best thing here for me is fresh air, for sure. I strongly recommend you guys to come and experience the Nordic life in Lapland! I have been doing the thesis process recently which means this is the last step before I graduate. Within these two years, I have learned a lot from many different courses. My favourite one is a skiing lesson. Although it took few weeks only, I still benefitted a lot from it. Before this course started, I had no idea about skiing. During the lesson, we learned how to ski in a proper way. More importantly, skiing eventually became one of my hobbies because of this course. Our skiing instructor was very patient and she gave us a lot of useful advice after class. In addition, our tutors brought us to watch the Levi World Cup which was an opening competition for downhill skiing last year. That was my first time to see the slalom skiing competition. Lapland provided such great conditions for us to experience and learn winter sports. I have really enjoyed the time when staying in Finland. I have experienced a totally different life here including a different language, culture and people. The education system of Finland is so much different as well. For instance: you will have more than one time to take the exam if you happen to fail or you are not satisfied with the grades. The teachers care more about your learning instead of your grades. The atmosphere always makes you relax in the class. So, if you want to experience the Nordic life and everything here, please do not hesitate to join us! - Wenchien Hsu -

Becoming a professional nurse I appreciate the availability of state-of-the-art nursing facilities to help build a 21st century nurse, simulation classes and teachers with decades of academic and clinical experience in nursing, dentistry, internal medicine, and surgery amongst them. Hello, my name is Oladeji Oluwaseun Emmanuel, I am a Nigerian. I moved from Nigeria to Finland in the autumn of 2021 and now I am studying nursing at Lapland University Of Applied Sciences, Kemi campus. Studying nursing at the Lapland University of Applied sciences has been a dream come true for me. In my search for a new study place and career I wanted a programme that has a rich cultural diversity and that is in a country with world-class facilities and a dedication to health promotion, technology driven development, climate awareness and ultimately improved living for people. Lapland UAS Nursing degree ticked all my boxes and more. During my application I interacted with the teachers and from the university website I understood the goal and vision of the university. I understood instantly that the programme is dedicated to using best available research results and resources to develop world class nurses, and improve the health system in Finland, the Nordic, and the world at large. My previous academic degree, BSc Biochemistry, gave a foundation in basic medical science, and this has made settling into my new studies easier. I particular love the curriculum of the nursing degree, it has a good blend of Finnish language and nursing for international students to start learning about Finnish language and culture from the first year, and a good number of practical trainings spread across the different academic years. The teachers have been very efficient in bringing students closer to achieving their course expectations through detailed lecture materials, group assignments, independent study and assignments. The academic study skills course has helped me understand information retrieval from the library and how to use diverse academic resources in making essays and learning diary. The digital library has diverse databases and they are also available in english for international students. The physical library is an ambient environment with adequate use of technology in sorting of books and materials and I particularly find the contactless borrowing and returning of books very amusing. I recommend Lapland UAS and my Nursing degree at Kemi campus because it is an ambient academic environment, located close to nature and still very much close to the city, with a lot to enjoy from the restaurant to the gym and much that can still be added. Also, I appreciate the availability of state-of-the-art nursing facilities to help build a 21st century nurse, simulation classes and teachers with decades of academic and clinical experience in nursing, dentistry, internal medicine, and surgery amongst them. The international nursing program has students drawn from all over the world, a rich blend of different culture, ethics, and knowledge base to work with and learn from. Student tutors are available to help you settle into your studies fast and help when you are having a problem. The student union organizes culturally rich program and offer services that are covered by the student union fee, I especially love staying at the student union living room where there’s free coffee, games and relaxation spots for students. The practical training and internship placement are provided by the school and supervised by teachers to ensure that the students settle into work life comfortably. These are opportunities for student to understand the work-life as a nurse and gain practical experience. Extra-Curricular activities in Finnish Lapland includes ice skating, visit to the famous Santa-Claus village in Rovaniemi, snow castles, northern light hunting etc. Kemi however small is strategically located to easy visit in other big cities like Oulu, Rovaniemi, and you also get to visit Sweden through the border in the neighboring Tornio town. Studying in Lapland UAS, rated as one of the best UAS in Finland is an amazing experience everyone should have. Come and experience northern excellence! Emmanuel, Nursing student

International Business studies gives a lot of career choices after graduation International Business studies offers numerous options of educational paths and an opportunity to tailor your skills. Hi, my name is Kseniia and I am a 1st year International Business student in Lapland UAS. I have been living in Finland for the past 7 years, here and there. 3 years ago, I moved to Rovaniemi and fell in love with the city and its nature. I saw Lapland UAS as a perfect opportunity to boost my already existing educational background and future career opportunity. While working in tourism I realized that a lot of its aspects are intertwined with the business field. Lapland UAS has a good reputation and since my life is already established in Rovaniemi, it was a perfect combination of high-quality education and good location for me. The International Business program is built in a way that you are not tied up in one specific specialization and that is what I like – after completing the degree you have a choice and during the studies you can choose a career path and specific skills you would like to develop more. Being a first-year student, it is hard to evaluate all the studies offered by UAS but based on the curriculum and the courses description it provides you with a good start for your career. It offers numerous options of educational paths and an opportunity to tailor your skills. The teachers I have met are nice and always ready to help you. They are involved in your development and you feel that you are being taken care of. Lapland itself is a magical place. I know a lot of people who came for exchange and later moved to Rovaniemi permanently. Being familiar with the winter activities since my childhood, I find Lapland as a perfect place to continue the active lifestyle and even after these few years of living here, I keep discovering new places. The landscapes are breathtaking and nature is amazing. I hope, that my opinion about Lapland UAS will only grow towards positive emotions and experiences. Kseniia, International Business -student