Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences

The universities of applied sciences (in Finnish abbreviated AMK) together with the universities form the Finnish higher education system.

In creating the universities of applied sciences the Finnish higher education system became a dual system in which the two higher education sectors complete each other. The universities of applied sciences are mainly multidisciplinary and regional institutions of higher education that focus on interacting with the working life and regional development.

The universities of applied sciences provide an interesting alternative to higher education with a combination of theory and practice. They are important regional factors and producers of labour force. The universities of applied sciences focus in their research, development and innovation activities to serve the development needs of their region.

The education supply of the universities of applied sciences is wide and versatile. The different options are:
- Bachelor's Degrees
- Master's Degrees
- Professional specialisation studies
- Extension studies
- Open university of applied sciences
- Vocational teacher education college

Arene: Universities of Applied Sciences