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Spring 2026 Arrival Survey Results: A Smooth Start to Studies and a Strong Sense of Community at Xamk
A smooth start to studies, effective cooperation, and Learn emerged as key strengths in Xamk’s spring 2026 arrival survey. Students regard Xamk as a high-quality…
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Connecting Future Engineers with Industry
New Electrical Engineering Product Development Master´s degree programme was developed in close collaboration with Norelco, a Finnish company specialising in high-voltage electrical products. The partnership…
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From Nursing Studies to Entrepreneurship – Chaturika Turned Hygiene Expertise into a High-Quality Cleaning Business
When Chaturika moved to Finland to study nursing at South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk), entrepreneurship was not yet part of her plan. The…
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Graduates from South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, June and July 2026
A total of 415 professionals graduated from Xamk in June and July – warm congratulations to everyone!
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Youth oriented approach in food education
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INGENIUM secures two more years of Erasmus+ funding for its next phase
European Commission had selected Next INGENIUM proposal for funding through the Erasmus+ European Universities call. This means that our European University will get Erasmus+ support…
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Draft Entrepreneurship Programme offers funding in Savonlinna for few entrepreneurs to test their ideas
Applications for the Draft Entrepreneurship Program in Savonlinna opened on 15 July. Applicants can receive € 1,000 to develop a new business idea. The funding…
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Jouni Punkki Joins Xamk to Strengthen Concrete Research
Doctor of Science (Technology) Jouni Punkki has been appointed Principal Researcher at the Bio-Based and Circular Economy Research Unit of South-Eastern Finland University of Applied…
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Electronics 3K Factory opens new opportunities for research, education and industry collaboration
An exceptionally versatile environment for electrical testing has been opened in Savonlinna, marking a significant step forward in the regional development of electrical engineering capabilities. The…
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Maternity and Child Health Clinics Can Now Offer Guidance on Nature Exposure
"Let your baby sit and crawl on moss and grass, not just on a blanket. Sometimes choose a forest instead of a playground." These are…
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Open UAS studies made easier for unemployed people
A legislative amendment that entered into force on 1 July 2026 improves opportunities for unemployed people to develop their skills through open higher education. In…
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Xamk Tour – welcome to meet us and explore your study options
Do you want to know what Xamk has to offer if you’re considering studying abroad? Would you like to explore our degree programmes and get…
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Study skills development BIP by INGENIUM visited Savonlinna for a week
Savonlinna hosted international visitors, as the on-site week of an INGENIUM study module brought students and teachers to our campus and its surrounding areas.
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Everyone can be an ally!
During Pride, we celebrate diversity, equality and everyone’s right to be themselves. In a higher education community, this means a safe and respectful everyday environment.…
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Study places available for autumn in Xamk’s supplamentary application round
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk) is organizing an additional application round for study places that remained unfilled in the joint application of spring.
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Xamk and TH Lübeck deepen their cooperation – double degree opens a new international pathway
The collaboration between South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk) and the German Technische Hochschule Lübeck (TH Lübeck), based on a broad cooperation agreement signed…
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Xamk and Finnish Supervisory Agency’s Preparedness Unit Launch Cooperation
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk) and the Preparedness Unit of the Finnish Supervisory Agency’s Department of Rescue Services and Preparedness have entered into a…
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Graduates from South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, May 2026
A total of 574 professionals graduated from Xamk in May– warm congratulations to everyone!
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South East Finland is well-suited for studying information warfare, says Senior Researcher Niina Meriläinen
Niina Meriläinen, Adjunct Professor (docent) in political science, began working as a Senior Researcher at Xamk’s cyber security and game technology research unit mid-April. She…
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Spring Forum in Kotka sparked ideas and strengthened collaboration
Xamk organised the Spring Forum for Higher Education International Affairs together with the Finnish National Agency for Education at its Kotka campus on 18–20 May…
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Heart-healthy lipid profile benefits brain health in adolescents
A new Finnish study shows that blood markers of dysfunctional lipid metabolism are associated with poorer cognitive function in 15–17-year-olds. The findings are significant because…
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Pasi Karppinen to Strengthen Xamk’s Digital Economy Research
Pasi Karppinen, PhD, Adjunct Professor, has been appointed Principal Researcher for the Digital Economy focus area at Xamk. He started in the role in April,…
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Xamk has the best reputation among universities of applied sciences in Finland
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences – Xamk has risen to first place among universities of applied sciences in the latest Reputation & Trust survey.…
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Graduates of Xamk are celebrated in Kouvola on 21st May!
All the graduates from winter and spring have been invited!