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From Game Design studies to building a future in the game industry
Coming to Finland to study Game Design gave Andreas Marcato an opportunity to turn his interest in games into practical skills and a clearer direction…
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Did you graduate from Xamk in 2021? Respond to the Career Monitoring Survey by 9 November
Did you graduate from Xamk in 2021? Now is your opportunity to tell us how your degree has supported your career and how well your…
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Xamk strengthens Mikkeli’s international higher education offering with new English-taught degree programmes
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, Xamk, will launch two English-taught business degree programmes in Mikkeli in autumn 2027.
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When Technology Takes a Back Seat: AinoClub Combines Digital Tools with Hands-On Learning
How can children’s learning be developed in a world where an increasing share of everyday life takes place in front of screens? According to the…
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Audit Highlights Xamk’s Key Strengths: Regional Impact and Strong Cooperation with Working Life
Xamk’s operations have been audited as part of the regular quality audits of Finnish higher education institutions. The published audit report identifies Xamk’s key strengths…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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From Turkey to Helsinki: Boosting Founders New to the Region
Meric Eryurek is the Co-Founder & Game Designer at Upgrade Entertainment Ltd., Partner at Gaming İstanbul, Indieway & Vardiya | Mentor at BUG Lab |…
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Digital Towers Can Secure the Future of Finland’s Smaller Airports
Research identifies path to shared, remote Air Traffic Services – but warns that short-term thinking is blocking adoption.
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Spring Forum for Higher Education International Affairs to Be Held in Kotka Campus in May – Registration is Now Open
The Spring Forum for Higher Education International Affairs brings together people working in international affairs at higher education institutions from across Finland. The event is…
Experience
INGENIUM’s Senior School helps participants build European networks, develop working-life skills, and identify their personal strengths
INGENIUM’s Senior School helps participants build European networks, develop working-life skills, and identify their personal strengths. Xamk students Heidi Aska‑Randelin and Juuso Kokkonen share their…
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Learning Business by Doing: How Digital International Business at Xamk Prepares Students for Real-World Challenges
Moving to a new country to pursue higher education is never easy, but for Manoj Gharti, an international student from Nepal, it marked the beginning…
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Stakeholder Services Connect Experts, Businesses and the University of Applied Sciences
Xamk’s Stakeholder Services is an expert unit serving the entire university of applied sciences as well as its external clients. Its activities cover Xamk’s whole…
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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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What does working‑life collaboration mean?
In the context of degree programmes, working‑life collaboration refers to cooperation between Xamk and companies operating in its region, with the aim of supporting students’…
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Xamk’s quality management system to be audited in spring 2026
In spring 2026, Xamk’s quality management system will be audited by the Finnish Education Evaluation Centre (FINEEC). As a pilot higher education institution in the…