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www. studyinfinland.fi Foreword Finland Higher Are you interested in from the top is a great of the world? Good, then we have just what you are place to looking for! Education study. This brochure explains briefly what the Finnish in Finland higher education system is like. It introduces the Finnish higher education institutions and lists the degree programmes that are taught in English.

Finland is a Nordic welfare state where equality is the fundamental ideology behind education. Thanks to the brilliance of Finnish education, the country has managed to advance into a world-class You can find out which or UAS is knowledge society. International rankings agree most suitable for you with us, Finland is a great place to study! from page 36 onwards.

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All information provided in this Higher Education in Finland 4 publication is provided by the insti- Universities of Applied Sciences 6 tutions offering these programmes. Universities 20 CIMO takes every effort to ensure that the information published here Bachelor’s Degree programmes in English 36 is accurate. CIMO cannot, however, Master’s Degree programmes in English 38 accept any liability for any direct or Doctoral Degree programmes in English 40 indirect damages caused by possi- More information and useful links 42 ble inaccuracies in the content.

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3 Higher Education in Finland Structure of the Finnish Education System

Finnish higher education consists of two ECTS, 3,5 – 4,5 years) and professional mas- DOCTORAL DEGREES degrees complementary sectors: universities pro- ter’s (60-90 ECTS, 1 – 1,5 years) degrees. Universities moting research and academic education, and universities of applied sciences All 14 universities offer bachelor’s (180 (=UAS) offering professional higher educa- ECTS, 3 years), master’s (120 ECTS, 2 years) tion with close ties to the working life. and doctoral (240 ECTS, 4 years) degrees. MASTER´S DEGREES MASTER´S DEGREES Universities Universities of Applied Sciences The 24 universities of applied sciences The Finnish higher education institutions Work experience 3 years (UAS) offer bachelor’s (210, 240 or 270 provide some 450 programmes in English. BACHELOR´S DEGREES You can find the current selection of English- Universities BACHELOR´S DEGREES Universities of Applied Sciences language study programmes listed in this brochure. Scholarships are available for stu- dents from outside the EU/EEA, for whom Special vocational there are tuition fees in English-taught qualifications* bachelor’s and master’s programmes. For VOCATIONAL Further vocational information on possible degree programme qualifications* MATRICULATION EXAMINATION QUALIFICATIONS* updates, and lots of essential information General upper secondary schools and advice on studying in Finland, please Vocational institutions * Also available as apprenticeship training visit www.studyinfinland.fi.

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Universities Arcada University of Applied Sciences

At Arcada University of Applied Sciences, with contacts with the workplace, co-operate with of Applied its unique and international campus located in around 90 higher education institutions and Arabianranta, , about 2,700 students universities throughout the world, and conduct from over 50 countries have gathered. We offer practical research that is relevant to the world high-quality education and further education we live in. This is why a degree from Arcada in Sciences in Swedish and English in our modern learning business administration, media, culture, tech- facilities. As a student you can choose from 17 nology, sports or social and health care makes a Bachelor’s degree programmes and seven Mas- difference and is appreciated by employers. ter’s degree programmes. We believe in close

Fields of education: Business Master’s Degree Programmes in Administration; Media; Culture; Technology; English: Media Management; International Sports; Social and Health Care Business Management; Global Health Care

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: International Business; Materials Processing Technology; Nursing www.arcada.fi/en

Åland University of Applied Sciences

The uniquely located island institution offers Courses are generally taught in Swedish though seven degree programmes with a total of 600 exchange students from Nordic and European students. We take pride in our close co-operation partner schools are offered courses in English. and interaction with working life and society. In order to provide students with international Åland UAS offers education and training in di- experiences and contacts, the university cooper- verse fields such as business administration, ates with a range of foreign institutions. Åland navigation, engineering (marine, electrical and UAS is an active partner in networking activities IT), nursing and hospitality management. and communication across national boundaries.

Fields of education: Business Administration; Engineering; Navigation; Nursing; Hospitality Management www.ha.ax/en

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Centria Centria University of Applied Sciences UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences

Situated on the western coast of Finland, Centria knowledge and skills to reach your professional At HAAGA-HELIA you can become an expert in day or evening studies. HAAGA-HELIA is an University of Applied Sciences (Centria) is an in- dreams and goals. Amongst others, internation- business, sales and marketing, tourism, journal- international and multicultural learning com- ternational higher education institution that of- alization is a core value at Centria. About 10 % ism, management assistance, business informa- munity offering plenty of international oppor- fers a wide choice of educational opportunities, of our student population comes from outside tion technology, sports and leisure management tunities for students. We also conduct applied practically orientated teaching methods, and of Finland and students have numerous possi- or hospitality and experience management. We research, development and innovation coopera- good connections with the professional world. bilities to undertake studies or work placements offer Bachelor’s degrees in all of these fields, tion with our international partner universities Centria provides its students with a warm and abroad, meaning that our institution allows you complemented by Master’s degrees. Degrees can and companies. fostering study environment, modern facilities to experience your studies to be “local and glob- be completed in Finnish or in English through and supportive teachers. Our study possibilities al” at the same time. Centria will take part in the range from business to various fields of engi- joint application rounds in September 2016 and Fields of education: Business and Adminis- Experience Management; Sports Coaching and neering, passing through nursing. All of this Spring 2018. tration; Sales and Marketing; Sports and Leisure; Management; International Sales and Marketing; is to help you, as a student, gain the required Journalism; Tourism, Hospitality and Experience Aviation Business Management; Business Information Technology Fields of education: Engineering; Business and Technology; International Business Master’s Degree Programmes in English: and Administration; Health Care and Social (part-time studies) Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in International Business Management; Commu- Services; Culture; Humanities and Education English: International Business, full-time nication Management; Information Systems Master’s Degree Programme in English: studies; International Business, part-time stud- Management; Aviation and Tourism Business; Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in International Business Management (intake ies; Business Information Technology; Multi- Sport Development and Management English: Business Management; Information every other year) lingual Management Assistants; Tourism and Technology; Nursing; Environmental Chemistry Event Management; Hospitality, Tourism and www.centria.fi/en www.haagahelia.fi/en

Häme University of Applied Sciences Diaconia University of Applied Sciences Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK) HAMK. We have strong international networks welcomes you to be a part of our student com- and offer our students many exchange opportu- Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Diak) cation is given in working-life learning environ- munity of 7,000, representing 60 countries. We nities from all study fields to increase their pro- trains and educates people for meaningful jobs ments, which combines research, development offer you world-class education and research fessional and academic expertise. You will study in the social and health sector, in parishes and and learning. Diak is a strong international play- in our 23 Bachelor-level and 7 Master-level de- in modern learning facilities with award-winning in various organisations. Diak also educates in- er, promoting global responsibility and equal gree programmes. Four Bachelor programmes Finnish learning methods. You can also choose terpreters, providing them with skills required in opportunities. and one Master programme are delivered fully online and summer courses, and our student teaching and translating jobs. Part of the edu- in English and students come from all over the support team will coach you towards your future world to start their professional career here at dream job.

Fields of education: Social Services; Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Nursing and Public Health; Diaconia; Youth English: Social Services (Focus on Community Fields of education: Culture; Natural Engineering; Construction Engineering; Work; Community Interpreting; Sign Development Work or Focus on Diaconal Youth & Resources and the Environment; Social International Business; Mechanical Engineering Sciences, Business and Administration; Social and Production Technology Language Interpreting Community Development Work) Services, Health and Sports; Technology,

Communication and Transport Master’s Degree Programmes in English: www.diak.fi/en Business Management and Entrepreneurship Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Electrical and Automation www.hamk.fi/english

8 9 Universities of Universities of applied sciences applied sciences

Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences JAMK University of Applied Sciences Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, paths inspire students as well as staff to learn and JAMK University of Applied Sciences has more quality. The International Business Programme Finland’s largest university of applied sciences, co-create new things. than 8, 000 students from over 70 countries. has already twice gained EPAS Accreditation and educates future professionals in the fields of Cul- At JAMK, you do not only earn a Bachelor´s or the Logistics Programme has the international ture, Business, Health Care and Social Services and Metropolia’s expertise is founded on broad knowl- Master´s degree; during your studies you also EUR-ACE quality label. JAMK has also passed the Technology. Practicality, internationality and inno- edge, extensive networks and the ability to involve gain a lot of actual work experience. Many of international audit of the FINHEEC. Our interna- vativeness are keywords at Metropolia. our students in various projects with different our graduates establish extensive business net- tional students report that the teaching is excel- stakeholders. Internationalisation is integral to works already during their studies. JAMK also lent and our staff is very supportive. Every 3rd Our focus lies on supporting students with their our operations and we are active in global networks. offers a good foundation for those who want to person that you pass in the city of Jyväskylä is a learning and networking. A motivating and inter- Metropolia has 67 degree programmes, 15 of which be entrepreneurs. Every year 20 new companies student. Take a look at the cultural programmes, national learning environment and flexible study are taught in English. are founded at JAMK. JAMK is known for high sports and enjoy the cafés!

Fields of education: Business; Culture; Master’s Degree Programmes in Fields of education: ICT; Culture; Master’s Degree Programmes in Health Care and Social Services; Technology English: Business Informatics; Business Business Administration; Natural Resources English: Cyber Security; Entrepreneurship Informatics; Health Business Management; and the Environment; Tourism and Hospitality; and Business Competence Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Health Business Management; Health Business Social Services and Health Care; Technology and English: Electronics; European Business Management; Industrial Management; Transport; Vocational Administration; Information Technology; Information Technology; Logistics; International Business and Logistics; Construction and Real Estate Management Bachelor’s Degree Programmes Nursing; Social Services in English: International Business; International Logistics; International Nursing www.metropolia.fi/en www.jamk.fi/en

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

At Kajaani University of Applied Sciences in their studies. Our lecturers have an individ- HUMAK University of Applied Sciences (KAMK) you can enjoy a cozy study atmosphere ual approach with each student, helping them in our close-to-nature campus area, located not to identify and develop their personal areas of HUMAK University of Applied Sciences operates of citizens are among the key duties of HUMAK. far from the town center. On our compact cam- expertise. KAMK offers a variety of exchange op- through a nationwide network. It is the leading We are actively engaged in NGO- and youth work, pus you can find all student services comfort- portunities and possibilities to participate in educator and expert in the fields of humanities, cultural management, entrepreneurship in the ably close to one another, as well as some of hands-on business projects. The town of Kajaani and cultural management in Finland. creative industries, as well as the sign language the student accommodation. Our multicultural is big enough to offer all necessary services but Our activities are based on human interaction, interpreting industry by developing new and ex- study groups are small, which helps in building yet is small enough to feel safe. Four distinct tolerance and respect for others. isting practices. HUMAK participates in all key good relationships with fellow students and lec- seasons provide a variety of settings ideal for a European education and training programmes. turers. We place special emphasis on providing wide range of interesting experiences. Building connections, acting as a mediator, In addition, we currently offer two English-lan- study counseling to enable students to succeed strengthening and developing a sense of com- guage programmes leading to a Master of Hu- munity, creating innovations based on the needs manities degree. Fields of education: Social Sciences; Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Business and Administration; Natural Sciences; English: International Business; Sports and Technology; Communication and Transport; Leisure Management; Tourism Fields of education: Humanities Social Services, Health and Sports; Tourism, www.humak.fi/en Catering and Domestic Services www.kamk.fi/en

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Karelia University of Applied Sciences Lapland University of Applied Sciences

Karelia University of Applied Sciences offers edu- careers. Karelia UAS operates on two campuses in The functions of Kemi-Tornio University of Applied We train and educate cooperative experts with high cation in 7 fields of study, with 14 degree pro- Joensuu, the student capital of Eastern Finland. Sciences and Rovaniemi University of Applied Sci- professional skills for international working envi- grammes leading to a Bachelor’s and 5 degree Karelia engages actively in research and develop- ences merged on 1 January 2014 to form Lapland ronments. Students get both theoretical knowledge programmes leading to a Master’s degree. It is ment in two focus areas, Sustainable Energy and University of Applied Sciences (Lapland UAS). as well as practical training for a successful career. an innovative learning environment for 4,000 Materials, and Modern Welfare Services. Coopera- Our strong worldwide partner network extends to all students. Interactive teaching, modern learning tion extends from regional business life to inter- We operate in Finnish Lapland by the Arctic Circle, continents. Welcome to Lapland – above all ordi- environments and active cooperation with sur- national networks. In terms of regional develop- with premises in the towns of Kemi, Rovaniemi and nary! rounding enterprises ensure that our graduates ment impact, Karelia UAS is one of the leading Tornio. Lapland UAS is the EU’s northernmost uni- have the competences they need for their future Finnish universities of applied sciences. versity of applied sciences. We have about 5,500 students and a staff of 500.

Fields of education: Social Sciences, Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Fields of education: Culture; Information Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Business and Administration; Culture; English: International Business Communication Technology; Natural Resources English: Business Information Technology; Natural Sciences; Natural Resources and the and the Environment; Social Services, Health International Business; Nursing; Tourism Environment; Tourism, Catering and Domestic and Sports; Social Sciences; Business and Services; Social Services, Health and Sports; Administration; Technology, Communication Master’s Degree Programmes in Technology, Communication and Transport and Transport; Tourism, Catering and Domestic English: International Business Management www.karelia.fi/en Services www.lapinamk.fi/en

Lahti University of Applied Sciences

Lahti University of Applied Sciences, Lahti UAS, is ture working life. Integrative pedagogy as a frame Laurea University of Applied Sciences a middle-sized multidisciplinary higher education leads the students’ way towards authentic learning With around 7,800 students, Laurea is one of the In Laurea, learning is connected to the working institution located in the southern part of Finland environments. The high-standard research and de- biggest UAS’s in Finland. Laurea’s seven cam- life through the ‘Learning by Developing’ learn- with around 5,000 students and 400 employees. velopment projects are closely integrated with the puses are located in Uusimaa close to Helsinki. ing model. This unique learning model focuses Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes have students learning processes. Over the past few years Laurea has been ranked on practical projects with real-life companies been designed to respond to the demands of the fu- high in evaluations of Finnish higher education and organizations. In Laurea, students get to institutions and recognized many times in cat- participate in business development both do- Fields of education: Business; Technology Master’s Degree Programmes in egories like quality of education. Laurea offers mestically and internationally, create innova- and Engineering; Social and Health Care; Design English: Environmental Technology six Bachelor’s degree programmes in English tions, take part in entrepreneurial projects and and Communication; Tourism and Hospitality (urban sustainability); International and two Master’s degree programmes in English. much more. Management; Fine Arts; Music and Drama Business Development

Fields of education: Computer Science Nursing; Social Services; Restaurant Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in and Information Technology; Economics, Entrepreneurship English: Business Information Technology; Business and Administration; Health Care and International Business and Nursing Social Services; Tourism and Catering Master’s Degree Programmes in www.lamk.fi/english English: Global Development and Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Management in Health Care; Service English: Business Management; Business Innovation and Design Information Technology; Security Management; www.laurea.fi/en

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Novia University of Applied Sciences Saimaa University of Applied Sciences

Novia University of Applied Sciences offers multi- grammes provide students with a proper platform Saimaa University of Applied Sciences is an insti- Saimaa University of Applied Sciences offers de- disciplinary higher education with a practical ori- for their future careers. The aim of international tution of higher education in south-east Finland. grees in five fields: Technology, Health Care and entation. Novia is training professionals for expert activities at Novia is to give students skills and Our units are located in the towns of Lappeenranta Social Services, Business Administration, Tourism and development posts based on the requirements competences needed in a globalized world. In or- and Imatra, close to the Russian border and by and Hospitality, and Fine Arts. Education in Eng- of working life and its development. Novia is the der to achieve this we focus on increasing inbound Lake Saimaa, the largest lake in Finland. lish is provided in four degree programmes. Of our largest Swedish-speaking UAS in Finland with five and outbound mobility, as well as on Internation- 3,000 students, 400 are international degree stu- campuses in , , Raasepori and Pietar- alization at home. Our long-term goal is to build In Lappeenranta, Saimaa UAS operates at the dents. Interaction between students and teachers saari and a staff workforce of about 300. Out of up a strong network of partner institutions in order Skinnarila Campus, located next to Lappeenranta is open and friendly. the overall 4,150 students about 250 are interna- to promote mobility and create opportunities for University of Technology. The two universities con- tionals. High-class and state-of-the-art degree pro- other forms of international cooperation. stitute a multi-disciplinary community of nearly 8,000 students. Fields of education: Culture and Arts; Maritime Management; Sustainable Coastal Business Administration; Engineering; Management Fields of education: Technology; International Business; Mechanical Engineering Construction Management; Marine Technology; Health Care and Social Services; Business and Production Technology Natural Resources; Health Care; Social Services; Master’s Degree Programmes in Administration;Tourism and Hospitality; Beauty and Cosmetics; Hospitality Management English: Leadership and Service Design; Fine Arts Master’s Degree Programmes in Natural ResourceManagement English: International Business Management Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Bachelor’s Degree Programmes English: Energy Technology; Nursing; in English: Tourism and Hospitality www.novia.fi/novia-uas Management; www.saimia.fi

Oulu University of Applied Sciences

Located in northern Finland, Oulu University of In total, we have 28 Bachelor’s and 4 Master’s Applied Sciences (Oulu UAS) is the 5th largest degree programmes. Two Bachelor’s degree pro- University of Applied Sciences in Finland. Oulu grammes are conducted in English. Double de- UAS is a multifield university of around 8,000 grees with international partner institutions can www. students, and has degree programmes in Engi- be completed in business and information tech- studyinfinland.fi neering, Natural Resources, Business and Infor- nology studies. In addition to degree awarding mation Management, Health and Social Care as education, we offer open university studies and “I feel free well as Media and Performing Arts. Oulu UAS has other courses in English. to explicitly 170 international partner universities and over share my ideas 500 students from abroad on its campuses. and views.”

Fields of education: Culture; Social Bachelor’s Degree Programmes Sciences; Business and Administration; in English: Information Technology; Bang Jeon, Natural Sciences; Technology; Communication International Business MA student and Transport; Natural Resources and the from South Korea Environment; Social Services; Health and Sports www.oamk.fi/en

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Satakunta University of Applied Sciences Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences

Satakunta University of Applied Sciences time technology, and technology. We have cam- Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences (SeAMK) Business and Nursing. We also welcome exchange (SAMK) is located on the west coast of Finland, puses in the biggest cities in the region. Pori, is an internationally audited multidisciplinary in- students to all our four faculties. Students in the in the Satakunta region. There are about 6,000 Rauma, Kankaanpää and Huittinen offer spa- stitution of higher education of about 5,000 stu- fields of business and technology can also take dents. It is also a significant operator in research, part in double degree programmes. Yearly Seinä- students in total and more than 250 interna- cious and safe living conditions, a lot of green development and innovation. SeAMK is located in joki UAS has more than 200 international degree tional students studying on our campuses every nature and excellent opportunities for leisure the region of South Ostrobothnia in West Finland students and 300 exchange students from 200 year. SAMK is a multidisciplinary higher educa- activities. The cities are big enough to offer all and its new main campus offers a safe and inspir- partner universities all over the world. Welcome tion institution, which offers both Bachelor’s the necessary services but also small enough to ing living environment for students. We welcome to study in the dynamic and international atmos- and Master’s degrees in the fields of health and have a cozy and friendly atmosphere. international degree students who want to become phere of Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences! welfare, service business, logistics and mari- experts especially in the fields of International

Fields of education: Agriculture, Forestry Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Fields of education: Arts and Design; International Business; Logistics; Marine and Environmental Sciences; Arts and Design; English: International Business; Nursing Computer Science and Information Technology; Technology; Nursing; Physiotherapy Computer Science and Information Technology; Economics, Business and Administration; Economics, Business and Administration; MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMME IN Engineering and Technology; Health Care and Master’s Degree Programmes in Engineering and Technology; Health Care and ENGLISH: International Business Management Social Services; Tourism and Catering English: Business Management and Social Services; Tourism and Catering Entrepreneurship; Information Technology www.seamk.fi/english Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in English: Industrial Management; www.samk.fi/en

Tampere University of Applied Sciences

Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) universities in Tampere. Our exciting learning is one of the biggest and most popular higher environments vary from traditional classrooms Savonia University of Applied Sciences education institutions in Finland. At TAMK you and group work to real working life partnership will be a member of a vivid, multicultural com- projects with companies and NGO’s, profession- Savonia University of Applied Sciences (Sa- Savonia UAS promotes its know-how and exper- munity of 10,000 people. You will learn side al training and joint learning venues. You can for vonia UAS) provides internationally audited tise by cooperating with companies, educational by side with hundreds of degree and exchange example nurture your entrepreneurship skills in high-quality education with modern learning institutions and international networks through students from all over the world – guided and our Y-campus or create real media content at facilities and methods. There are about 6,500 education, research and development projects. counselled by an expert staff of about 700. We the Mediapolis campus in collaboration with the students including more than 300 international The cooperation is based on open interaction. are here to help you find the Joy of Discovery! Finnish National Broadcasting company. You students studying on our three campuses lo- Flexibility and employability of our study pro- At TAMK you have a unique opportunity to cre- can also utilize our network of 350 international cated in Eastern Finland (, Iisalmi and grammes are the best guaranty for the student´s ate your own professional path by selecting and partners by including a semester abroad. Varkaus cities). The starting point of our educa- career development. blending in elective studies from the two other tion and training are the needs of working life.

Fields of education: Culture; Business Engineering; International Business; Fields of education: Culture and Arts; Bachelor’s Degree Programmes Administration; Technology; Natural Resources; Media and Arts Business and Administration; Tourism and in English: Business Administration; Health Care and Social Services; Tourism and Hospitality; Engineering and Technology; Health Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) Catering; Vocational Teacher Education Master’s degree Programmes in Care and Social Sciences; Natural Resources and English: Energy and Environmental Rural Industries; Emergency Services Bachelor’s Degree Programmes Engineering; International Business; www.savonia.fi/eng in English: Energy and Environmental Media and Arts www.tamk.fi/en

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Turku University of Applied Sciences xamk University of Applied Sciences

Turku University of Applied Sciences (TUAS) is ing theoretical studies with professional skills. At Kymenlaakso University of Applied Sciences land. We host over 600 international students a multidisciplinary higher education institution the core of our teaching stands innovation peda- and Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences will from more than 20 countries. In addition, sev- and an inspiring community of 10,000 members. gogy, which emphasizes RDI activities and cooper- merge at the beginning of 2017. The name of eral lecturers and experts from partner institu- TUAS offers competitive qualifications for interna- ation with actors from working life. Our graduates the new, merged university of applied sciences tions visit Xamk every year. tional careers in four educational fields, provid- are independently-minded and practice-oriented is South-Eastern Finland University of Applied ing a good platform for interdisciplinary learning. professionals with excellent international and Sciences (Xamk). At Xamk, you are part of a thriving student com- Studies at TUAS are working life oriented, combin- communication competences. munity. You will develop into an expert of to- Xamk is a higher education institution that fo- morrow who will be valued by future employers. cuses on sustainable wellbeing and technology. You can study in digital learning environments, Fields of education: Arts and Design; Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in There are about 9,000 students studying on our independent of time and place. We provide you Computer Science and Information English: Information and Communications four campuses located in towns of Kotka, Kou- study counselling and we support you when re- Technology; Economics; Business and Technology; International Business; Nursing vola, Mikkeli and Savonlinna in South-East Fin- quired. Administration; Engineering and Technology; Health Care and Social Services Master’s Degree Programmes in Fields of education: Humanities and Bachelor’s Degree Programmes English: International ; Natural Sciences; Natural Resources Management; Leadership and Service Design in English: Game Design; International and the Environment; Tourism; Catering and Business; Business Management; Environmental Domestic Services; Social Services; Health Engineering and Information Technology www.tuas.fi/en and Sports; Technology, Communication and Transport; Social Sciences; Business and MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES IN Administration; Culture ENGLISH: International Business Management; Design and Health Promotion

www.xamk.fi/en Vaasa University of Applied Sciences

VAMK is a modern and international University of the region with international awareness, languages Applied Sciences with 3,300 students. We provide and culture in the education we provide. There is high level theoretically and practically oriented a strong emphasis on internationalisation and our education at Bachelor’s and Master’s degree level. instructors maintain highest educational stand- The languages of instruction are Finnish and Eng- ards. The staff in degree programmes and student lish. Our main areas of focus lie on high technol- services will provide you with a quality learning ogy, international business, and health care and experience in Vaasa, one of the liveliest student social services. VAMK takes a special interest in cities in Finland. combining the traditional entrepreneurial spirit of

Fields of education: Business and Bachelor’s Degree Programmes Administration; Health Care and Social in English: Information Technology; Services; Technology International Business

vamk.fi/en

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Aalto University is a community of over 20,000 goals. Aalto University encourages its students students and 4,500 staff and offers the highest to engage in multidisciplinary projects and level of education in business, art and design, practice-oriented learning helping you discover architecture, and technology in Finland. This your lasting strengths in a changing world. Aalto combination of fields brings a whole new dimen- University gives you more than a degree – such sion to studying: in addition to the traditional as valuable knowhow, working experience and degree options, you can tailor a unique study contact networks. experience to meet your interests and career

Fields of Education: Architecture; Art and Materials Engineering; Computer, and Design; Business and Economics; Science Communication and Information Sciences; and Technology Creative Sustainability; Energy Technology; Engineering Physics; Geoengineering; Bachelor’s Degree Programme Geoinformatics; Industrial Engineering in English: International Business and Management; Information Networks; International Design Business Management; Master’s Degree Programmes Life Science Technologies; Mathematics in English: and Operations Research; Mechanical Art and Design: Engineering; Nano and Radio Sciences; Collaborative and Industrial Design; Creative Real Estate Economics; Spatial Planning Sustainability; Design for Theatre, Film and and Transportation Engineering; Water and Television; Fashion Clothing and Textile Environmental Engineering Design; Film and Television; International Design Business Management; New Media; International Joint Degree Programmes: Nordic Visual Studies and Art Education; Advanced Materials for Innovation and Photography; Product and Spatial Design; Sustainability; Cold Climate Engineering; Visual Culture and Contemporary Art Environmental Engineering; Environomical (Curating, Managing and Mediating Art; Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems; Visual Culture and Contemporary Art) European Mining, Minerals and Environmental Program; ICT Innovation - EIT Digital Business and Economics: Master School (Digital Media Technology; Corporate Communication; Creative Cloud Computing and Services; Embedded Sustainability; Economics; Entrepreneurship Systems; Human Computer Interaction and and Innovation Management; Finance; Design; Software and Service Architectures); Global Management; Information and Service Innovative Sustainable Energy Engineering; Management; International Design Business Maritime Engineering; Polymer Technology; Management; Management and International Space Science and Technology Business; Marketing; Strategy Doctoral Programmes in English: Architecture, Science and Technology: Art, Design and Architecture; Business; Advanced Energy Solutions; Architecture; Chemical Technology; Electrical Engineering; Automation and Electrical Engineering; Engineering; Science Building Technology; Chemical, Biochemical aalto.fi/en

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Åbo Akademi University Hanken School of Economics

Åbo Akademi University is an internationally While ÅAU covers most disciplines, three focal ar- For over 100 years, Hanken School of Economics sinki and Vaasa students from all corners of the acknowledged research university and the only eas of research interest have been identified: mi- has shaped the future of many successful leaders. world meet. At Hanken thresholds are low, which Swedish-language multidisciplinary university in nority research, molecular process and material Today Hanken is a leading, internationally accred- encourages the creation of personal and profes- Finland. Our student support services and teaching technology, and drug development and diagnos- ited university in the field of economics and busi- sional networks that last a lifetime. Our close ties staff help to create an outstanding environment for tics. The University provides a unique environment ness administration that prepares its students to to the business community and our active alumni multidisciplinary research and education. We offer for studies and research in the historical campus take on the challenges of the future. Our research network with some 13,000 alumni working in more high quality education and encourage young re- areas of Åbo (Turku in Finnish), Vasa (Vaasa) and is recognised for its high standard and constitutes than 65 countries ensure a continued dialogue be- searchers and aspiring professionals to reach their Jakobstad (Pietarsaari). With its 7,000 students, the foundation of all teaching. At our units in Hel- tween theory and practice. full potential. Åbo Akademi University is international, inspiring and unique. Fields of education: Business Doctoral Degree Programmes in Administration; Business and Management; English: The Hanken PhD Programme Imaging; Chemical Engineering; Information Fields of education: Humanities; Economics offers nine different majors: Accounting; Technology Psychology; Educational Sciences; Theology; Commercial Law; Economics; Entrepreneurship Social Sciences; Law; Economics; Health Master’s Degree Programmes in and Management; Finance; Management Sciences; Pharmacy; Natural Sciences; Doctoral Programmes in English: English: Business and Management; and Organisation; Marketing; Supply Chain Engineering and Information Technology Economics; Engineering; Chemical Technology; Corporate Governance; Economics; Finance Management and Social Responsibility Science; Electrical Engineering; Arts, Design and Accounting; General Management; and Architecture Master’s Degree Programmes in Intellectual Property Law English: Peace, Mediation and Conflict www.hanken.fi/en Research; Governance of Digitalization; International Human Rights Law; Biomedical www.abo.fi/en

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Lappeenranta University of Technology Tampere University of Technology

Lappeenranta University of Technology (LUT) was LUT educates difference-makers and we are com- Tampere University of Technology (TUT) con- technology and light-based technologies. TUT founded in 1969. Ever since, LUT has brought to- mitted to renewable energy solutions, a waste-free ducts research in the fields of technology and offers its students an opportunity for a broad, gether technology and business in a pioneering world, and clean water for all. In the disciplines of architecture and provides higher education cross-disciplinary education. Competent Mas- spirit. Green energy and technology and the crea- business and management LUT is committed to based on this research. The university is a ters of Science of Technology and Architecture tion of sustainable competitiveness are the focus sustainable and smart business modules and the sought-after partner for collaborative research as well as Doctors of Technology and Philosophy areas of the university. Our international communi- promotion of new green-collar entrepreneurship to and development projects with business and graduated from TUT are in high demand among ty is comprised of 6,500 students and experts. Our boost growth. industry and a fertile breeding ground for inno- employers. In terms of student numbers, the strength lies in our way of working together across vation and new research- and knowledge-based largest areas of study at TUT are information scientific and departmental boundaries. companies. The University’s research and teach- technology and electrical, mechanical, automa- ing focuses on four areas: the digital operating tion and civil engineering. Fields of education: Engineering; Computer Science; Pervasive Computing environment, energy- and eco-efficiency, health Business and Communications for Sustainable Development (PERCCOM, Erasmus Mundus Master’s Degree Programmes Master’s Programme); Mechatronic System Fields of education: Engineering; Master’s Degree ProgrammeS in in English: Design; Welded Metal Structures; Sustainable Architecture; Economics; Business and English: Architecture; Automation Engineering: Chemical and Process Production in Mechanical Engineering. Administration Engineering; Bioengineering; Electrical Engineering; Chemical Engineering for Water Engineering; Industrial Engineering and Treatment; Computational Engineering and Business: International Marketing Bachelor’s Degree Programme Management; Information Technology; Technical Physics; Electrical Engineering; Management (MIMM); Strategy, Innovation in English: Science and Engineering Materials Engineering; Science and Engineering Energy Systems; Sustainability Science and and Sustainability (MSIS); Strategic Finance Solutions; Global Management of Innovation and Business Analytics (MSF); Supply www.tut.fi/en and Technology (GMIT); Business Analytics; Management (MSM).

www.lut.fi/en

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“Finland is a small but very modern knowledge society”.

Sasha, PhD student from Russia

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University of the Arts Helsinki University of Eastern Finland

The University of the Arts Helsinki comprises tise. With its 2,000 students, the university is The University of Eastern Finland, UEF, is a mul- cial Sciences and Business Studies. The university three academies, the Finnish Academy of Fine an international community that values cour- tidisciplinary research university with an exten- offers instruction in more than 100 major subjects. Arts, the and the Theater age, pluralism, and equality. Artistic activity sive network of foreign partners. With its 15,000 A range of programmes are taught in English, and Academy Helsinki. The university provides the is an integral part of learning at all three acad- students and a staff of 2,800, UEF is one of the the university hosts about 1,500 international stu- highest level of education in the arts in Finland, emies of the University of the Arts Helsinki. Our largest universities in Finland. The university has dents annually. 1,000 of them are degree students. offering Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral de- students have the opportunity to further their campuses in the cities of Joensuu, Kuopio and UEF offers its students an international and lively grees in fine arts, music, theatre and dance. Our expertise in an environment where different Savonlinna. UEF has four faculties: the Philosophi- study environment, as well as state-of-the-art fa- faculty consists of international artists, educa- fields of art can influence each other. cal Faculty, the Faculty of Science and Forestry, the cilities. tors, and researchers with a high level of exper- Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Faculty of So-

Theory, Conducting, Folk Music, Jazz Fields of education: Fine Arts; Drama; Fields of education: Business Studies; Doctoral Programmes in English: Music, Instrumental and Vocal Studies in Dance; Music; Theatre Dentistry; Educational Sciences; Forest Educational Studies; Social and Cultural Classical Music, Music Technology, opera); Sciences; Health Sciences; Humanities; Encounters; Clinical Research; Drug Research; Arts Management; Nordic Master in Global Bachelor’s Degree Programmes: Law; Medicine; Natural Sciences; Pharmacy; Molecular Medicine; Health Sciences; Science, Music (GLOMAS); Choreography; Dance; (possibility to study in English): Fine Psychology; Social Sciences; Theology Technology and Computing; Environmental Dance Pedagogy; Ecology and Contemporary Arts; Music (Classical Music Performance, Physics, Health and Biology; Forests and Performance; Live Art and Performance Composition and Music Theory, Conducting, Master’s Degree Programmes Bioresources; Past, Space and Environment Folk Music, Jazz Music, Music Technology, Studies; Theatre Pedagogy in English: Photonics; Information in Society Doctoral Programme; Doctoral Global Music) Technology; Research Chemists; Wood Business; Law; Social and Cultural Encounters; Doctoral Degree Programmes in Materials Science; Medical Physics; Welfare, Health and Management English: Doctor of Music (Research, Artistic Master’s Degree Programmes in General Toxicology and Environmental Risk and Development Study Programmes); English: (possibility to study in Assessment; Public Health; Biomedicine; Doctoral Studies English:) Fine Arts; Music (Classical Music English Language and Culture; Linguistic Performance, Composition and Music Sciences; Early for www.uniarts.fi/en Intercultural Communication; Learning, teaching and counselling in intercultural context; Border Crossings; Environmental Policy and Law; International Economic Resources and Law; Tourism and Marketing Management; Innovation Management; International Business and Sales Management www.uef.fi/en

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University of Helsinki University of Jyväskylä

The is the leading versatile sector. The university, with 35,000 students and The University of Jyväskylä is one of the largest and winter schools and a wide variety of language research university in Finland continuously ranking almost 5,000 researchers and teachers, operates and most popular multidisciplinary universities courses. in the world’s top 100. The high-quality research on four campuses in Helsinki. Founded in 1640, in Finland. It is an internationally recognized re- carried out by the university creates new knowledge the University of Helsinki wants to strengthen its search university which focuses on human and nat- Jyväskylä is an attractive study destination with for educating diverse specialists in various fields, position among the world’s leading multidiscipli- ural sciences. The university hosts approximately its combination of top-quality education and re- and makes a solid foundation for social decision- nary research universities and to actively promote 15,000 degree students from Finland and from search, modern campus, unique Nordic nature, making and successful operations in the business fair society and the well-being of humanity. 100 countries around the world. Its seven faculties and a wide range of sports and cultural activities. offer nearly 80 major subjects and more than 100 Every fourth resident is a student in this cozy and minor subjects, 17 international master’s degree vibrant city. Fields of education: Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences; Mathematics and programmes, non-degree programmes, summer Forestry; Dentistry; Economics; Educational Statistics; Materials Research; Forest Sciences Sciences; Humanities; Law; Medicine; Natural and Bioeconomy; Microbial Sciences and Sciences; Pharmacy; Psychology; Social Biotechnology; Neuroscience; Contemporary Fields of education: Business and Computational Sciences and Engineering; Sciences; Theology; Veterinary Medicine Societies; Economics; Theoretical Calculation Economics; Education; Health Sciences; Corporate Environmental Management; Methods; Computer Science; Translational Humanities; Information Technology; Cultural Policy; Development and International Master’s Degree Programmes in Medicine; Russian Studies; Environmental Mathematics; Natural Sciences; Psychology; Cooperation; Digital Marketing and Corporate English: Particle Physics and Astrophysical Change and Global Sustainability Social Sciences; Sport Sciences Communication; ; Sciences; Data Science; Digital Linguistics Educational Sciences; Information Systems; Diversity in the Digital Age; Ecology and Doctoral Degree Programmes in Master’s Degree Programmes in Intercultural Communication; International Evolutionary Biology; Food Sciences; Life English: All doctoral programmes at the English: Applied Language Studies for the Business and Entrepreneurship; Nanoscience; Science Informatics; English Studies; University of Helsinki can be carried out in Changing Society; Banking & International Nuclear and Particle Physics; Sport and European and Nordic Studies; Philosophy; English. The University of Helsinki has four Finance; Biological and Environmental Exercise Promotion Genetics and Molecular Biosciences; doctoral schools: The Doctoral School in Science; Biology of Physical Activity; Geology and Geophysics; Global Politics Environmental, Food and Biological Sciences, www.jyu.fi/en and Communication; Human Nutrition and the Doctoral School in Health Sciences, the Food Behaviour; Atmospheric Sciences; Doctoral School in Humanities and Social International Business Law; Plant Biology; Sciences, and the Doctoral School in Natural Urban Studies and Planning; Chemistry and Sciences. The schools offer a total of 32 Molecular Sciences; Intercultural Encounters doctoral programmes. and Diversities; Geography; Agricultural, Environmental and Resource Economics;

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University of Lapland

The , a young, dynamic know-how. We combine Arctic expertise with de- The University of Oulu follows the Scandinavian in Finland with a steadily growing number of inter- institution on the Arctic Circle in the heart of sign, law, social sciences and education, and and European university tradition with an excellent national students and professors. Oulu is a youth- Lapland, is the northernmost university in the our internationally recognized faculties offer reputation in research and teaching, and it’s ranked ful student city with tranquil surroundings and a . Given this location, the univer- master- and doctoral-level studies to interna- among the top international universities in the Scandinavian ambience. Living in Oulu means an sity community engages with issues particularly tional applicants as well as exchange studies world. Its excellence in teaching and research has easy access to both high technology and nature. In salient in the North, such as indigenous peo- from undergraduate to doctoral level up to a full been recognized with the prestigious ECTS Label Oulu, you have the opportunity to live in a safe and ples, tourism, mining, design and education. In academic year. Add to this our excellent student and the AACSB Accreditation. With ten faculties, the active environment. one facet of this commitment, the institution support services and the cosy atmosphere of our University of Oulu is one of the largest universities co-ordinates the University of the Arctic (UArc- modern campus, and you will discover why the tic), a network of some 170 universities and University of Lapland is the perfect choice for Fields of education: Humanities; Doctoral Degree Programmes other organisations in the Circumpolar North. studying in the North. Education; Economics; Natural Sciences; in English: Architecture; Biochemistry Whether you are interested in service design, Medicine; Dentistry; Health Sciences; and Molecular Medicine; Biology; Chemistry; northern wellbeing, or juridical standpoints of Dare to Dream – Find Yourself in Lapland! Engineering and Architecture Communications Engineering; Computer sustainable development, you can count on our Science and Engineering; Dentistry; Master’s Degree Programmes in Educational sciences; Economics and Business English: Architectural Design; Biomedical Administration; Electrical Engineering; Engineering: Biomechanics and Imaging; Geosciences and Mining Technology and Mineral Master’s Degree Programmes in General doctoral programme for more Biomedical Engineering: Signal and Processing; Geography; Health Sciences; English: Arctic Art and Design (Specialisa- field-specific approaches: Image Processing; Computer Science and Humanistic sciences; Industrial Engineering tions: Applied Visual Arts and Service Design); Research can be carried out in Administrative Engineering; Ecology and Population and Management; Information Processing Media Education; TourCIM: Tourism, Culture Science; ; Arctic Doctoral Genetics; Economic Geology; Economics; Science; Mathematical Sciences; Mechanical and International Management Programme Arktis; Art & Design; Education; Education and Globalisation; Environmental Engineering; Medicine; Physics and Astronomy Gender Studies; International Relations; Law; Engineering; Finance; Financial and Process and Environmental Engineering In addition, the University offers a variety Legal Cultures in Transnational World (LeCTra; Management Accounting; International of courses and non-degree programmes Management; Media Education; Political Business Management; Learning, Education and taught in English, such as the Arctic Studies Science; Public Law; Rehabilitation Science; Technology; Marketing; Product Management; Programme. Social Politics; Social Work; SOSNET - Finnish Protein Science and Biotechnology; Software, National University Network for Social Work; Systems and Services Development in Global Doctoral Degree Programmes and Sociology; Tourism Research Environment; Wireless Communications Engineering; Studies in English: www.oulu.fi/university/ Thematic, multidisciplinary doctoral programmes: Culture-Centred Service Design; Communities and Changing Work; Northern Cultures and Natural Resource Politics www.ulapland.fi/en

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University of Tampere

The (UTA) prides itself on host a vibrant community of some 1,100 inter- The University of Turku is an international research Founded as the first university in multifaceted research and education on society national students and staff coming from over 50 university and an active academic community of the country, the University of Turku has a campus and health. UTA, the most popular multidiscipli- countries. Our instructors are also active research- more than 25,000 students and employees. Our in the historical city centre of Turku, close to the nary university in Finland and a top-level centre for ers, which guarantees that students have access aim and ambition is to provide students with a high unique nature and archipelago of Southwest Fin- research, is influential locally, nationally and inter- to the latest scientific developments in their field. standard, multidisciplinary education based on lat- land. Thanks to the outstanding student services nationally. In the 2014 research assessment with The city of Tampere has many times been voted as est research. Our mission is to develop innovative and active student union, you will feel at home involvement of esteemed international experts, the most desired living place in Finland. Tampere problem-solving skills and out-of-the-box thinking. from the very beginning of your stay! several UTA research fields were found to be excel- is a lively and energetic city, with a student popula- The personal study plan can be tailored according lent in international comparison, and the societal tion of almost 40,000. Tampere is also the second to students’ future ambitions – whether in business impact of the research was excellent or outstanding most important economic region in the country or in research. in most fields. and bustling with scientific, industrial and cultural activities. We warmly welcome you as a member of There are over 14,000 students pursuing Bach- UTA’s inspiring and vibrant community! Fields of education: Humanities; Law; Doctoral Degree Programmes in elor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degrees at UTA. We also Social Sciences; Economics; Psychology; English: The University of Turku Graduate EducationalSciences; Natural Sciences; School (UTUGS) promotes systematic, Medicine; Dentistry; Health Sciences efficient and high quality doctoral training in all disciplines of the University. Each Fields of education: Humanities, Social Doctoral Degree Programmes in Master’s Degree Programmes in doctoral candidate has a personal supervisor Sciences, Economics and Administrative English: Biomedicine and Biotechnology; English: Asian Studies; Astronomy and and the progress of the doctoral dissertation Science, Psychology, Educational Sciences, Information and Systems; Information Space Physics; Baltic Sea Region Studies; is followed regularly. The aim is to complete Natural Sciences (incl. Information Sciences), Studies and Interactive Media; Interactive Bioinformatics; Biomedical Imaging; Drug the degree in four years when working full Medicine, Health Sciences, Theatre and Dance Technology; Doctoral Programme of School Discovery and Development; Embedded time. Together with the Doctoral Programmes of Management; Education and Society; Computing; European Heritage; Digital the Graduate School provides training on Master’s Degree Programmes Language Studies; Literary Studies; Media and the Information Society; Food academic topics as well as on transferable in English: Biomedical Technology, Doctoral Programme of School of Medicine; Development; Futures Studies; Global skills and career planning. Most of the Comparative Social Policy and Welfare, Communication, Media and Theatre; Medicine; Innovation Management; Global IT teaching is in English. Computational Big Data Analytics, Cultural Health Sciences; International Doctoral Management; Information Security and Studies, Gender Studies, Global and Programme in Epidemiology; Philosophy; Cryptography; Law and Information Society; Transnational Sociology, Human-Technology History; Psychology and Logopaedics; Learning, Learning Environments and Interaction, Innovative Governance and Social Sciences (Ethnomusicology, Educational Systems; Material Sciences; Public Administration (Nordic Master), Social Anthropology, Social Policy, Social Molecular Biotechnology and Diagnostics; Internet and Game Studies, Leadership for Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Molecular Systems Biology Change, Media Education, Peace, Mediation Gender Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies www.utu.fi/en and Conflict Research, Public and Global Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Gender Health, Public Choice, Software Development, Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies) Teacher Education, Research and Innovation in Higher Education MARIHE (Erasmus Mundus) www.uta.fi/en

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University of Vaasa The is a multidisciplinary, The University of Vaasa occupies one of Finland’s Programmes business-oriented University offering degrees at newest maritime campus areas on the shore of the all academic levels. beautiful archipelago. We offer a modern study en- vironment for our 5,000 students with up-to-date The work of our University builds on internation- computers and technical facilities, easy-to-access at a glance ality and regional interaction. We are a genuinely academic library and self-study rooms. Our Uni- international University: 12% of our students and versity is in the direct vicinity of the city centre 20% of our academic staff come from abroad. We of Vaasa, a bilingual city which provides students & useful welcome 200 exchange students every year and we with a friendly and close to the nature environment offer a number of international Master degree pro- to live in. grammes and other courses in English language. links Our University offers tutoring, excellent support The University of Vaasa has three faculties. The services and diverse activities for international focus of teaching and research is on business students. It is not a coincidence that we have re- studies, administration, technology, and commu- cently won the Award for Excellent International nication. Flexible study opportunities are among Student Satisfaction. the strengths of our academic community. We are a recognised business University – the Faculty of Become a part of our academic community! Study. Business Studies is ranked as an Excellent Busi- Do. Master. ness School and the Master’s Degree Programmes in Finance and International Business are both in- ternationally accredited.

Fields of education: Administrative Management; Industrial Systems Analytics; Sciences; Business Studies; Communication; Strategic Business Development Technology Doctoral Programmes in English: Master’s Programmes in English: Communication and Media Sciences; Communications and Systems Engineering; Economics, Business and Administration; Finance; International Business; Industrial Engineering and Technology

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