Oulu Educational and Technical Visits Program
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OULU EDUCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL VISITS PROGRAM 1 OULU Oulu is Northern Finland’s largest city, with easygoing inhabitants and a vibrand cultural life. Oulu is so close to the nature that you might even spot an elk in a park some evening. In addition to the green zones and urban atmosphere, you will enjoy its Arctic magic: the Northern Lights in the winter and a summertime sun that never sets. KALAJOKI Kalajoki is known for its long beach, which is ideal for lying in the sun, relaxing and doing water sports. In summer, the sun shines almost OULU around the clock. In winter, the snow-covered dunes and sea are a startling sight. Kalajoki Sand Dunes is a compact holiday resort fering a wide range of services and activities for the whole family throughout FINLAND the year. visitkalajoki.fi HELSINKI LIMINKA STOCKHOLM Liminka, the most rapidly growing municipality in Finland, is a dream come true for nature lovers. More than 160 bird species nest in the area in the spring, and you can spot thousands of birds in the sky during the spring and autumn migrations. You can even go birdwatching on a fatbike, as Liminka has one of northern Finland’s best mountain biking networks. Along with a hotel, coffee shop and nature exhibition, the Liminka Bay Visitor Centre offers an extensive range of program services. visitliminka.fi ROKUA GEOPARK Rokua Geopark, the Finnish Outdoor Destination of the Year 2018, is an amazing nature experience. Its landscapes were shaped during the Ice Age. Here you will feel connected with the nature. You can explore the area by going hiking, fishing or mountain biking. Rokua is the world’s northernmost UNESCO Global Geopark. rokuageopark.fi SYÖTE The Syöte fell centre consists of two ski resorts and a national park. The snowy fell scenery is perfect for outdoor activities such as downhill skiing, as long as you remember to sip something warm every now and then! Here you can also experience Finland’s longest snow park or a freeride slope. Kids will enjoy dedicated slopes and Snow World. You can go hiking and mountain biking throughout the year and take a reindeer or husky safari in winter. syote.fi From this manual you can also see other educational visits suppliers, our technical visits and also our region service providers. This manual, Oulu Educational and Technical Visits, has been compiled by Business Oulu as part of the Attractive Oulu Region 2020 project. This manual includes products and services from Oulu region: City of Oulu, Syöte, Rokua Geopark, Kalajoki and Liminka. Further information Particular visit or program: Please contact the service provider directly. SYÖTE General information and price list for tour operators Please contact: OULU LIMINKA ROKUA GEOPARK SARI KASVI JOHANNA SALMELA KALAJOKI Project Manager/Business Oulu Project Manager / VisitOulu [email protected] [email protected] +358 40 724 9419 +358 40 826 2345 Download this manual: www.businessoulu.com/tech-edu-visits More information about travel destination Oulu Region: www.visitoulu.fi/en 2 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE, ARCTIC ADVENTURES OULU REGION - FINLAND’S LEADING DESTINATION FOR EDUCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL VISITS Oulu - also called the capital of Northern Scandinavia - is the Arctic Experiences fastest growing city in Arctic Europe. It is a cool commercial, logistic Located near the Arctic Circle, Oulu region is one of Finland’s and cultural hub in the middle of a large market area between most enjoyable areas to visit. Here unique nature environment Sweden, Norway and Russia. Oulu is very easy to access from any part and Northern hospitality are combined with arctic experiences of the world – numerous daily flights and just an hour’s flight from like floating in the frozen sea and observing the dancing Northern Helsinki and Stockholm make Oulu Finland’s 2nd busiest airport. Lights. Oulu region offers a relaxed atmosphere to network and do Besides the city Oulu region includes also Kalajoki, Finland’s most international business also to business travelers. popular holiday resort; Rokua, the world’s northernmost UNESCO Global Geopark; Syöte, the southernmost fell area in Finland and In this manual you can find our inspiring products and programs Liminka, one of the leading birding spots in all of Europe. of educational and technical visits – whether the target group is students or professionals, groups or individuals. We are looking Leading Region of Education forward to collaborating with you and welcoming you to experience In Oulu region you can explore and experience the world-famous an exciting, deeper look behind our world-class scenes. Finnish education system that is frequently proven by, for example, the OECD Pisa assessment. Oulu is not only the most popular student Warmly welcome to the cool North, Finland’s leading destination city in Northern Finland but also the centre and innovative forerunner for educational and technical visits. of new teaching philosophies. In Oulu region you can experience many practical examples of phenomenon-based learning as well as those of lifelong learning. Interaction with our local students is very inspiring as their English skills are at very high level. Driven by Innovation Oulu has the leading edge on research in key ICT-based industries, such as health technology, printed intelligence, and cleantech. Oulu is also the home of 5G, 6G and the Internet of Things: the local JUHA ALA-MURSULA PÄIVI PENTTILÄ Nokia factory builds base stations for the future, and a revolutionary Director, BusinessOulu Managing Director, Visit Oulu 5G hospital is being designed and built in Oulu. As far as creative [email protected] [email protected] industries go, also the game scene is booming in Oulu. www.businessoulu.com www.visitoulu.fi/en/ 3 CONTENTS OULU REGION - FINLAND’S LEADING DESTINATION 3 TECHNICAL VISITS ........................................................ 76 FOR EDUCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL VISITS ................ 1 BusinessOulu ..........................................................................................................................77 1 EDUCATIONAL VISITS IN THE CITY OF OULU ............ 4 NOKIA ............................................................................................................................................79 1.1 OULU SCHOOL VISITS AND PROGRAMS .......................................................5 PrintoCent ..................................................................................................................................80 Educational and Cultural Services, City of Oulu .......................................5 Finnish Institute of Occupation Health, TTL ..................................................81 Oulu University Teacher Training School ........................................................6 Ludocraft ....................................................................................................................................82 Oulu Vocational College and OSAO Edu Oy ..................................................7 Verkotan .....................................................................................................................................83 Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oamk) ................................................12 Turvapuisto Pohjois-Suomi .........................................................................................84 University of Oulu ..............................................................................................................14 Oulun palvelusäätiö .........................................................................................................85 Oulu-opisto / Community college of the City of Oulu .........................15 Oulu City Library..................................................................................................................86 Code School Finland .........................................................................................................15 Oulu University Teacher Training School ........................................................88 1.2 OULU EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES ............................16 Oulu City Tourist Information Office ...................................................................89 Valve Film School for Children .................................................................................16 De Gamlas Hem Hotel & Restaurant ...................................................................90 Oulu Comics Center ...........................................................................................................17 Kalajoki Booking Centre ...............................................................................................92 Science Centre Tietomaa ...............................................................................................18 Town of Pudasjärvi ...........................................................................................................94 Fab Lab Oulu ..........................................................................................................................20 Hohot Consulting Oy ........................................................................................................96 Finpeda Ltd. .............................................................................................................................22 4 PRODUCT COORDINATORS AND DMCs ...................... 98 Ros Cooper ...............................................................................................................................24