About the study location
Åbo Akademi University – Vasa campus is located in the city of Vasa, often called the sunniest city in Finland. Vasa is a university city with many institutions of higher education bringing over 13,000 students to the area. The city of Vasa is situated on the west coast of Finland with direct connections to Helsingfors (Helsinki) and Stockholm, Sweden. The region is one of the most innovative in Finland and an important centre for Finland-Swedish culture. The Vasa campus is small and friendly with easy access to services and outdoor activities. The location and university have been very highly rated by international students over the years.
Vasa is a bilingual city – most inhabitants speak Finnish and Swedish well and use both languages in their everyday life. The city also has a lively university feel, with many cultural activities and social outlets for students to participate in.
See available courses
In addition all courses taught in Swedish are available for students at Nord University.
1 ECTS corresponds to 1 credit at Nord
In addition all courses taught in Swedish are available for students at Nord University.
1 ECTS corresponds to 1 credit at Nord
The partner offers student housing. Read more here: Housing and living | Åbo Akademi University
For autumn semester: 30.04.
For spring semester: 15.10.
For spring semester: 15.10.
Autumn semester: August until December
Spring semester: January until May
English B2 recommended
Exchange students with non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationalities need a residence permit before entering Finland. More information about immigration can be found here: Studying in Finland - Finnish Immigration Service
Exchange students with EU/EEA nationalities must bring EHIC card
More information about health insurance can be found here: Information Sheet - Åbo Akademi