Exchange

Arcada University of Applied Sciences

Finland

Arcada is a multilingual university of applied sciences in Helsinki, hosting 2,700 students and 170 staff, offering practice-oriented bachelor's and master's programs in Swedish and English across fields like technology, health, media, and business. Research and teaching are closely linked to working life, and the campus features modern facilities including student housing, a gym, and a student union building.

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About the study location

The campus is situated in the creative district of Arabianranta, close to the sea and just a short distance from Helsinki's city center.

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1 ECTS corresponds to 1 credit at Nord

No tuition fees

Nordplus or Erasmus+

Arcada University of Applied Sciences offers on-campus student housing with over 600 modern apartments. Exchange students can apply for these accommodations, but availability is limited, so early application is recommended. The monthly rent ranges from approximately €470 to €580, including heating, water, and internet.

For autumn semester: 15.03.
For spring semester: 15.09.

Autumn Semester: Late August to mid-December.

Spring Semester: Early January to late May.

English B2 certificaterequired, none for Swedish courses

Internship possibility

About the study location

These study programs offer exchange to Arcada University of Applied Sciences