Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences
An Enjoyable Centre for Active Learning
Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences was established in August 1992. Currently there are about 2500 students and a staff of approximately 230. The Bachelor’s degree programmes are designed to meet the changing requirements and development needs of the world of work, having a pronounced professional emphasis, and qualifying graduates for various expert duties.
1. Profile
The most important task of Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences is to train entrepreneurially spirited, highly skilled people, who understand the conditions and possibilities of the North.
2. Research
The competence strategy of Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences is based on four fields of expertise; Industry, Human welfare, Culture and Experiments, Trade and Entrepreneurship.
3. Academic education and international activities
Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences provides education for young people and adults leading to bachelor’s and master’s degrees. The guiding principles of the University of Applied Sciences’ Curriculum are internationalization, multidisciplinary studies, professional skills and placement of studies in working life. The University is made up of six education units which specialise in different fields of studies: Business and Administration, Business and Data Processing, Cultural and Media Arts, Health Care, Social Services and Engineering Technology.
There are 13 different degree programmes. Five of them are international programmes, in which the language of instruction is English. We are actively involved in international activities like student- and teacher exchanges among partner institutions in Europe, Russia, China and Canada.
For more information on international programmes offered at the Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences and how to apply visit www.tokem.fi/english.