Overview

The students of the Nursing course from Lapland University of Applied Sciences receive good theoretical and practical skills in nursing, nursing science and nursing research so as to be able to contribute to the development of nursing. You will learn distance learning and digital services as part of nursing profession. In the learning process the student formulates links between practical experience and theoretical concepts. These links require the integration of theory and practice and that is facilitated by reflection on practice.

The clinical practice can be done in Finland or partly abroad. Studying in international programme you have excellent opportunity to have an education which is highly valued. You study 15 credits Finnish language while Finnish speaking students study English and Swedish language. Finnish language is used in practical training which is carried out in Finnish speaking organisations during the studies. Employment possibilities are excellent in Finland for registered nurses.

What do you benefit from studying in English?

Studying in English improves your language skills which is a valued skill in working life. You benefit from studying in English:

Good language skills are highly valued by the working life

You learn to work in multicultural teams

You will start creating your international professional networks already during your studies

You will improve your language skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Decision Making Process in Clinical Nursing
Clinical Competence in Medical and Surgical Nursing
Guided practice in transforming health care environments
Health Promotion in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Nursing
Guided Practice in Medical Nursing and Internal Medicine
Guided Practice in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Nursing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-22 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Credits

210 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kemi, Finland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s level studies are provided by both universities and universities of applied sciences (UAS). You can apply for most of the bachelor’s level studies conducted in English in joint application to higher education.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

9500 EUR / year

≈ 9500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Kemi

Finland

700 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

1st year students: 20% Early Bird scholarship (€1,900) if they accept the study place, register and pay 80% of annual tuition (€7,600) within two weeks of acceptance.

3rd year students: €4,750 scholarship based on Finnish assessment test (YKI) and study progress with at least 120 credits completed and level 2 or 3 language proficiency.

4th year students: €1,500 (210 credits) or €3,000 (240 credits) scholarship based on YKI and study progress with at least 180 credits completed and level 3 language proficiency.

Discretionary scholarships: For non-EU/EEA students with separate application, covering 50% of annual tuition (provided retroactively) if they complete all studies, except the thesis, within the target time.

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Overview

What do you benefit from studying in English?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Kemi

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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