International Student Ambassadors
Meet Arcada's international student ambassadors! In this blog our student ambassadors share their study life at Arcada and insights from studying in Finland.
Arcada – A Truly International Experience in Helsinki
Did you know that Arcada University of Applied Sciences (UAS) is the most international UAS in relation to its size in Finland? In fact, there are more than 60 nationalities represented on our campus in Arabianranta. We checked in with two international Arcada students who shared their experiences from living in Finland and studying at the UAS. They are Do Pham Hoang Oanh from Vietnam, a freshman in the International…
Why I Chose Finland as My Study Destination (and Would Do It All Over Again)
The happiest country in the world, high-quality education and beautiful nature – what is not to like? Arcada students Hanna and Maksim chose Finland as their study destination and today, on the Finnish Independence Day, they share their thoughts on why they would make the same choice all over again. Hanna Muller, Mechanical and Sustainable Engineering student from Australia: The first reason I chose Finland as my study destination is…
Two Things You Should Know About Studying in Finland and at Arcada
Hello there! I’m Jordi, a Materials Processing Technology (now Mechanical and Sustainability Engineering) student at Arcada University of Applied Sciences (UAS). Most likely you are, as I was back in the day, a bit hesitant on whether enrolling in Arcada to pursue your engineering career is a good choice or not. Short answer: YES, it definitely is, but let’s dig deeper into that answer since there are different things you…
My Master’s Journey
Early in 2017 after a long study break having completed my bachelor studies 21 years earlier in 1998 in the UK, I felt that it was time to continue my studies. I looked at what was on offer and I found Arcada offered a master’s course that ignited an interest in me. After applying and going to the entrance exams I was delighted to be offered a study place starting…
A Day in the Life of an International Business Student
Hi there! My name is Nessrine and I am a second year International Business (IB) student majoring in marketing here at Arcada University of Applied Sciences (UAS). I thought it would be fun if I let you in on what a day in my life as a student looks like! International Business student Nessrine. I started my day by getting up earlier than usual because I needed to borrow a…