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Centria University of Applied Sciences
Description
Centria University of Applied Sciences is a university in Finland that offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a variety of fields, including business, engineering, and healthcare. The university has three campuses located in the cities of Kokkola, Pietarsaari, and Ylivieska.
Centria University of Applied Sciences is a popular choice for international students, thanks to its strong focus on practical skills and its relatively low tuition fees. The university also has a strong alumni network that can help graduates find jobs after graduation.
Here are some of the benefits of studying at Centria University of Applied Sciences:
- Focus on practical skills: Centria’s programs are designed to give students the skills they need to succeed in the workplace. The university has strong partnerships with businesses and industry leaders, which means that students have plenty of opportunities to gain practical experience through internships and other placements.
- Relatively low tuition fees: Compared to universities in many other countries, Centria’s tuition fees are relatively low. This makes it a good option for students who are looking for an affordable education abroad.
- Strong alumni network: Centria has a strong alumni network that can help graduates find jobs after graduation. The university’s alumni network includes professionals working in a variety of industries around the world.
- Beautiful location: Centria’s campuses are located in beautiful Finnish towns. Kokkola and Pietarsaari are both located on the coast of the Gulf of Bothnia, while Ylivieska is located in inland Finland. All three towns offer a variety of outdoor activities and cultural attractions.
Student Life
Centria University of Applied Sciences has operations in the three towns of Kokkola, Ylivieska, and Pietarsaari. This region is not only characterized by the old towns, the sea with its archipelago, and vivid bilingualism, but also by the long river valleys, traditional country life, and bustling local cultures. Kokkola, a pleasant town of 47,000 inhabitants, has ample opportunities for leisure and outdoor activities all year round. When it comes to sports and leisure activities in Kokkola, there are many things you can do. Besides music, art, and theater, you can do almost any sport, from ice hockey to football and from floorball to lacrosse. The Swimming Centre VesiVeijari offers spa-standard facilities for swimmers. From Lohtaja in Kokkola you can find the longest sand beach in the Nordic Countries and good winds for kitesurfers. Nature is presently offering good opportunities for e.g. fishing and paddling. There are many gyms in town and some of them offer nice student discounts. The Student Union of Centria University of Applied Sciences (COPSA) exists to promote the interests of students. COPSA also recruits and trains student tutors, organizes sport turns for students, and organizes all kinds of events and sports tournaments. COPSA consists of student actives and two full-time employees. A student can become a member of the student union by ordering a student card. Exchange students can also order a Finnish student card (without a payment option) here. With the student card, the student is, among other things, entitled to all the student discounts in Finland. The main office of COPSA is located at the campus at Talonpojankatu campus, Kokkola.
Housing
Students should book accommodation for themselves in the town where they will study. The accommodation is not organized by the university but by a local housing agency. Students can decide to apply for shared accommodation through local agencies or look for housing from private sources. Rent usually varies from 200 to 300€ / month in the shared apartments offered by the student housing agencies.
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