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Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

Kajaani, Finland Founded 1992

Overview

English Name: Kajaani University of Applied Sciences
Acronyms: KUAS
Founded: 1992
Control Type: Public
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Founded in 1992, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences is a public university based in Kajaani, Finland. The institution operates as a higher-education provider, providing higher-education access in Finland.

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences's academic profile spans multiple qualification levels, organised across multiple faculties. The institution maintains a small set of programmes for enrolled students.

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences's student body of 2,200 students engages with academic programmes across faculties. Academic staff support teaching and research activities, with institutional life situated in its campus environment.

Location & Contact

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences's contact information and physical address — the basics you'll want before applying or visiting. Bookmark this page as a single reference point during the application cycle.

Address: PO Box 52 Ketunpolku 3
Postal Code: 87101
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Academic Details

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences at the institutional level: enrolment, staffing, and accreditation summary. Accreditation has expiry and renewal cycles worth checking on the awarding body site for currency.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education and Culture
Total Students: 2,200

Degrees

Below: every degree level Kajaani University of Applied Sciences offers. Doctoral funding varies — some are fully funded studentships, others self-funded with no stipend; the difference materially affects access.

Other 12 programs
  • Business Administration
  • Business Computing
  • Construction Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Health Administration
  • Information Technology
  • Leisure Studies
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Nursing
  • Sports Management
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Tourism

Faculties & Divisions

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences's academic units and the subject areas each covers are listed below. Use this view to locate the faculty handling your subject — admissions and scholarship contact points often sit at the faculty level.

Business (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Engineering (School) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Construction Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Production Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Health (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Sciences
Information Systems (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Information Technology
Sports (School) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Leisure Studies
  • Nursing
  • Sports
  • Sports Management
Tourism (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Tourism

Common Career Paths

  • Tour Operator
  • Hospitality Manager
  • Travel Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

Look through Kajaani University of Applied Sciences's programmes by level or filter for keywords. Programme-level scholarships exist alongside institution-wide ones; the programme page typically lists them.

Bachelor's Degree

20 programmes

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences delivers 20 programmes at bachelor's level, the qualifications school-leavers most commonly apply to as their first step into higher education.

Liikunnanohjaaja (AMK) Applied Professions & Services 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Liikuntateknologian koulutuspolku urheilijoille ja valmentajille, insinööri (AMK) tai tradenomi (AMK) ja liikuntatieteiden maisteri (LitM) Engineering & Technology 360 credits
Credits: 360 credits
Liikuntateknologian koulutuspolku urheilijoille ja valmentajille, liikunnanohjaaja (AMK) ja liikuntatieteiden maisteri (LitM) Applied Professions & Services 330 credits
Credits: 330 credits
Insinööri (AMK), rakennustekniikka ja yhdyskuntatekniikka Engineering & Technology 240 credits
Credits: 240 credits
Terveydenhoitaja (AMK) Medicine & Health 240 credits
Credits: 240 credits
Tradenomi (AMK), liiketalous Business & Management 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Tradenomi (AMK), tietojenkäsittely Computer Science & IT 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Business & Management 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Information Technology Computer Science & IT 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Management Insinööri (AMK), konetekniikka Engineering & Technology 240 credits
Credits: 240 credits
Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology Insinööri (AMK), tieto- ja viestintätekniikka Computer Science & IT 240 credits
Credits: 240 credits
Bachelor of Health Care, Paramedics Ensihoitaja (AMK) Medicine & Health 240 credits
Credits: 240 credits
Bachelor of Health Care, Registered Nurse Sairaanhoitaja (AMK) Medicine & Health 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Hospitality and Catering Restonomi (AMK), majoitus- ja ravitsemisala Applied Professions & Services 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Tourism and Hospitality Restonomi (AMK), matkailu Applied Professions & Services 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Tourism, Hospitality, and Events industries Restonomi (AMK), matkailu-, ravitsemis- ja tapahtumapalveluala Applied Professions & Services 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Social Services, Social Services Sosionomi (AMK), sosiaaliala Applied Professions & Services 210 credits
Credits: 210 credits
Bachelor of Esports Business, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK Business & Management 3 years 210 credits English
Bachelor's Degree in Esports BusinessThe objective of the Bachelor’s Degree in Esports Business is to provide students with high-quality, practical yet academically comprehensive education in the field of esports. The degree emphasizes the development of business and operational skills specifically required in the fast-paced and constantly evolving esports industry, with a strong focus on business landscape, event management, and marketing. As a business degree, the program equips students not only to thrive within the dynamic esports ecosystem but also to build a strong foundation for careers in global business.Students’ professional competence will be built upon a multidisciplinary knowledge base that includes esports ecosystems, business strategy, media production, and team leadership and coaching. In addition to theoretical understanding, students will develop practical and interpersonal skills essential for working in diverse teams, organizations, and international networks. The education prepares students to work in esports organizations, gaming and media companies, event production agencies, or digital marketing firms to name a few. They will also possess the entrepreneurial know-how to establish and manage their own esports-related ventures. The studies consist of basic studies, professional studies, free choice studies as well as bachelor's thesis that provide a comprehensive foundation in both business and esports. A key component of the studies is a 30 ECTS practical training, which provides students with valuable hands-on experience in real-world business or esports environments.Part of the studies can also be completed abroad, offering students valuable international experience in the global esports landscape. The studies are offered fully in English.
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 210 credits
International tuition: 10,000 EUR/year
Bachelor of Sports Studies, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK Applied Professions & Services 3 years 210 credits English
The objective of the Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Coaching and Business Management is to provide both Finnish and international students with a high quality, practical yet academic training in the field of sports. The degree emphasises the development of sports and exercise skills and competence particularly required in health-promoting physical exercise, leadership and management. Students’ professional competence will be built upon a multidisciplinary knowledge base, as well as practical and interpersonal skills. They will also be able to operate within different kinds of working groups and networks. Graduates find employment in sports and leisure organisations, associations or private sports and wellness businesses. They will also possess the know-how to run their own sports and leisure enterprises. Upon completion of the required 210 credits within three and a half years, graduates are awarded a Bachelor of Sports Studies and are entitled to use the professional title of Sports Instructor.The studies consist of basic studies, professional studies and free choice studies. An essential part of the studies are also two periods of practical training and a bachelor’s thesis. Part of the studies can be completed abroad.
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 210 credits
International tuition: 10,000 EUR/year
Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Tourism, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK Applied Professions & Services 3 years 210 credits English
The Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism at KAMK provides you with an understanding of sustainable and responsible tourism and enhances your business competence to succeed in working in the international tourism industry. The degree blends theory with practice to provide our graduates with the necessary skills to manage quality tourist experiences and to develop and manage tourism businesses with an entrepreneurial attitude.Tourism services consist of many different components, such as accommodation, catering, program and transport services, as well as event, conference and congress services. You will study to obtain comprehensive customer-oriented product development and marketing competence as well as the knowledge and skills to successfully manage and develop tourism businesses. An important part of the studies are projects, practical training and thesis that are done in collaboration with the working life, providing you with the networks and skills for employment after graduation.
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 210 credits
International tuition: 8,000 EUR/year

Master's Degree

17 programmes

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences lists 17 programmes awarding a master's — the tier where graduates build the specialist credentials many senior and technical roles now expect.

Sosiaali- ja terveysalan (ylempi AMK), Sosiaali- ja terveysalan kehittäminen ja johtaminen, verkkokoulutus, KAMK Medicine & Health 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Insinööri (ylempi AMK), Data-analytiikka ja johtaminen, verkkototeutus, KAMK Engineering & Technology 60 credits
Credits: 60 credits
Insinööri (ylempi AMK), Energiamurroksen johtaminen, verkkototeutus Engineering & Technology 60 credits
Credits: 60 credits
Insinööri (ylempi AMK), Teknologiaosaamisen johtaminen, verkkototeutus, KAMK Engineering & Technology 60 credits
Credits: 60 credits
Liikunnanohjaaja (ylempi AMK),Tiedolla johtaminen liikunta-alan kehittämisessä, KAMK Applied Professions & Services 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Restonomi (ylempi AMK), Matkailualan kehittäminen ja johtaminen, KAMK Applied Professions & Services 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Sosiaali- ja terveysalan (ylempi AMK), Kliininen asiantuntija, Palliatiivinen hoitotyö, pääsääntöisesti verkkokoulutus, KAMK Medicine & Health 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Sosiaali- ja terveysalan (ylempi AMK), Tiedolla johtaminen sosiaali- ja terveysalan kehittämisessä, verkkokoulutus, KAMK Medicine & Health 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Tradenomi (ylempi AMK), talous, hallinto ja markkinointi Business & Management 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Tradenomi (ylempi AMK), Tiedolla johtaminen ja kehittäminen, verkkokoulutus, KAMK Business & Management 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Tradenomi (ylempi AMK), Tietojenkäsittely, Tietotyön johtaminen, KAMK Computer Science & IT 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Tradenomi (ylempi AMK), Vastuullinen liiketoiminnan kehittäminen ja johtaminen, KAMK Business & Management 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Master of Hospitality Management, Master's Degree in Tourism Business Management (full-time), KAMK Applied Professions & Services 90 credits
Credits: 90 credits
Master of Engineering, Game Business Management (part-time), Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK Engineering & Technology 2 years 60 credits English
Game Business Management education is specially designed to respond needs and challenges of Game Development Industry. Become familiar with most important topics related to game development management. This, completely new, English-taught, Master’s Degree, is suitable for you, who:want to advance your career into more demanding positionswant to shift your career into game development industrywant to study part-time, fully online, possibly beside your workhave engineering backgroundwant to be part of network with like-minded professionals in the field of game developmentThe studies focus on topics such as management and leadership skills, international game business and game development project management. They include versatile business development methods as well as future oriented perspectives on emerging technologies and intelligent solutions. The curriculum is based on the national competence framework (NQF). The competences are learning skills, ethical, work community, innovation, and internationalization competence.The aim of the Master´s Degree in Game Business Management at KAMK is to educate experts and managers for game development companies and other organizations. The general objective of the degree is to provide management competencies and a deeper understanding of different aspects of business in the fast changing global environment. The studies support personal growth for challenging management and R&D tasks. Furthermore, it brings transferable life-long learning skills and an opportunity to expand professional networks.
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 60 credits
International tuition: 12,000 EUR/year
Master of Business Administration, Master's Degree in Global Business Management, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK Business & Management 2 years 90 credits English
Do you want to develop your skills in global business management? Do you work for a company / organization that is seeking growth and planning to internationalize? Do you want to grab this unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of different aspects of business in the global operating environment?The Master´s Degree in Global Business Management at Kajaani University of Applied Sciences will help you on your journey towards achieving a management position, developing a strong professional net­work, or even starting your own business. The English-taught Master's Degree at Kajaani University of Applied Sciences is a multidisciplinary program that welcomes applicants with the minimum of a Bachelor's (first cycle) degree qualification.The degree’s learning objectives and contents focus on strategic management and innovation in global business, research and development methods, and the use of new technologies in business.Kajaani University of Applied Sciences has been among the top-ranked universities of applied sciences for high-quality education and student guidance in Finland for many years. KAMK owes its success to the people involved in its operation. Its members of staff possess a positive, innovative, and open-minded attitude to their work and the continuous development of their working community. As a result, the Master´s degree opens many doors for its graduates.The Master´s Degree in Global Business Management includes full-time studies (on campus and hybrid) for 2 years. The program comprises a total of 90 ECTS: course work accounts for 60 ECTS and the remaining 30 ECTS are for the graduate thesis. The 60 ECTS of course work includes 12 indi­vidual courses of 5 ECTS each. The courses are designed to provide students with the information they will need to succeed as high-level business lead­ers in today’s modern business environment.After completing all the required course work, stu­dents will be provided with an advisor to help them plan and prepare the master’s thesis.Students interested in applying for the program should submit their applications directly to the university within the allotted application period and they must ensure that they meet the admission re­quirements. Students should possess a Bachelor’s degree (first-cycle degree) or a similarly appropriate higher education degree that includes a minimum of 20 ECTS in business studies, a minimum of 24 months of work experience in the field of busi­ness, and sufficient English language skills to complete the program.
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 90 credits
International tuition: 12,000 EUR/year
Master of Business Administration, International Business Management (part-time, online) Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK Business & Management 2 years 90 credits English
The studies focus on topics such as management and leadership skills, business ethics and corporate social responsibility, megatrends and business conceptualization, development methods, and business design. It is aimed at staff of growth and internationalisation oriented organisations, or organisations that already engage in international operations or at persons seeking employment in such organisations. The degree’s learning objectives and contents focus on strategic management, research and development methods, global economic issues in international business, and the use of new technologies in business. The curriculum is based on the national competence framework (NQF). The competences are learning to learn, ethics, internationality and multiculturalism, operating in a workplace, sustainable development, and proactive development. Master graduates should possess comprehensive and specialized expertise relevant to their field, including concepts, methods, and knowledge used as the foundation for independent thinking and/or research. The aim of the Master´s Degree in International Business at KAMK is to educate experts and managers for companies and other organizations. The general objective of the degree is to provide management competencies and a deeper understanding of different aspects of business in the fast changing global environment. The studies support personal growth for challenging management and R&D tasks. Furthermore, it brings transferable life-long learning skills and an opportunity to expand professional networks.
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 90 credits
International tuition: 12,000 EUR/year
Master of Business Administration, Game Business Management (part-time), Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, KAMK Computer Science & IT 2 years 90 credits English
Game Business Management education is specially designed to respond needs and challenges of Game Development Industry. Become familiar with most important topics related to game development management. This, completely new, English-taught, Master’s Degree, is suitable for you, who:want to advance your career into more demanding positionswant to shift your career into game development industrywant to study part-time, fully online, possibly beside your workwant to be part of network with like-minded professionals in the field of game developmentThe studies focus on topics such as management and leadership skills, international game business and game development project management.. They include versatile business development methods as well as future oriented perspectives on emerging technologies and intelligent solutions. The curriculum is based on the national competence framework (NQF). The competences are learning skills, ethical, work community, innovation, and internationalization competence.The aim of the Master´s Degree in Game Business Management at KAMK is to educate experts and managers for game development companies and other organizations. The general objective of the degree is to provide management competencies and a deeper understanding of different aspects of game business in the fast changing global environment. The studies support personal growth for challenging management and R&D tasks. Furthermore, it brings transferable life-long learning skills and an opportunity to expand professional networks.
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 90 credits
International tuition: 12,000 EUR/year

How to apply to Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

Application guidance for Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Kajaani University of Applied Sciences offers 37 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Each programme at Kajaani University of Applied Sciences has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Apply directly via Kajaani University of Applied Sciences's online portal at www.kamk.fi. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Reach the institution by email at [email protected]. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

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When was Kajaani University of Applied Sciences founded?

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences was established in 1992 (approximately 34 years ago).

In which city is Kajaani University of Applied Sciences?

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences is based in Kajaani, Finland.

Is Kajaani University of Applied Sciences a public or private institution?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How many students study at Kajaani University of Applied Sciences?

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences has approximately 2,200 students.

Who recognises Kajaani University of Applied Sciences?

The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Education and Culture.

What is Kajaani University of Applied Sciences's official website?

The institution's website is www.kamk.fi.

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