Health Care, Nursing
Nursing studies combine clinical skills and theoretical knowledge
After graduating as a nurse, you have strong practical skills in nursing and you are able to plan, implement, evaluate and develop the nursing work of patients and clients of different ages.
The studies provide you with good theoretical and practical skills. You will also learn how to use technology in nursing.
You work as a nursing expert by giving guidance, treating and rehabilitating people with different illnesses and other problems. As a nurse, you must always be able to justify your own actions. Nursing requires the adaptation of nursing science and multiprofessional knowledge and implementing that information in practical situations.
Our goal is to develop your Finnish language to skill level B2-C1. During these studies you can start learning Finnish from the basics or continue from your own starting level. You will study Finnish on our courses, in clinical practice and in peer groups. After graduation, you will be able to work smoothly and patient-safely in the Finnish-speaking nursing environment. You will get to know Finnish culture and society and will be able to act as its full member both at work and in your free time.
Implementation of studies
The studies are conducted in Kotka, Savonlinna or Mikkeli, depending on which campus you study at.
The teaching method is full-time studies and the study days are mainly from Monday to Friday.
Duration of studies is approximately 3.5 years. Studying is pragmatic and the teaching methods are versatile.
Requirements on health and functional capacity
The so-called SORA legislation applies to education leading to a UAS degree in the fields of social services and health care, humanities and education, sports and exercise and seafaring. These fields have requirements concerning the safety of minors, patient and client safety or traffic safety which restrict student admission. In these fields, it is required that health and functional capacity of approved applicants are such that they are able to take part in the practical assignments or training relating to studies.
Familiarize yourself with the field-specific requirements on health and functional capacity on UASinfo website before submitting your application.
- Transcript of Records – If you have not yet completed Secondary School, you must upload a transcript showing your current grades. You can find the transcript template here.
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate – If you have already completed Secondary School, you do not need to upload a separate transcript. Simply upload your Secondary School Leaving Certificate to the application.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending on your nationality and the country where you completed your previous education.
Note:
- Motivation Letter – A motivation letter is not a required document when applying to the programmes at this university.
- Recommended grade average: At least 7.
You may not need to take IELTS or TOEFL. University usually allow you to prove your English proficiency in one of the following ways:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- A national English examination listed on your secondary school leaving certificate
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme, your secondary school qualification and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Immediately after graduation, the employment rate is almost 100%.
As a registered nurse, you can work in a variety of social and health care organizations. There are employment opportunities both at home and abroad.
You can work for example in a hospital ward, outpatient clinics, operating theatres, various rehabilitation and nursing homes, or health care clinics. You can also become employed in planning/coordinating positions, or as an entrepreneur.
Only a graduated, licensed professional can work as a registered nurse. After completing your studies, you will apply for the license from the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health.
