Central Ostrobothnia University of Applied Sciences

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Located in Kokkola, Finland, Central Ostrobothnia University of Applied Sciences (operating as Centria University of Applied Sciences) is best known for its practical, industry-focused approach to higher education and strong ties to the regional business community. Its strongest faculties include engineering, business management, and health and social care, with several bachelor's and master's degree programs taught entirely in English to attract a global cohort. The international student experience is supported by a dedicated international office that assists with integration, housing, and orientation upon arrival. A distinctive characteristic of Centria is its active involvement in regional research and development projects, which gives students unique opportunities to collaborate directly with local enterprises and apply their classroom learning to real-world innovations before graduation.

Background

Centria University of Applied Sciences (former name Central Ostrobothnia University of Applied Sciences) (Finnish: Centria-ammattikorkeakoulu) is a university of applied sciences (UAS) in Finland. The name Centria University of Applied Sciences is derived from Central Ostrobothnia University of Applied Sciences and officially used from the start of autumn semester 2012. The UAS has three campuses: Kokkola, Jakobstad and Ylivieska. Centria offers higher education in five fields: engineering, business, social and health care, humanities and culture. Bachelor's degree programmes in English are offered in the fields of engineering, business and health care. Master's degree programmes are offered in the fields of engineering and business. One in five of Centria's 4 200 degree students comes from outside Finland.

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