Diaconia University of Applied Sciences

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Located in Helsinki, Finland, Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Diak) is best known for its specialized focus on social work, health care, diaconia, and interpretive studies. Its strongest programs center on social services and nursing, blending rigorous professional training with a strong ethical and community-oriented foundation. While the primary language of instruction for many degree programs is Finnish, Diak offers dedicated English-taught bachelor’s programs, particularly in social services, alongside various international exchange opportunities. The international student experience is supported by a dedicated international office that provides comprehensive orientation, integration assistance, and peer tutoring to help students adjust to life in Finland. A distinctive characteristic of Diak is its unique integration of professional higher education with values-based social and diaconal work, preparing graduates to address complex societal and humanitarian challenges globally.

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Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Finnish: Diakonia-ammattikorkeakoulu, Diak) is a university of applied sciences (a polytechnic or higher vocational institute offering tertiary level education) in Finland. It is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland. Its campuses are located in Helsinki, Oulu, Pori, Pieksämäki and Turku.

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