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About JAMK

JAMK University of Applied Sciences is an international higher education institution with expertise in 8 different fields of study.

Quality

At JAMK quality management is seen as an essential tool for developing all its operations. Quality management is also a shared issue: it is jointly implemented by the staff, students, customers and partners. Moreover, it is considered important that the quality of JAMK's activities and achievements are visible both to the academic community itself and its external stakeholders.

International

Become international with us! Make use of our extensive international partnership network and expertise to enhance your competitiveness

Job Opportunities

JAMK is a multidisciplinary, internationally oriented employer. We operate at the heart of a dynamic economic area and employ over 700 people.

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The School of Business

The School of Health and Social Studies

The School of Technology

Teacher Education College

JAMK Administration

Main campus: Rajakatu
Lutakko campus
Institute of Bioeconomy
Finnish Music Campus

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Welcome, Exchange and Double Degree Students!

JAMK offers exchange and double degree students an international atmosphere for studying. To support your stay in Jyväskylä we provide many kinds of services, including tutoring, orientation and Friend Family programme.

On these pages you can find information for planning and applying for your exchange period as well as for taking care of the practicalities before arriving to Finland and JAMK. We hope you will find the following pages and information useful.

Why choose JAMK as the destination of your exchange period?

Why Jyväskylä?
• a student-friendly city offering a wide range of activities and opportunities
• a modern centre for industry and learning
• a “pocket size metropol” with a lively urban centre
• all the services, shops, schools and work are close at hand
• a wide variety of leisure and sport activities

Why JAMK?
• modern learning environments, skilled personnel and excellent services
• well-equipped facilities and libraries providing free computer services and Internet access
• a wide variety of interesting professional courses taught in English
• an efficient, yet relaxed and international atmosphere
• Erasmus Award for Excellence 2013

Check for some more reasons to choose JAMK!

Welcome Exchange Students Are you interested in experiencing an exchange period at JAMK? Read more about our application periods and process!

Admissions Criteria for Exchange and Double Degree Students

Who can apply for an exchange or double degree period at JAMK?

Study Programmes and Courses offered for Exchange and Double Degree Students

Find out the study programmes available for exchange and double degree students as well as the courses offered

Application Periods and Process for Exchange and Double Degree Students

When and how to apply for an exchange or double degree period at JAMK

Services for Foreign Students

We offer you many services to make the most out of your exchange period with us! E.g. tutoring, Friend Family Programme, orientations...

Insurance Coverage for Exchange and Double Degree Students

Be sure to get the necessary insurances before arriving to JAMK!

Visa, Residence Permit and Right of Residence for Exchange and Double Degree students

Remember to apply for a possible needed Visa/Residence Permit in time

Accommodation for Exchange and Double Degree Students

Rent a student-friendly-priced apartment from Central Finland Student Housing Foundation or if you prefer more centrally located and higher quality furnished apartments, check some other agencies for rental apartments.

Help to Plan Your Exchange: General Information for Exchange and Double Degree Students

Semester dates, arrival, Finland and Jyväskylä, costs of living, leisure activities....

Studying as an Exchange Student and Double Degree student at JAMK

Check what is it like to study at JAMK and which kind of guidance there is available for you!

Transcript of Records and Double Degree Students Degree Certificate issued by JAMK

All exchange and double degree students receive a Transcript of Records after the exchange automatically and free of charge. When graduating the double degree students must apply for Degree Certificate

Accessibility in Exchanges

Going on exchange regardless of injury, chronic illness or some other impediment! Accessibility grant is meant for persons with special needs participating exchange programmes who need some additional financial support to carry out their exchange.