Häme University

Institution Overview

Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK) is a leading institution of professional education located in southern Finland. Since its establishment in 1996, HAMK has continuously developed and now offers internationally oriented programs that combine academic research, innovation, and hands-on learning. It provides a wide range of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.

HAMK actively supports international students, with approximately 10% of its student population coming from abroad, creating a multicultural learning environment. The university offers education in various fields including technology, health, environment, business, arts, and social sciences. Emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, HAMK ensures that its graduates are well-prepared and highly skilled professionals in their respective fields.

Tuition & Duration

GreenMetric Ranking: #18 in 1,500 institutions worldwide in the GreenMetric ranking, which assesses the sustainability of higher education institutions’ operations and environments

EduRank: HAMK holds the 23rd position among Finnish universities and is ranked 4,696th globally. EduRank

UniRanks: According to UniRanks, HAMK is placed at 6,634th globally and 24th within Finland. 

HAMK offers scholarships based on Finnish language proficiency and academic performance.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

Completion of secondary education (12 years or equivalent)

Bachelor’s 

IELTS: 6.0+ | TOEFL: 79+ | PTE: 58+

Master’s

IELTS: 6.5+ | TOEFL: 94+ | PTE: 64+

The main intake will take place from August 5 to 7, 2025.

Depending on the application volume, responses are typically received within 4 to 12 weeks on average.

Programs

International Business (BBA)

Computer Applications

Information and Communication Technology – Circular Economy

Information and Communication Technology – Robotics

Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology

Construction Engineering

Electrical and Automation Engineering

Climate Smart Agriculture

Professional Horticulture

Sustainable Forest Management

Sustainable Urban Design

Early Childhood Education and Care

Nursing

Smart and Sustainable Design (Fashion, Footwear, Glass, Ceramics)

Applied Machine Learning

Management in Sustainable Business

Wearable Intelligence

Sustainable Technologies

Digital Services and Processes in Wellbeing

Crisis Management in Social and Health Care

Solutions for Bioeconomy