The Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing program at Lapland UAS prepares students with both general and specialized knowledge in health care and nursing. Graduates are qualified to work in hospitals, health centers, and the private sector in Finland and internationally in EU area.

Why Choose Nursing at Lapland UAS?

  • Internationally recognized education
  • Excellent employment opportunities in Finland
  • Modern learning environments with simulation labs
  • Strong theoretical and practical foundation in nursing science and research

Practical Learning and Clinical Training

Students integrate theory with practice through clinical placements in Finland or abroad. The program emphasizes reflection on practice, helping students connect real-world experience with academic concepts.

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Curriculum of Nursing

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The students are provided with a broad core knowledge base as well as the advanced knowledge necessary to fulfill current and future needs in health care.

Language Studies and Multicultural Skills

  • Finnish language studies (15 credits) for international students
  • English and Swedish language studies for Finnish-speaking students
  • Finnish is used during practical training in local health care organizations

Studying in English enhances your language skills, prepares you for multicultural teamwork, and helps build international professional networks.

What You Gain from Studying in English

  • Improved communication skills
  • Experience in multicultural learning environments
  • Stronger career prospects in global health care settings

Cutting-Edge Learning Facilities

Lapland UAS offers state-of-the-art simulation environments where students practice nursing skills under expert guidance, preparing them for real-life scenarios.

Realistic Training: The Simulation Hospital SKY

At Lapland UAS, nursing students benefit from hands-on learning in the Simulation Hospital SKY, a state-of-the-art training facility located on the Kemi campus. This multidisciplinary environment replicates real hospital settings—including wards, an operating room, monitoring ward and a medical room —allowing students to safely practice complex medical scenarios. With advanced tools like patient simulators, virtual reality, and wellness technology, SKY enhances clinical competence and prepares students for real-world healthcare challenges.

Studying in a multi-cultural group helps you prepare for the future

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