The results of the national feedback questionnaire for University of Applied Sciences graduates (AVOP) for 2025 have been published. Nationally, satisfaction with studies among graduates of Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS) improved markedly. The satisfaction of students graduating from Centria UAS also remains at a high level. In the comparison of master’s-level UAS degrees, Centria returned to first place based on feedback from graduating master's students.
The national career monitoring survey of universities of applied sciences is conducted annually among those who completed a bachelor’s (AMK) or master’s (YAMK) degree five years earlier. The 2025 survey shows that graduates from Centria University of Applied Sciences in 2020 are well employed in their own fields and are satisfied with their degrees. Centria’s master's graduates ranked among the top in several sections of the survey.
The Joint Application to Centria’s English-conducted Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes begins on Wednesday 7 January 2026 and ends on Wednesday 21 January 2026 at 3:00 PM. Studies will start in autumn 2026. The Bachelor’s degree programmes are open to both Finnish and international applicants.
Between August 1st and December 31st 2025, 285 students graduated from Centria University of Applied Sciences. 231 students graduated with a Bachelor's degree, and 54 students graduated with a Master's degree from Centria. 46 of graduates did not want their names to be published. We warmly congratulate all graduates!
For three years, the West Coast region has engaged in close collaboration among universities of applied sciences, supporting both local and national growth and competitiveness. The region’s companies and business sector have played a key role in this cooperation, which is significant for the benefit of all Finland.
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Centria University of Applied Sciences has been invited to join the European UNIgreen University Alliance, which focuses on green biotechnology and sustainable development. Centria’s membership was approved at the alliance’s General Assembly held in Sofia, Bulgaria, on 29 October 2025. The UNIgreen member institutions across Europe provide an excellent network for developing Centria’s education, RDI (research, development, and innovation) activities, and internationalisation.
Finland is renowned as one of the world’s leading countries in innovation and technology, making it a dream destination for aspiring engineers. Yet, many still wonder: How do I become an engineer? Is it the right path for me?