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Rector, CEO Tapio Huttula can be contacted for general statements and questions regarding Centria University of Applied Sciences.
Tapio Huttula
Rector, CEO
tapio.huttula@centria.fi
+35840 563 7944
In matters regarding education please contact the Vice Rector of Education Jennie Elfving.
Jennie Elfving
Vice Rector (Education)
jennie.elfving@centria.fi
+35840 090 3929
In matters regarding RDI please contact the Vice Rector of RDI Marko Forsell.
Marko Forsell
Vice Rector (RDI)
marko.forsell@centria.fi
+35840 808 5128
In matters regarding international affairs and education export please contact the Director of International Affairs Francesca Cucinotta.
Francesca Cucinotta
Director (International Affairs)
francesca.cucinotta@centria.fi
+35850 531 3535
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Latest news
Centria’s autumn concert season once again delights with its diversity
Centria University of Applied Sciences’ music degree programme once again offers music lovers in Kokkola a diverse selection of free concerts throughout the autumn. As usual, the concerts will mainly take place on Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Fordell Hall at the Snellman Music Centre.
National Career Monitoring Survey Launches on 7 October 2026
The national Career Monitoring Survey for Universities of Applied Sciences will launch on 7 October 2026. The survey gathers information on graduates’ employment, career development, competencies required in working life, and how well UAS studies have met the needs of the labour market.
New Pilot Connects International Talent with Companies in Central Ostrobothnia
A growing demand for skilled professionals among companies in Central Ostrobothnia and the employment challenges faced by highly educated international graduates are being addressed in a new pilot initiative launched by Centria University of Applied Sciences and the Central Ostrobothnia Employment Area. The pilot offers international recent graduates an opportunity to enter positions that match their education while helping companies gain practical experience of working with international talent.
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