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Diverse group of students posing for the camera in the old wooden house district of Kokkola

Centria as a study place

Our three campuses are located in Kokkola, Pietarsaari and Ylivieska. Living in these cozy towns is affordable and distances are short. At Centria we will teach you skills that will carry you far in the working life.

Campuses and campus towns

Our three campuses are located in beautiful Finnish towns: Kokkola, Pietarsaari and Ylivieska. Students of our English conducted degree programmes study on our Kokkola and Pietarsaari campuses.

Campuses and campus towns

Finland as a place to live

Finland is a country for people who are looking for something different, for those who are willing to change their lifestyle and embrace a life surrounded bu the splendour of nature.

Living in Finland

Accommodation

All three of our campuses are located in the town centres or very close to the centre. Living in these cozy towns is affordable and distances are short.

Accommodation in campus towns

Centria state of mind

We are known for our big heart and wonderful community in which you are not just a number but a valued part of our UAS.

Centria state of mind
Four students walking and laughing together in Kokkola centre

Information for applicants

From this guide, applicants can find important information about different application rounds and guidelines for applying to Centria’s Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes.

Information for applicants

Student Union COPSA

COPSA is the Student Union of Centria University of Applied Sciences. COPSA ensures that the voice of students is heard both in the decision-making of our UAS and in the surrounding society.

Student Union COPSA