Xamk - South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences
Higher EducationKymenlaakso, Finland1001-5000 Employees
Xamk, the South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, operates across four campuses in Kotka, Kouvola, Mikkeli and Savonlinna, serving the South Savo and Kymenlaakso regions. It offers bachelors and masters programs and runs Xamk Open University of Applied Sciences, noted as the largest in Finland. Its research and development activities focus on four domains: Forest, Environment and Energy; Logistics and Seafaring; Digital Economy; and Sustainable Wellbeing, linking academic work with practical needs. The institution emphasizes flexible learning through digital tools and maintains a broad international network with partner universities. A recent collaboration with Nodeon and the City of Kotka aims to make the local transport system safer and more sustainable, illustrating Xamk's focus on real-world impact.