Study Abroad destinations
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences
Pori, Finland
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences is a small university of just over 6,000 students, across 4 campuses.
It has over 300 international students and runs events such as an International Café and get together days. It is number 1 for applied sciences universities outside of the metropole area for graduate employment. It has been in the top 6 universities for graduate satisfaction with tuition since 2005.
Pori is the tenth largest city in Finland, and is situated in the south west. It has rail, bus and air connections to a number of cities, including Helsinki to the east and Stockholm in Sweden, across the Gulf of Bothnia. There are also seasonal flights to ski resorts in Lapland.
What you can study
| Course | When you can study |
|---|---|
| All Business programmes (excluding Accounting and Finance) |
2nd year, Semester 1 or 2 2nd year, Semester 1 and 2 |
Academic information
Choosing your modules
You need to gain the following credits from your modules:
- 27 to 30 ECTS (European) credits per semester
- 54 to 60 ECTS (European) credits per year
For information on module options, visit the Satakunta University of Applied Sciences catalogue.
Academic calendar
The academic year is split into 2 semesters:
- Semester 1: Late August or early September to late December
- Semester 2: Early January to mid June.
For a full list of academic dates, visit the Satakunta University of Applied Sciences website.
Accommodation
Accommodation abroad
Satakunta University will assist exchange students in finding accommodation from the private housing market. There are several options available, and the rent varies according to the size, location and facilities of the chosen apartment.
More information about accommodation can be found on the Satakunta University of Applied Sciences website.
Accommodation in York
If you study abroad for 1 semester, you are guaranteed York St John University accommodation for the semester you are in York.
Costs and visas
Funding
Funding is available to help you with study abroad costs. Please see our Funding page for more details.
Additional costs
This information is about additional costs of studying at this host university. Please be aware that prices are subject to change, and the list may not be exhaustive.
We recommend looking at the host website, as well as entry requirements for the country, to get a full understanding of the costs involved.
Visas
Please make sure you have an up to date passport that expires no earlier than 6 months after you intend to return.
You will be provided with guidance and documentation from the partner university but it will be your responsibility to obtain the correct visa.
Neither the Study Abroad team here or at the partner university are qualified to offer consultations or detailed advice regarding visa applications. Immigration laws are complex and subject to frequent changes. So if you do have any visa-related questions you will need to contact the appropriate Embassy directly.
