Applicant s Guide 2008 Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

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1 Applicant s Guide 2008 Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences On the Trail of Talent

2 HELSINKI METROPOLIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Admissions Office Address Bulevardi 29 FI Helsinki Finland Fax Telephone Business Health Care and Social Services Technology Publishers EVTEK UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Address Vanha maantie 6, FI Espoo Finland Telephone Fax HELSINKI POLYTECHNIC STADIA Address Bulevardi 31, FI Helsinki Finland Telephone Fax Text and editors Chief editor Julia af Ursin Laila Inborr Sari Kelo Päivi Mahkonen Admissions Offi ce Susanna Nupponen Front cover Design Mainostoimisto Tasku Oy Mainospalvelu Kristasta Oy AD Krista Jännäri Print Painotalo Miktor, 2007 More information about applying and possible changes in the application process at Photos Kaapo Kamu, Jari Kesti, Samu Kemppainen, Teemu Malva, Seppo Samuli, Mika Seppälä, Katja Turunen 2

3 EVTEK University of Applied Sciences and Helsinki Polytechnic Stadia will be merging into a new higher education institution called Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, beginning operations on 1 August Metropolia is a competitive university of applied sciences measuring up to high international standards that focuses on producing innovative solutions especially for the needs of the Helsinki metropolitan area. Students can apply for the degree programmes commencing in the autumn of 2008 through the spring 2008 joint application process. There are 48 Bachelor s degree programmes and 13 Master s degree programmes in four faculties: Culture, Economics and Business Administration, Health Care and Social Services, and Technology. The degree programmes conducted in Finnish are introduced in the Finnish Applicant s Guide 2008 (Hakijan opas 2008). Metropolia offers 8 Bachelor s degree programmes conducted in English. These full-time occupationally-oriented higher education studies are implemented mainly during daytime. Since higher education is funded by the state through the Ministry of Education, students enrolled in regular degree studies pay no tuition fees. Metropolia is located in Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa with good communications. The Helsinki region offers a wide selection of leisure activities libraries, museums, theatres and concerts and plenty of sports facilities. It takes years to graduate. Studies are measured in units called credit points, which are based on the amount of work put in. An average academic year consists of 1,600 hours of work, which is equivalent to 60 ECTS credits. The students engage in joint working life and business projects across degree programmes in the capital region. The advantage of being located in the capital region is the large number of training opportunities and jobs. Moreover, our partner institutions around the world offer valuable opportunities for international experiences through student exchange. Graduates will be experts in their fields, capable of entering the labour market in development, design and supervisor positions or as independent entrepreneurs. According to a nationwide image survey, EVTEK University of Applied Sciences and Helsinki Polytechnic Stadia are not only well known and attractive but also rate highly in terms of overall image. (Taloustutkimus market research company: Image survey of polytechnics and universities of applied sciences 2007) 3

4 Index Business and Administration European Management...6 European Business Administration...7 International Business and Logistics...8 Health Care and Social Services Nursing...11 Social Services...12 Technology Environmental Engineering...14 Information Technology...15 Media Engineering...16 Application Instructions Finnish Nationwide Joint Application System...18 Eligibility...18 Online Application...19 Certificates...19 School Performance Points...20 Summary of the Admission Criteria...21 English Language Test Exemption...21 One Study Place per Year...21 Application Timetable...22 Contact Information...22 Open Studies Open University of Applied Sciences...22 Study Locations Degree Programmes and Study Locations

5 BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION European Management European Business Administration International Business and Logistics 5

6 Degree Programme in European Management Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Degree Programme in European Management Leiritie 1, FI Vantaa, Finland Bachelor of Business Administration Tradenomi Number of study places 16 Duration and extent of the studies Application 3,5 years*, 210 ECTS credits Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) This challenging four-year European Management (EM) programme leads to a double degree programme, which means that students receive two Bachelor s diplomas on graduation: a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) from the University of Lincoln and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Metropolia. A European Management student studies in both Finland and England and completes a 6-month work placement. The first two years of studies are here in Metropolia at the Myyrmäki campus and the entire third year is in Lincoln (England). The fourth and final year is a combination of work experience and writing the bachelor s thesis. Many students do this in another country and so add a third international element to their profile. The majority of the teaching on the EM programme is in English but some courses are lectured in Finnish. If you are not Finnish, you will need a good knowledge and command of the Finnish language to be able to complete the EM programme. Our graduates have always found very good jobs and often gone on to further studies - Treasury Analyst, Sales-, Project or Key Account Manager, Business Developer, Currency Dealer, Legal Controller. Entrance Examination 8 May 2008 Application instructions See page 18 * The offi cial duration of study is 3,5 years, but the studying takes 4 years. Admission Criteria Finnish language requirement: Applicants must have a good knowledge and command of Finnish language. Entrance Examination: Metropolia s own separate entrance examination for Bachelor of Business Administration double-degree programmes is compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other entrance examination results will be considered. English language test: English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other English language test results or qualifications will be considered. Finnish language test: Finnish language test is compulsory for all non-native speakers applying to the European Management degree programme. 6 Student selection: School performance points will not be considered but the student selection will be made solely based on the results of Metropolia s own separate entrance examination for Business Administration double-degree programmes.

7 Degree Programme in European Business Administration Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Degree Programme in European Business Administration Leiritie 1, FI Vantaa, Finland Bachelor of Business Administration Tradenomi Number of study places 20 Duration and extent of the studies Application 3,5 years*, 210 ECTS credits Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Entrance Examination 8 May 2008 Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) European Business Administraton (EBA) is an international double degree programme which means that the student receives two diplomas on graduation: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finland and the Netherlands and Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in the UK. There are two EBA degree programmes and both are lectured entirely in English. EBA Wolverhampton link involves studying in English in both Metropolia, Myyrmäki campus and in England at the University of Wolverhampton Business School. EBA Dutch link involves studying in English in both Metropolia, Myyrmäki campus and in the Netherlands at INHOLLAND University Scholl of Economics Diemen. EBA is a sandwich programme which means that the first and second years are full time studies, the third year is a work placement and the final year is again a full year of studies. To succeed on the EBA programme you need to be highly motivated and be able to work independently and as part of a team! When you graduate, you will have gained not only business knowledge and hands-on competencies but you will have had many interesting experiences on the way. EBA graduates have been extremely successful on the job market and many have gone on to further studies - Treasury Analyst, Sales-, Project or Key Account Manager, Business Developer, Currency Dealer, Legal Controller. Application instructions See page 18 * The offi cial duration of study is 3,5 years, but the studying takes 4 years. Admission Criteria Entrance Examination: Metropolia s own separate entrance examination for Bachelor of Business Administration double-degree programmes is compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other entrance examination results will be considered. English language test: English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other English language test results or qualifications will be considered. Student selection: School performance points will not be considered but the student selection will be made solely based on the results of Metropolia s own separate entrance examination for Business Administration double-degree programmes. 7

8 Degree Programme in International Business and Logistics Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Degree Programme in International Business and Logistics Leiritie 1, FI Vantaa, Finland Bachelor of Business Administration Tradenomi Number of study places 40 Duration and extent of the studies Application 3,5 years, 210 ECTS credits Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Entrance Examination 28 April 2008 Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Business today is global. To prepare for a career in business, you must gain knowledge, experience and competence in generic skills together with spesialised expertise. This degree programme is designed to meet these requirements. In addition, course content is delivered by experts with experience of international business. Many of these instructors are native speakers of English. After instruction in fundamental business subjects, you will get the opportunity to apply these in an integrated manner, covering both strategic and operational management areas. Activities include the following: purchasing, logistics management, project management and legal aspects of business. You will develop ICT skills, critical thinking and rational reasoning. This encompasses generic business competencies including quality control and the incorporation of environmental and ethical factors. During your studies there is also the opportunity of study and work abroad. Application instructions See page 18 Admission Criteria Entrance examination: Entrance examination result of an other Finnish polytechnic/uas can be considered and therefore, the entrance examination for Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business and Logistics can be carried out in another polytechnic/uas in Finland. English language test: English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants unless they are entitled to get an exemption from it based on the exemption criteria (see page 21). Student selection: 50% of the applicants will be admitted on the basis of the entrance examination only and 50% on the basis of the combined points for previous school performance and the entrance examination (see page 20). After graduation you will work within industrial, commercial or public sector organisations and your job title may be Purchasing Assistant, Buyer, Import/Export Assistant. After gaining more experience in demanding expert positions you will work as a Purchasing Manager, Logistics Manager, Import/Export Manager among others. 8

9 HEALTH CARE AND SOCIAL SERVICES Nursing Social Services 9

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11 Degree Programme in Nursing Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Degree Programme in Nursing Tukholmankatu 10, FI Helsinki, Finland Bachelor of Health Care Sairaanhoitaja (AMK) Number of study places 22 Duration and extent of the studies Application 3,5 years, 210 ECTS credits Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Bachelor of Health Care The aim is to educate culturally competent registered nurses. Upon the completion of the programme the student will possess skills to deliver nursing and health care services to meet the needs of clients with various cultural backgrounds in Finland and abroad, in national and international, governmental and non-governmental organizations. Furthermore, the graduates will be ready to work in multinational and multidisciplinary teams in various parts of the world. The students are offered a chance to complete part of their studies abroad partly at their own cost. Apply online at Application instructions See page 18 Admission Criteria Finnish language requirement: Applicants must have a command of Finnish of basic level 2 or higher. English language test: An English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants unless they are entitled to an exemption from it based on the exemption criteria (see page 21). Finnish language test: Metropolia s own separate Finnish language test for the degree programmes in Social Services and Nursing. Entrance examination: Metropolia s own entrance examination for the degree programme in Nursing is compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other entrance examination results will be considered. The entrance examination consists of: 1. Question from Fry, Sara: Ethics in Nursing Practice. A Guide to Ethical Decision Making. International Council of Nurses, Pages 5-159, or in the 2002 edition, pages English language test 3. Finnish language test for non-native speakers Student selection: 50% of the applicants will be admitted on the basis of the entrance examination only and 50% on the basis of the combined points for previous school performance and the entrance examination (see page 20). 11

12 Degree Programme in Social Services Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Degree Programme in Social Services Tukholmankatu 10, FI Helsinki, Finland Bachelor of Social Services Sosionomi (AMK) Number of study places 22 Duration and extent of the studies Application 3,5 years, 210 ECTS credits Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Bachelor of Social Services In this study programme you will be studying in a multicultural student group. You will develop your communication skills in English and in Finnish. Instruction is offered mainly in English. However, you should have basic knowledge of the Finnish language since our polytechnic trains professionals especially for the needs of the Helsinki area. As a Bachelor of Social Services you are qualified to work with various client groups of all ages in the field of social pedagogy. Your work can consist of supervision, guidance, co-ordination of services and managerial work in communities or in a residential setting. You can work in the prevention of substance abuse or the promotion of mental health. Multicultural working skills are your strengths. The curriculum consists of theoretical and practical studies, the focus being on applied social and human sciences. Students will be introduced to various social pedagogical working methods, including expressiveness and creativity. Work placements are offered in working environments in Finland and abroad. Teaching methods include lectures, discussions, group work, projects, workshops and self-study. As a student of the degree programme you have many opportunities to join in international activities in Finland and abroad. The degree programme is in partnership with a number of universities and institutions of higher education in many European countries, in Africa, Asia and the USA. Activities include student and staff exchange, international projects and intensive week programmes. Application instructions See page 18 Admission Criteria Finnish language requirement: Applicants must have a command of Finnish of basic level 2 or higher. English language test: An English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants unless they are entitled to an exemption from it based on the exemption criteria. Finnish language test: Metropolia s own separate Finnish language test for the degree programmes in Social Services and Nursing. Entrance examination: Metropolia s own entrance examination for the degree programme in Social Services is compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other entrance examination results will be considered. The entrance examination will be held on May 6 8, 2008 (two days). The entrance examination consists of a book exam, group interviews and a Finnish language test (non-native speakers only). The exam material will be announced at before the application period starts. Student selection: 50% of the applicants will be admitted on the basis of the entrance examination only and 50% on the basis of the combined points for previous school performance and the entrance examination (see page 20). 12

13 Environmental Engineering Information Technology Media Engineering TECHNOLOGY 13

14 Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering Leiritie 1, FI Vantaa, Finland Bachelor of Engineering Insinööri (AMK) Number of study places 40 Duration and extent of the studies 4 years, 240 ECTS credits Bachelor of Engineering The basis of your knowledge is the understanding of natural sciences, especially physics and chemistry. You understand the importance of international communication, business and cultural skills. Even more importantly, you understand the causes of pollution and the preventative actions available to minimise its impact. After the completion of your studies you will have excellent knowledge in Environmental Engineering and Technology. You will also master the necessary basics in Civil Engineering, Biotechnology, Automation Technology, Pollution Monitoring and Environmental Management. You are also aware of the technologies related to biomass, sun and wind energy. As an Environmental Engineer you will possess special knowledge of overall solutions related to Environmental Engineering, and skills to operate and communicate internationally. You will be able to plan industrial processes and design, for example, water treatment plants, digestion plants as well as different kinds of cleaning devices. This offers you a wide selection of opportunities, such as working as an Environmental Manager in Europe, planning water pumping systems in Africa or working as a raw material subcontractor in Asia. Your cross-engineering thinking links you extensively to Environmental Engineering from the technology perspective. You have a good overview of the prevention of pollution and the corrective actions of environmental protection. The studies provide you with important engineering tools to design, operate and develop technologies further. Effective and environmentally safe operation is your main goal in all your professional actions. You have a variety of work opportunities after graduating with the Bachelor of Engineering degree. Environmental technology engineers operate individually or as a part of bigger teams. Work opportunities exist in various areas of the field, such as Design Engineering, Environmental Management, Quality Engineering, Environmental Counselling, Environmental Consulting as well as providing environmental expertise in other areas. 14 Application Application instructions See page 18 Admission Criteria Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Entrance Examination: Metropolia s own entrance examination for the Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programmes is compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other entrance examination results will be considered. English language test: An English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other English language test results or qualifications will be considered. Student selection: School performance points will not be considered but the student selection will be made solely based on the results of Metropolia s own entrance examination for the Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programmes.

15 Degree Programme in Information Technology Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Major options Degree Programme in Information Technology Vanha maantie 6, FI Espoo, Finland Bachelor of Engineering Insinööri (AMK) Software Engineering Telecommunications Multimedia and Signal Processing Information Systems Number of study places 40 Duration and extent of the studies Application 4 years, 240 ECTS credits Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Bachelor of Engineering Information technology professionals work in the various areas of IT business: in telecommunications industries, software enterprises, telecommunication operators and service providers, and in many other information technology-related positions as in computer and automation industries. The aim of the Bachelor s degree programme in Information Technology is to equip you with the most up-to-date and high-quality knowledge and skills in information technology. The degree gives you a solid basis to work as an engineer anywhere in the world as you are familiar with intercultural aspects due to the multicultural study environment and student community. Additionally, you also have language and communication as well as business skills to top-up your engineering competence. This enables you to head for an international career in various areas of information and communication technologies. You will be in contact with working-life throughout your studies via industry-related projects, industrial placement periods and a Final Year Project. This gives you a chance to create useful networks and plan your future career already during your studies. Application instructions See page 18 Admission Criteria Entrance Examination: Metropolia s own entrance examination for Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programmes is compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other entrance examination results will be considered. English language test: An English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other English language test results or qualifications will be considered. Student selection: School performance points will not be considered but the student selection will be made solely based on the results of Metropolia s own entrance examination for the Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programmes. 15

16 Degree Programme in Media Engineering Application information Name of the degree programme Study location Degree title Degree Programme in Media Engineering Vanha maantie 6, FI Espoo, Finland Bachelor of Engineering Insinööri (AMK) Number of study places 30 Duration and extent of the studies Application 4 years, 240 ECTS credits Nationwide Joint Application 14 January 15 February 2008 at Application instructions See page 18 Bachelor of Engineering As a Media Engineering graduate you will have the knowledge and skills to work in media production and management, digital printing, multimedia and the Internet, e-commerce, audiovisual technology, digital television, mobile communications etc. You will have good skills in media technology, computing, and data communications and also have basic knowledge and skills in multimedia related design, production and business subjects. You will work with media content and services: information, education, news, entertainment, marketing and advertising. You will have a career in a media company, a software house, or an electronic documentation and publishing company. You can work as an interactive TV and video producer, with a telecommunication service provider or in an open and distance learning institution. The increasing use of communications in all types of industry and in service, health care, education and household sectors will open further employment opportunities. Admission Criteria Entrance Examination: Metropolia s own entrance examination for the Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programmes is compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other entrance examination results will be considered. English language test: An English language test is a part of the entrance examination and compulsory for all applicants. No exemptions will be granted and no other English language test results or qualifications will be considered. Student selection: School performance points will not be considered but the student selection will be made solely based on the results of Metropolia s own entrance examination for the Bachelor of Engineering Degree Programmes. The jobs cover a wide range of positions in product design and development, product support, consulting, and marketing. The studies will also encourage entrepreneurship. 16

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18 Application Instructions ELIGIBILITY Metropolia does not use discretionary admission and therefore, if an applicant is found not eligible, his/her application will be rejected automatically. Eligibility for studies at polytechnics/uas is achieved by the following education (minimum of 12 years of schooling): the Matriculation Examination or upper secondary examination completed in Finland European Baccalaureate International Baccalaureate or Reifeprüfung examination vocational qualification of three years or more in duration a non-finnish degree or studies equivalent to the above mentioned qualifications a vocational qualification of less than three years in duration gives the eligibility to the corresponding field. The AICE Diploma does not provide the eligibility to apply for studies at polytechnics/uas. FINNISH NATIONWIDE JOINT APPLICATION SYSTEM In order to apply successfully it is crucial to follow the instructions exactly as given. Therefore, please read all the instructions carefully before starting the application process. The professionally-oriented higher education institutions use the English translation polytechnic or university of applied sciences. We have used the abbreviation UAS for University of Applied Sciences. Applications to the degree programmes conducted in English are submitted through the nationwide system of joint application. An applicant can apply for up to four different degree programmes at 25 polytechnics/uas in Finland by using the same application form. Check the degree programmes offered in the Finnish Polytechnics/UAS at www. admissions.fi => Degree Programmes. The nationwide joint application period for international degree programme studies will begin on 14 January 2008 and will end on 15 February 2008 at 4.15 pm Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). It is not possible to apply outside the application period and all applications must be submitted before the closing time. Those applying with a non-finnish qualification must have completed this education before the end of the application period on 15 February Those applying with a Finnish qualification and who will graduate in spring 2008 can apply with the latest term certificate. More detailed instructions are available at FINNISH LANGUAGE SKILL REQUIREMENT In addition to the above-mentioned there is a Finnish language requirement in three of the degree programmes: 1. Degree Programmes in Social Services and Nursing: applicants must have a command of Finnish of basic level 2 or higher. Furthermore, all non-native speakers must pass the Finnish language test. 2. Degree Programme in European Management: most of the teaching in the European Management degree programme is conducted in English but some courses are lectured in Finnish. Therefore, the Finnish language test is compulsory for all non-native speakers. Other degree programmes of Metropolia do not have any Finnish language skill requirements. More information on the Finnish language requirements can be found at

19 ONLINE APPLICATION AT The application form can be submitted online during the application period 14 January February 2008 at Please note that when filling the application you will be asked for information regarding your previous education. So please have your school certificates (non-finnish applicants should also take their passport if they have one) with you when you will fill in the application. Applicants are allowed to fi ll in only one application per application period but they can apply for a maximum of four different degree programmes with the same application form. The applications are collected in the joint application register. The polytechnics/uas will dismiss multiple applications made by one applicant. Applicants must decide on an order of preference between the degree programmes (maximum 4) they are applying for. The 1st option should be the degree programme where the applicant primarily wants to get admitted. The 2nd option should be the degree programme where the applicant wants to get admitted if he/she cannot get admitted to the first option, the 3rd option should be the degree programme where the applicant wants to get admitted if he/she cannot get admitted to the first or second option etc. The applicant can be offered only one study place which will be as high as possible in the applicant s order of preference. Please note that the order of preference is binding and determines where the applicant will be admitted. The Admissions Office of the first choice polytechnic/uas processes the application in question. Therefore, if your contact information changes or you have questions regarding your application, please contact the Admissions Office of the first choice polytechnic/uas. You will receive the contact information in a confirmation within 24 hours of sending the online application. Whenever you contact the Admissions Offi ce, please always remember to include at least your full name, application number and the degree programme of your first choice. CERTIFICATES After filling the online application, those who are applying with non- Finnish qualifications must deliver copies of all the certificates they have referred to in their application to the admissions office of the polytechnic/uas of their first choice by 22 February 2008 at 4.15 pm Finnish time at the latest. If the certificates are not in English, Finnish or Swedish, an official translation is also required. It is not necessary to verify the copies since the original certificates will be checked if the applicant is admitted (the admission is conditional until this has been done). Do not send any original certificates in any case. Please write your applicant number to each certificate copy you send to the admissions office. If the applicant does not deliver all the required certificate copies by the deadline his/her application will be automatically rejected. All certificate copies must be delivered in person or by post. Faxed certificates will not be accepted. The applicants applying with Finnish qualifications do not need to send the certificate copies. However, the original certificates will be checked if the applicant is admitted and the admission is conditional until this has been done. PLEASE NOTE! Universities of Applied Sciences and Polytechnics accept only final certificates awarded by a national regional body granting educational certificates. Therefore, various other documents such as Testimonials, Statements of Results, Examination Results, Result Slips or Scratch Cards etc. are not considered as official certificates. 19

20 SCHOOL PERFORMANCE POINTS The school performance points are applicable in Metropolia only when applying for the degree programmes in Nursing, Social Services and/or International Business and Logistics. The applicant will receive school performance points if he/she has completed: the Finnish Matriculation Examination or the IB examination in a Finnish upper secondary school or the Reifeprüfung examination in Finland or the European Baccalaureate examination of European schools. If the applicant has completed some of the above mentioned education/ exams he/she will receive a maximum of 30 points out of 100 points for his/her school performance and a maximum of 70 points out of 100 for his/her entrance examination performance. Applicants who have not completed any of the above mentioned education/exams or who have a non-finnish education, will be admitted solely on the basis of the entrance examination points (maximum 100 points). Also those who will complete an EB in a European school during the spring of the application period will be admitted solely on the basis of the entrance examination. POINTS AWARDED FOR SCHOOL PERFORMANCE 20 Matriculation Examination certificate Grades l/e m cl b a Mother tongue Advanced level English English basic level Mathematics or the best general studies test or chemistry or physics or (general studies if the exam was taken before 2006) The average of all grades on the general upper secondary school leaving certificate 8,00 7,50 7,00 6,50 6,00 Points awarded Applicants who have completed the IB examination in a Finnish upper secondary school or the European Baccalaureate examination of European schools or the RP examination in Finland, convert the grades on their certificates according to the following charts: Conversion chart for EB, IB and Reifeprüfung examinations Finnish matriculation Laudatur Eximia cum laude approbatur Magna cum laude approbatur Cum laude approbatur Lubenter approbatur Reifeprüfung examination points points 8 9 points 7 points 5 6 points Approbatur 4 points IB examination 7 (Excellent) 6 (Very good) 5 (Good) 4 (Satisfactory) 3 (Mediocre) 2 (Poor) EB examination Mathematics Other subjectspecific tests 9,50 10,00 9,00 10,00 8,50 9,45 8,00 8,95 7,00 8,45 7,00 7,95 6,00 6,95 6,00 6,95 5,00 5,95 5,00 5,95 4,00 4,95 4,00 4,95 Conversion chart for the grades on school leaving certificates Finnish upper secondary school leaving certificate Reifeprüfung * programme leaving certificate IB programme leaving certificate EB programme leaving certificate points 7 (Excellent) points 6 (Very good) points 5 (Good) points 4 (Satisfactory) points 3 (Mediocre) points 2 (Poor) 3 4 * The average of grades on the Reifeprüfung examination is converted by dividing the total of points by 60, and then converting it according to the chart (e.g. 520: 60 ~ 8,67, thus converted to 8.)

21 SUMMARY OF THE ADMISSION CRITERIA Finnish language requirement School performance points considered (if applicable) Entrance Examination of other polytechnics/ UAS s accepted English language test exemption considered (if applicable) Finnish language test Information Technology No No No No No Media Engineering No No No No No Environmental Engineering No No No No No European Management Yes No No No Yes, for non-finnish European Business Administration No No No No No International Business and Logistics No Yes Yes Yes No Nursing Yes Yes No Yes Yes, for non-finnish Social Services Yes Yes No Yes Yes, for non-finnish ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST EXEMPTION An applicant can be exempted from the English language test in Metropolia only when applying for the degree programmes in Nursing, Social Services and/or International Business and Logistics. Polytechnics/UAS evaluate applicants language skills with a language test included in the entrance examination. An applicant who fails in the language test will be automatically rejected. An applicant can apply for an exemption from the English language test if he/she has completed: IELTS score academic level 5.5 (results are valid for two years) or TOEFL score 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based or for the internet -based test (results are valid for two years) or grade C in the Finnish Matriculation Examination in advanced level English or skills level 4 in English in the Finnish general language examination ( => Tutkintopalvelut => Yleiset kielitutkinnot) or secondary school education in English completed in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa, or a Bachelor s or Master s degree completed in English in one of the above mentioned countries ONE STUDY PLACE PER YEAR According to the one-study-place-per-year provision, a student may accept only one study place leading to a higher education degree during one academic year. The purpose of this is to ensure admission to higher education institutions for as many students as possible. Higher education degrees are Bachelor s degrees and Master s degrees awarded by universities, and Bachelor s degrees and Master s degrees awarded by polytechnics/uas. The provision applies to all degree studies in higher education regardless of how the studies are provided. The provision does not apply to the National Defence College, the Police College of Finland and the Åland Polytechnic. The academic year (from 1 August to 31 July) is the set framework for the provision. The provision does not prevent acceptance to a place in another degree programme during another academic year. However, during one academic year (1 August 31 July) the applicant can accept only one study place at a higher education institution, even if he/she registers as absent or resigns from the institution. More detailed instructions are available at The certificate copies must arrive to the admissions office of the applicant s first choice polytechnic/uas by 22 February 2008 at 4.15 pm Finnish time at the latest, otherwise the applicant loses the possibility to the exemption. Faxed copies are not accepted. 21

22 APPLICATION TIMETABLE Application period: 14 January 15 February 2008 at 4.15 pm Finnish time (+2 hrs GMT). It is not possible to apply outside the application period. The copies of the non-finnish certificates must arrive at the Admissions office by 22 February 2008 at 4.15 pm Finnish time at the latest, otherwise the application will be automatically rejected. All possible changes affecting the school performance points must be notified to the first choice admissions office by 16 May 2008 at the latest Entrance examinations will be held between 1 April and 9 May Admission results will be sent by post to the students by 18 Jul 2008 at the latest. Acceptance of the study place must be received by the admissions office by 1 August 2008 at 4.15 pm Finnish time at the latest, otherwise the study place will be automatically cancelled. Waiting list A student can be placed on a waiting list for a reserve place if he/ she has been admitted to a study place of lower preference by 18 July, The student remains on the waiting list until 15 Aug By this date, the student is either admitted to a reserve place on the waiting list, or to the study place initially offered to him/her. CONTACT INFORMATION More information regarding applying, entrance examinations and admission criteria can be found on Metropolia s home page at or by contacting Metropolia s Admissions Office: Technology Business Susanna Nupponen Tel [email protected] Annukka Koistinen Tel [email protected] Health Care and Arja Päivinen Social Services Tel [email protected] Open Studies OPEN UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES At the Open University of Applied Sciences everyone has the possibility to pursue parts of studies leading to a higher education degree. The need for life-long learning is given special attention. Studies at the Open University of Applied Sciences provide a chance to complement and update one s professional know-how. This suits those who cannot complete the whole degree but wish to take courses on the level of higher education. The degree programme courses instructed in English are mainly at daytime. A attending classes or the completing courses does not bestow the right to take a degree. However, completed studies at the Open University of Applied Sciences can be transferred to the degree if the student later becomes a degree student. The Open University study fees is 35 /credit or 200 /semester. Foreign applicants please notice! The studies at the Open University of Applied Sciences are not fulltime studies. Therefore, Embassies or Consulates do not issue a visa or a residence permit for a person who wishes to study exclusively at the Open University. For more information see the home pages of the Finnish Directorate of Immigration at FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Engineering studies Business Administration studies Anne Lahti [email protected] Tel Suvi Ollikainen [email protected] Tel PLEASE NOTE! When you contact Metropolia s Admissions Office please always identify yourself clearly by mentioning at least your full name, application number and the degree programme your question is related to. 22

23 Degree Programmes and Study Locations 19 BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION European Management European Business Administration International Business and Logistics Leiritie 1 FI Vantaa, Finland 23 HEALTH CARE AND SOCIAL SERVICES Nursing Social Services Tukholmankatu 10 FI Helsinki, Finland 43 TECHNOLOGY Environmental Engineering Leiritie 1 FI Vantaa, Finland Information Technology Media Engineering Vanha maantie 6 FI Espoo, Finland HELSINKI METROPOLIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES Admissions Office Bulevardi 29 FI Helsinki, Finland Tel Fax [email protected] 23

24 M - Itella Oyj EVTEK University of Applied Sciences and Helsinki Polytechnic Stadia will be merging on 1 August