Students
It is no coincidence that the people you meet on Vaasa’s streets seem surprisingly young, - every fifth resident is a university student. In relation to the population, Vaasa is Finland’s largest university city.
Services for students
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General upper secondary school
General upper secondary education given in is post-comprehensive school general education that provides the qualifications for studying at universities, universities of applied sciences, and in vocational education based on the upper secondary school curriculum.
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Happy Student City
Did you know that on the streets of Vaasa, every fifth passerby is a student? So, the overall presence of students is quite noticeable.
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Internships
The City of Vaasa offers many opportunities for students in universities, universities of applied sciences, vocational colleges and vocational training institutes to do work-based placements and dissertations.
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Meeting places
Would you like to get to know your neighbours? Are you looking for new friends? Do you sometimes feel lonely? Here are some examples of places where you can go to meet other people and spend time in good company!
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Vocational Training
Vocational training is aimed at both young people and adults at different stages of life.
Events
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News
13.3.2025
Vaasa celebrates the Armas Festival from 17 to 23 March 2025
Vaasa will celebrate the nationwide ARMAS Festival, highlighting the voices of older people, from 17 to 23 March 2025. The festival brings art and culture...
12.3.2025
Villa Gerby is for sale – make this unique milieu your own
The auction for the historically valuable Villa Gerby and its plot, owned by the City of Vaasa, began on 12 March on the huutokaupat.com platform. The property...
12.3.2025
Alma Adult Education Centre at Kirkkopuistikko 15 to undergo renovation
A building technology-driven renovation will begin at Alma Adult Education Centre, formerly known as ’Arbis’ and located at Kirkkopuistikko 15, on 1 April...
12.3.2025
EnergyVaasa is setting higher ambitions for the next three years
The new strategy of the EnergyVaasa cluster highlights the cluster’s position as a global leader in the clean transition. A strong focus is placed on the...
