Novia University of Applied Sciences
Vaasa, Finland
- 2008
- Founded
- DNV & FINEEC Accredited
- Global Rank
- 5,000+
- Total Students
- 17%
- International Students
- 28
- Programs
About Novia University of Applied Sciences
Operating five specialized campuses in Vaasa (Wolffskavägen & Alere), Turku/Åbo (Aboa Mare & Henriksgatan), Raasepori/Raseborg, and Pietarsaari/Jakobstad (Campus Allegro), Novia UAS delivers career-oriented Bachelor's and Master's education closely integrated with industry. The university is home to the world-renowned Aboa Mare Maritime Academy—Northern Europe's benchmark seafaring training complex with full-mission ship bridge and engine simulators certified to international STCW conventions. In Vaasa, engineering students conduct applied research at Technobothnia, a cutting-edge shared robotics and energy laboratory complex. Novia is also a pioneer in circular bioeconomy and sustainable coastal management at Campus Raseborg, and creative arts and music production at Campus Allegro. High graduate employment, strong ties with Nordic export corporations, and tuition-free education for EU/EEA citizens distinguish Novia as a premier Nordic higher education destination.
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Vaasa, Finland
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DNV Maritime & Finnish Education Evaluation Centre Certified
2025/2026
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