Hello new VAMK student!
A friendly student community, a lively university city, and internship opportunities with global market-leading companies—or even within the wellbeing services sector—are waiting for you. Welcome to a vibrant and international university of applied sciences with 4,000 students, located in the heart of Finland’s largest energy cluster.
Studies Begin
You can find your personal start date, time, and the location or participation link in the welcome letter we sent you by email.
- Participation in the orientation days is required.
- You will receive more detailed information about the beginning of your studies, the first days, and practical arrangements to your email no later than about one week before the start.
If the orientation is held online, please note that the sessions are mandatory and an essential part of your studies. We recommend joining with a device that has a working camera, such as a laptop or smartphone.
Student Account and Password
Before your studies begin, you will need to retrieve the password for your student account.
If you can use Suomi.fi strong authentication (domestic students)
Strong identification via Suomi.fi: https://passwd.vamk.fi/
- Students can retrieve the password for their student account through the Suomi.fi service by using Finnish online banking credentials or a mobile certificate, once their study right has been established in the student administration system (Peppi).
- You can retrieve the password for your student account from the suomi.fi service starting on 19 December 2025, once you have confirmed your study place, completed your enrollment as attending, and your information has been transferred to Peppi. The account will become available for retrieval after a delay of approximately one day.
If you cannot use Suomi.fi strong authentication (e.g., non-EU/EEA students)
- Students who cannot use strong authentication (e.g. Finnish internet banking codes) to access Suomi.fi -service, will receive a link from Student Services to retrieve their password.
- In order to get the link, admitted student must complete the Candour identification process before studies commence. The invitation to complete the identification process will be sent by email.
Student ID
Your student ID is the number that starts with e26xxxx, and your official VAMK email is e26xxxx@edu.vamk.fi
Use these when logging in to VAMK services and for all official communication.
Enrollment for Courses
- Course enrollment takes place from 1 December 2025 to 12 January 2026 in the student desktop (PAKKI).
- New students will complete their course enrollments during the first study days with the guidance of their tutor teacher or student tutor.
Instruction video: How to enroll in a course
Meal Subsidy Card (Slice)
Degree students can obtain a mobile Slice card, which entitles them to Kela’s meal subsidy.
Follow these steps:
- Log in to the service with your VAMK student account and approve the transfer of your information to Slice.
- After approving the transfer, copy the generated code and continue via the link to the Slice application form.
- Paste the copied code into the Slice form and upload your photo.
- Slice will send you an email the next day with instructions once your access to the service has been activated.
- Please note: If you already have a Slice student card, you do not need to download a separate meal subsidy card.
- You can order an official student card through the student union VAMOK by becoming a member (includes discounts such as VR and Matkahuolto).
Student Card
The student card is an official identification method for degree students. It entitles you to student discounts, which you can access by showing the card (including discounts from VR and Matkahuolto). You can order the card and read more about student benefits and student union membership on the VAMOK student union website by becoming a member.
- As a rule, educational background information is received electronically through the national application system (Opintopolku), and no attachments are required.
- All applicants whose educational background cannot be retrieved electronically (matriculation examination before 1990, applicants applying with only an upper secondary school certificate, EB/IB/RP/DIA applicants, vocational qualifications completed before 2017, and foreign qualifications) must upload the required documents to their application within the schedule defined in the joint application instructions. This also applies to Master’s (YAMK) applicants whose degree information cannot be obtained electronically, as well as all employment certificates required from YAMK applicants.
- Certificates from admitted students will be checked only if specifically requested. This applies to applicants with Finnish qualifications whose background information was not available electronically and who did not upload their documents by the deadline.
- The university of applied sciences has the right to cancel the admission if the applicant fails to submit the required certificates by the deadline given by the institution, or if the applicant has provided incorrect information about grades or work experience.
Bring Your Own Laptop
At our university, students use their own laptops for studying. Using your own device makes studying smooth and flexible, as your computer is always available during classes, projects, and online studies.
Students are responsible for the functionality of their own device, including updates and carrying it with them, so that they have a reliable and up-to-date tool throughout their studies.
If you need more information, you can contact the school’s IT support at helpdesk@vamk.fi or your teacher.
Timetables
- The spring semester timetables will be published no later than 1 December.
- The autumn semester timetables will be published no later than 17 June.
You can find your personal timetable using your class code. You will receive your class code during the first day, once students have been assigned to their groups.
You can view your timetable in Lukkarikone
Course Platforms in Moodle
All your courses are conveniently located in one place. When you log in with your student ID and open Moodle, you can easily see your ongoing, upcoming, and previous courses.
Connect with VAMK students through the Goin’ Connect app!
In the app, you can chat and make friends with other VAMK students who share similar interests, study in the same field, or come from the same region as you.
Stages and Instructions of Your Studies
All the important information to support your studies has been gathered here. You will find guidance on practical matters, available services, study progress, and useful tips to help you throughout your entire study journey.
IT Guide
The IT Guide provides essential instructions and tips for the systems, services, and accounts you will need during your studies. Log in to the guide using your student credentials.
News for Students
Check out the latest news, announcements, and upcoming events for students. You can also follow us on Instagram at @vamkofficial.
Academic Year and Schedules
This section brings together everything related to the academic year, schedules, and the practical day-to-day life of a student.
Information for Living in Vaasa
Discover what student life in Vaasa and Finland is like. Explore practical tips and essential information to help you prepare for your studies and everyday life at VAMK.
Zoom – Online Meeting Tool for VAMK Students
Zoom is used for online classes, meetings, and remote collaboration at VAMK. You can join or host meetings and manage your settings by signing in with your VAMK username. Your profile is created automatically on your first login.
Service and access: https://vamk.zoom.us
Instructions are available in the IT Guide. You will need your student credentials to access the pages.
Student Services
Tritonia Academic Library provides library and information services for students both online and on campus at Wolffintie 34, Vaasa.
During your studies, FSHS supports you with matters related to your wellbeing and health.
You have access to comprehensive support and guidance services at every stage of your study path. You will be supported by, among others, tutor teachers, study counsellors, the UAS student counsellor, and our career and recruitment services.
Arriving on Campus
VAMK’s campus is located in Palosaari, only about 1.5 kilometers from Vaasa city center, making it easy to reach by walking or cycling. We especially recommend cycling. It’s fast, convenient, environmentally friendly, and there is plenty of space for bicycles.
If you arrive by car, please note that the campus parking areas are reserved for staff. In the nearby area, parking is only available on street parking spaces, which are limited. Please plan your schedule accordingly.
Student Wellbeing
The Finnish Student Health Service (FSHS) is responsible for providing health care for higher education students. FSHS offers a wide range of health and wellbeing services for students. A statutory healthcare fee is charged for using FSHS services, which is €35.60 per semester (€71.20 per year).
You can find more information about the healthcare fee on Kela’s website >
It is also useful to familiarize yourself with other student benefits offered by Kela in advance >
