Energising sustainable futures - General brochure

Energising sustainable futures

New directions, new opportunities

The University of Vaasa drives renewal in sustainable business, energy, and society. Through our high-quality education, internationally acclaimed research, and impactful collaboration, we create solutions that guide the world towards a sustainable and intelligent future.

We are a nationally and internationally significant university, as demonstrated by the accreditations awarded to us, our success in international university rankings, and the consistently strong employment rates of our graduates.

Our strategy is to energise sustainable futures

We respond to global challenges with innovative, high-quality research and education.

Our mission is to generate and share knowledge to promote sustainable business, energy, and society.

University of Vaasa

Wolffintie 32, PL 700

FI-65101 Vaasa, Finland

tel. +358 29 449 8000 uwasa.fi

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We are internationally ranked number one in Finland for research quality¹

We operate at the largest energy technology hub in the Nordics

We are the largest provider of business education in Finland

Our research focuses on the energy transition, business renewal, and societal transformation. We advance these key themes in close collaboration with the largest energy technology hub in the Nordic countries and our international networks.

We educate experts in sustainable growth who are able to integrate the perspectives of technology, business, and society into impactful solutions.

We are a unique community where the university, the city, and the business sector jointly develop future competences, promote sustainable development, and make a real impact on the world around us.

According to the 2025 Business School Impact System (BSIS) evaluation, the University of Vaasa’s total economic impact on the region is 254 million euros.

Sustainable expertise for the future

Responsibility is reflected in how we research, teach, and create impact. We consider the social, economic, and ecological dimensions of sustainable development across all our activities.

We create innovations that benefit both industry and society as a whole. We work to advance clean energy, economic growth, industrial renewal, and responsible consumption and production.

1Source: THE World University Rankings 2026

Impactful multidisciplinary research

We are firmly committed to ensuring that our high-quality research creates real impact and generates concrete value for society.

Schools

MANAGEMENT

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATIONSN

Multidisciplinary research platforms

We develop new ways of thinking and new solutions to the complex challenges of our time.

DIGITAL ECONOMY

INNOVATIONS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP, INNOLAB

PREPAREDNESS AND RESILIENCE, PREP

VAASA ENERGY BUSINESS INNOVATION CENTRE

VEBIC

We purposefully engage with timely, phenomenon-driven research topics and projects, collaborating closely with our partners in industry and society. Building a sustainable future requires both a broad, integrated understanding of technology and business, and active participation in societal development.

In our research, expertise in the energy transition, business renewal, and societal transformation are interwoven in a unique, multidisciplinary way.

The number of peer-reviewed publications at the University of Vaasa has increased by 80% between 2018–2024, representing the highest percentage growth among Finnish universities. This growth reflects the strengthened quality of our research, its internationalisation, and the expansion of our collaboration networks.

High-quality research drives ranking success

The University of Vaasa is internationally recognised for its highquality research, which is also reflected in our strong performance in global university rankings. Our strengths include research quality, impact, and international collaboration.

Energy Transition Valley accelerates research-driven solutions

Smart and clean energy solutions represent a major growth opportunity for Finland. Together with key actors in the Vaasa energy cluster, the University of Vaasa leads the Energy Transition Valley, which strengthens regional research, development, and innovation through new research infrastructure and a significant increase in doctoral education.

The Energy Transition Valley brings companies and top-level expertise together, speeding up the development and practical application of new solutions.

EDUCATION

Educating the enablers of the future

We provide high-quality and internationally recognised education in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

Fields of Study

BUSINESS STUDIES

TECHNOLOGY

ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES

COMMUNICATION STUDIES

The University of Vaasa’s strong appeal is reflected in increasing applicant numbers and in the high level of trust employers place in the skills of our graduates.

Our strong alumni engagement helps students build a network already during their studies – one that supports them throughout their careers.

students Over 7,000 Key figures

Number of applications

Growth 2023–2025

The University of Vaasa’s appeal is strengthening: applications to Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes increased by 40% between 2023 and 2025.

Master’s degrees

In 2025, the University of Vaasa awarded a record 116 Master of Science in Technology degrees and 592 Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration degrees. In total, 883 students completed a higher university degree, marking a 25% increase on the previous year and setting a new record in the University’s history.

An internationally recognised research university

Accreditation is an international recognition of quality and an integral part of the University of Vaasa’s continuous development. We regularly evaluate the quality and impact of our education, research and societal engagement, as well as the effectiveness of the services that support them, through both external and internal assessments.

Yliopiston merellinen kampus

University campus by the sea

Vaasan yliopiston moderni, kansainvälinen ja yhteisöllinen pääkampus Vaasassa on Suomen kauneimmaksi kutsuttu merenrantakampus. Lisäksi toimimme Helsingissä, Seinäjoella ja Kokkolassa sekä vaikutamme EU-tasolla Brysselissä.

The University of Vaasa’s modern, international, and vibrant campus in Vaasa is often described as the most beautiful seaside campus in Finland. In addition, we operate in Helsinki, Seinäjoki, Kokkola, and Pori, and are active at the EU level in Brussels.

ENERGY LAB

Yliopiston energialaboratoriokokonaisuus: moottori-, polttoaine­ ja geoenergia laboratoriot. The university’s energy laboratory complex: engine, fuel, and geoenergy laboratories.

ANKKURI

Henkilöstön monitilatoimisto ja koko yliopistoyhteisön yhteinen kohtaamispaikka.

A versatile workspace for staff and a communal hub for the whole university community.

TECHNOBOTHNIA FABRIIKKI

TECHNOBOTHNIA

Kolmen korkeakoulun yhteinen opetus­ ja tutkimuslaboratorio palvelee myös yrityselämää.

Joint university labs offering corporate services and collaboration.

TRITONIA

Kolmen korkeakoulun yhteinen tiedekirjasto ja oppimisympäristö.

A shared academic library and learning environment of three universities.

TERVAHOVI

Moderni ja monikäyttöinen oppimisen talo auditorioineen.

A modern, multi­purpose learning hub featuring auditoriums.