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LAB University

Where Innovation, Practical Learning and Global Opportunities Meet.

LAB University

LAB University of Applied Sciences is a higher education institution that specialises in innovation, business and various industries. LAB operates in the Finnish cities of Lahti and Lappeenranta. It offers education in the five fields of business, design, fine arts and visual communication, health care and social services, technology and tourism and hospitality. We focus on supporting responsible, regenerative growth through intangible value creation, multipurpose materials, and human well-being. LAB provides education to 10,400 students and employs 600 teachers and RDI experts, which makes it the sixth largest university of applied sciences in Finland. LAB has an active approach where students and experts create growth in collaboration with business enterprises.

Established in 2020

Strong International Focus
LAB has over 300 global partner universities, enabling student exchanges, joint programs and double degrees across Europe and beyond.

Practice-oriented Education
With a strong focus on real-world learning, LAB integrates practical training, internships and RDI (research, development & innovation) projects with companies into every program.

Modern Campuses and Online Flexibility
LAB operates from two modern campuses in Lahti and Lappeenranta and also offers flexible online programs to support diverse learning needs.

Supportive Environment for International Students
LAB provides dedicated student services, including orientation, Finnish language training, cultural adaptation programs and guidance for job-seeking in Finland.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES

Explore a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and specialised programmes designed to build industry-ready skills, foster innovation, and prepare you for global career opportunities.

Popular Courses

Choose from internationally recognised bachelor’s programmes that combine academic excellence, practical learning,
and industry exposure to build a strong foundation for your future.

Course Name (Degree) Eligibility Programme Description and Career Prospects (CP)
Sustainable Solutions Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering) Upper secondary certificate (higher-education eligibility); IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Selection: certificate and/or entrance assignment. Bachelor of Engineering programme covering renewable energy technology, environmental engineering and sustainable industrial solutions, with hands-on laboratory and project work. CP: Sustainability engineer, environmental technology specialist, renewable energy engineer.
Industrial Information Technology (Bachelor of Engineering) Upper secondary certificate (higher-education eligibility); IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Selection: certificate and/or entrance assignment. Bachelor of Engineering programme covering software development, industrial automation and IT systems used in manufacturing and industrial environments. CP: Software developer, industrial IT specialist, automation systems engineer.
International Business (Bachelor of Business Administration) Upper secondary certificate (higher-education eligibility); IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Selection: certificate and/or entrance assignment. Bachelor of Business Administration programme covering international trade, marketing, finance and cross-cultural management, preparing graduates for global business roles. CP: International business coordinator, marketing executive, business development associate.
Business Information Technology (Bachelor's (UAS)) Upper secondary certificate (higher-education eligibility); IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Selection: certificate and/or entrance assignment. Bachelor's programme combining business administration studies with information technology and digitalisation, covering business analytics, digital services and IT project management. CP: Business analyst, digital business developer, IT project coordinator.
Industrial Design (Bachelor of Culture and Arts) Upper secondary certificate (higher-education eligibility); IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Selection: certificate and/or entrance assignment. Bachelor of Culture and Arts programme in industrial design, covering product design, sustainable design practice, prototyping and design for manufacturing. CP: Product/industrial designer, design consultant, sustainable design specialist.
Tourism and Hospitality Management (Bachelor's (UAS)) Upper secondary certificate (higher-education eligibility); IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Selection: certificate and/or entrance assignment. Bachelor's programme covering tourism business, hospitality operations and customer experience management, with practical training in the tourism and hospitality sector. CP: Tourism/hospitality manager, customer experience coordinator, tour operator roles.
Nursing (Bachelor of Health Care) Upper secondary certificate (higher-education eligibility); IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Selection: certificate and/or entrance assignment. Plus compulsory health-field aptitude assessment and health declaration. Bachelor of Health Care programme preparing registered nurses, covering clinical nursing skills, patient care, health promotion and evidence-based practice with clinical placements. CP: Registered nurse, clinical nurse, health care professional.
Course Name (Degree) Eligibility Programme Description and Career Prospects (CP)
Business Innovation, Culture and Creativity (Master of Business Administration) Relevant Bachelor's (UAS or university) + at least 2 yrs relevant work experience after the Bachelor's; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Programme-specific entrance assessment and application review. Master of Business Administration programme combining business innovation management with creative and cultural industry practices, covering innovation strategy and creative leadership. CP: Innovation manager, creative business consultant, business development lead.
Circular Economy Solutions (Master's (UAS)) Relevant Bachelor's (UAS or university) + at least 2 yrs relevant work experience after the Bachelor's; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Programme-specific entrance assessment and application review. Multidisciplinary Master's programme covering circular economy business models, resource efficiency, sustainable materials and circular design across technology and business perspectives. CP: Circular economy specialist, sustainability consultant, resource management coordinator.
Design for the Planet (Master of Culture and Arts) Relevant Bachelor's (UAS or university) + at least 2 yrs relevant work experience after the Bachelor's; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Programme-specific entrance assessment and application review. Master of Culture and Arts programme exploring design practice for environmental and social sustainability, covering systems thinking, sustainable design methods and creative research. CP: Sustainability designer, design researcher, creative director for sustainable design.
Emergency Care Systems Development and Leadership (Master of Social and Health Care) Relevant Bachelor's (UAS or university) + at least 2 yrs relevant work experience after the Bachelor's; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Programme-specific entrance assessment and application review. Master of Social and Health Care programme developing leadership and systems-development competencies for emergency and acute care services, covering service design and management. CP: Emergency care systems manager, paramedic services team leader, health care development manager.
Technological Transformation Leadership (Master's (UAS)) Relevant Bachelor's (UAS or university) + at least 2 yrs relevant work experience after the Bachelor's; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent. Programme-specific entrance assessment and application review. Master's programme developing leadership competencies for managing technological change in organisations, covering digital transformation strategy, innovation management and technology leadership. CP: Technology transformation manager, digitalisation lead, innovation and technology consultant.
Additional Information Bachelor's Master's
Tuition fees (per academic year, non-EU/EEA) EUR 11,000 / year base price for all 7 programmes. EUR 18,000 one-time total for the whole master's degree (not charged yearly) - all 5 programmes.
Application period Joint application only: 7-21 Jan 2027 (Studyinfo.fi). Joint application only: 7-21 Jan 2027 (Studyinfo.fi).
Scholarship opportunities
  • Early-bird price: EUR 9,000 for the first year.
  • No scholarship in year 1; up to EUR 3,000 scholarship for continuing students from year 2 (credit-based).
  • Early-bird total: EUR 15,000.
  • No scholarships are available for master's students.

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