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
Topical
News
30.4.2025
A new multi-purpose sports court to be built at Kasarmintori by autumn
A new multi-purpose sports court will be constructed at Vaasa’s Kasarmintori by autumn. The outdoor basketball and floorball court will be built next to the...
10.4.2025
Suvilahti daycare will be closed for renovation over the summer
Suvilahti daycare will be closed from 1 June to 31 July for renovation. Punahilkka daycare will serve as the substitute daycare facility.
9.4.2025
Onkilahti Traffic Park will open on 2 May
The traffic park located in Onkilahti Activity Park in Vaasa will open again on Friday, 2 May.
31.3.2025
The new mobile library, Hilda, will be inaugurated on Saturday, 5 April at Vaasa’s Market Square
The official inauguration ceremony of Vaasa’s new mobile library, Hilda, will take place at Vaasa’s Market Square on Saturday, 5 April, from 11 to 13.
