The Foundation Year Technology programme at South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences is your essential first step towards a successful career in the technology sector. This programme is designed for students eager to experience Finnish higher education and build a strong foundation for future degree studies. You will gain valuable credit points, develop essential language and digital skills, and become familiar with IT fundamentals, ensuring a smooth transition into a full-time degree. This is an ideal pathway for those seeking to immerse themselves in a new academic and cultural environment.
This full-time, on-campus foundation year is structured to provide you with a comprehensive introduction to university-level study over one year. You will engage with 25 ECTS of language and digital skills, 30 ECTS of IT foundation studies, and 5 ECTS of complementary studies. Upon successful completion, you will be well-prepared to transfer directly into the second year of a technology degree programme at Xamk, with your earned ECTS credits counting towards your degree. You will graduate with enhanced academic readiness and a clear pathway to further specialisation.