When you have been accepted as a student at Arcada you have to confirm that you accept your study place to get the right to study.Your right to study for a bachelor’s or master’s degree at a university of applied sciences is granted by the Rector.
To keep your right to study you have to register for the Academic year, every year.
The right to study status is determined by the scope of the degree programme. As a rule, students are expected to accumulate 60 credits per academic year. Read more about how absence affects your study time here.
Bachelor degree programmes
| Degree programme | Credits | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| International Business | 210 credits | 3.5 years |
| Materials Processing Technology | 240 credits | 4 years |
| Mechanical and Sustainable Engineering | 240 credits | 4 years |
| Nursing | 210 credits | 3.5 years |
Studies for any Bachelor degree programme should be completed within a time period that is, at the most, one year longer than the time prescribed for that programme. You do not need to apply for the additional year. If you for some reason fail to finish your studies within the time limit given, the you may apply for extended right to study.
Master degree programmes
| Degree programme | Credits (ECTS) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Big Data Analytics (full-time) | 60 credits | 1 year |
| Energy Automation Sustainable Engineering (full-time) | 60 credits | 1 year |
| International Business Management (part-time) | 90 credits | 3 years |
| International Business Management (full-time) | 90 credits | 1.5 years |
| Leadership in Nordic Healthcare (part-time) | 90 credits | 3 years |
| Leadership in Nordic Healthcare (full-time) | 90 credits | 1.5 years |
| Media Management (full-time) | 60 credits | 1 year |
Studies for any Master degree programme should be completed within a time period that is, at the most, one year longer than the time prescribed for that programme. You do not need to apply for the additional year. If you for some reason fail to finish your studies within the time limit given, the you may apply for extended right to study.
We help with (among other things):
- Discount cards (HSL and KELA meal vouchers) NOTE! With a student card you get these benefits. We recommend that you use the HSL app.
- Academic year registration
- Study rights
- Application for a diploma
- Credits for external achievements
- Forms and certificates
- Change of first or last name and personal identity code
Visiting hours in the library and telephone hours (note that you can send us an e-mail at any time):
| Monday | No visiting hours |
| Tuesday | No visiting hours |
| Wednesday | 10-12 in the library |
| Thursday | 12-14 telephone hours |
| Friday | No visiting hours |