Nursing

Would you like to study nursing in English in an international and multicultural environment? In this bilingual nursing program, you will begin your studies in English without Finnish language requirements. The program is also suitable for Finnish speakers who wish to study in English. The Nursing education combines both strong theoretical skills and diverse clinical practices. The studies consist of theoretical nursing studies, multidisciplinary innovation studies, language studies, Bachelor´s thesis and elective studies. About one third of the program consists of clinical practices in various social and health care environments, with patient contact. At the beginning of your studies, you will make a personal study plan (PSP). It will be based on the curriculum, your prior learning (RPL) and your individual objectives. During the studies, you can either start learning Finnish from the basics or continue the studies from your own starting level. Finnish language is integrated in the courses from the beginning of the studies. If your first language is not Finnish, the elective studies in your curriculum will be Finnish language studies. If your first language is Finnish, you can select also other elective studies. In daytime studies, various teaching and learning methods are applied. The studies are mostly provided as contact teaching on campus, as simulation learning and by training practical. Some theoretical studies take place online. On Myllypuro campus you will be studying in globally unique learning environments, including highly advanced simulation spaces. Supervised clinical practices follow the working hours of the unit in question, which may be in three shifts. The degree program meets the standards of European Union directive for Registered Nurses. After graduation, you will be able to work in Finnish language in Finnish healthcare with excellent employment and career opportunities. Studying in bilingual degree program will enhance your language skills and ability to work also in international environment.