Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing (aimed at immigrants)

About this programme

The purpose of the bilingual Nursing degree programme is to train nursing professionals, who are capable of working in health care services in Finland using the Finnish language. The programme is bilingual (English and Finnish) and it is conducted partially in cooperation with Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and Tampere University of Applied Sciences. Applicants must have the minimum of B2 level in the English language (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ) to be accepted to the programme. There is no requirement for Finnish language skills. In the beginning, the studies will mostly be conducted in English, with Finnish language teaching gradually taking over. During the studies the Finnish language skills are improved, and by the time of graduation students will have reached the sufficient language proficiency in order to work in Finland as a nurse. In the beginning, the studies will mostly be conducted in English, with Finnish language teaching gradually taking over. Finnish language is integrated in the courses from the beginning of the studies. During the studies, the Finnish language skills are improved, and by the time of graduation, students will have reached the sufficient language proficiency in order to work in Finland as a nurse. In the curriculum, there are no elective studies other than Finnish language. The nursing studies combine practical skills with strong theoretical knowledge. To be able to help others, a nurse should be in good health and have the ability to function. As a nurse, you will plan, conduct and evaluate the care of patients together with the patient themselves and their next of kin. You will guide and advise patients. The job requires independent decision-making, as well as taking initiative and responsibility. The studies consist of theoretical nursing studies, multidisciplinary studies, practical training and the final project. The studies highlight intercultural communication and operating in the environments of Finnish health care services. You should be motivated and commit to developing your Finnish language skills to the required level. The study programme uses a variety of teaching techniques. The studies are mostly provided as contact teaching on campus, as simulation learning, and by training practical skills both independently and with other students. Some theoretical studies take place online. Graduates will be able to work in a wide range of positions in the health care field, working both independently and in multi-professional teams. You may find employment in primary health care, specialised nursing units or the private health care sector. In addition to these, the nurse’s degree will enable you to work as an expert or consultant, for a non-profit organization or in international duties.