Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

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rdf:langString Kajaani University of Applied Sciences (KAMK, in Finnish: Kajaanin ammattikorkeakoulu) is a university of applied sciences located in the town of Kajaani. There are approximately 2200 students and 230 members of staff at KAMK. Kajaani University of Applied Sciences has achieved success nationally in Ministry of Education and Culture outcome barometers where the quality of teaching and counselling has been considered the best in Finland for several years running. In addition, based on student feedback, the student satisfaction was the highest in Finland at KAMK in 2019. The Finnish Education Evaluation Centre (FINEEC) has awarded KAMK a quality label which is valid until 20 March 2021. On Kajaani University of Applied Sciences' integrated campus area all student services are close to each other. The campus, located a short walk away from the town centre, is surrounded by nature and different kinds of sports facilities. Organisational structure of KAMK: * School of Business (Tourism, Sports, Business) * School of Engineering (Information Systems, Mechanical and Mining Engineering) * School of Health (Nursing, Healthcare and Social Services) KAMK offers both Bachelor's and Master's degrees delivered in Finnish and four Bachelor's degrees and one Master's degree delivered in English: * Bachelor's Degree in International Business (Bachelor of Business Administration) * Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management (Bachelor of Sports Studies) * Bachelor's Degree in Tourism (Bachelor of Hospitality Management) * Bachelor's Degree in Esports Business (Bachelor of Business Administration) * Master's Degree in International Business Management (Master of Business Administration) The extent of studies in a university of applied sciences is 210 - 240 credits (ECTS), which means 3,5 – 4 years of studies. An essential part of studies is practical training worth 30 credits (ECTS), designed to provide students with the opportunity to put theory into practice. Internationality is emphasized in all education offered at Kajaani University of Applied Sciences. It is possible to complete part of the studies and the practical training also abroad using the worldwide network of partners. KAMK also offers double degree programmes, giving the students an opportunity to finish their studies with two bachelor's degrees.