LAB University of Applied Sciences

LAB University of Applied Sciences was formed in 2020 by the merger of Lahti University of Applied Sciences and Saimaa University of Applied Sciences. Its faculty of art and design is one of the largest in the Nordic region. Its campuses are located in the cities of Lahti and Lappeenranta.

This subject-specific exchange partner is suitable for students in the following subject area(s) only:  

  • Design - Fashion
  • Design - Interior Design
  • Design - Jewellery/Silversmithing
  • Design - Animation
  • Fine Art

Teaching is available in English. Students should be able to take a full course load in English at this institution.


You can view the courses offered for exchange students on their website.

Courses for exchange students


To help to budget and manage your money while studying in Finland there is useful information on living costs on the LAB University of Applied Sciences website.

Living costs in Finland


LAB University of Applied Sciences publishes a general guide for incoming study exchange students with information on application, welcome, Finnish visas and residence permits, frequently asked questions and more.

LAB exchange student guide 


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