Accept your study place and get started!
Accept your study place at HAMK and get started!
Start your international student journey with HAMK by first confirming your study place. Take care of other student registration matters on time.
In this page, you will find information on accepting your study place at HAMK, registering for the academic year, activating your HAMK student user ID, starting the self-study online course – Digital Starter Kit, and Orientation Days Autumn 2023.
After you have been admitted to a degree programme, you will receive an email with a confirmation link. You must confirm the study place by 14 July 2023!
Confirm your study place electronically through the link provided in the email notification.
- If you have a Finnish ID number and online banking credentials, mobile certificate, or an electronic ID card you can confirm the study place by logging in at the My Studyinfo service.
- If you don’t have a Finnish ID number nor online banking credentials, mobile certificate, or an electronic ID card, please read the instructions on the My Studyinfo email notification you received.
- If you are for some reason not able to confirm your study place electronically, please contact the Admission Services of HAMK.
Make sure that you make the confirmation on time. Otherwise, you will lose the study place offered to you. Once you have confirmed your study place, it is binding and irrevocable and cannot be altered.
Please notice that if you accept the study place you cannot later accept any other study places leading to a higher education degree in Finland if the studies begin during the same semester (1 January – 31 July, 1 August – 31 December).
One study place per term provision
You may accept only one study place leading to a higher education degree in Finland in education that begins in the same academic term. This rule applies to all higher education. Higher education degrees included in the provision are:
- Bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees awarded by Finnish universities of applied sciences
- Bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees awarded by Finnish universities
- Licentiate and Doctoral degrees awarded by Finnish universities
The provision applies to higher education regardless of how the studies are provided. For example, if you accept a study place offered to you through HAMK’s direct application, you cannot later accept a study place from the joint application to higher education if the studies begin during the same semester.
Only exceptions to the provision are:
- Transfer student selections
- the Åland University of Applied Sciences
- the Police University College of Finland
The provision is also not applied to studies at foreign higher education institutions.
The academic term (1.8.−31.12. or 1.1.−31.7) is the set framework for implementation. The provision does not prevent acceptance of a place in another degree programme during another academic term. Even if you postpone the commencement of your studies, or interrupt your studies, you cannot accept another study place for a degree programme starting in the same academic term.
Registering for the academic year
You need to register for the semester/academic year electronically through the link that was provided to you in the email notification.
Please note that if you are required to pay tuition fees for your studies, you are not able to register for the semester/academic year electronically before you have paid the tuition fee. In that case, you should make the registration as soon as you have paid the tuition fee.
Also, if you confirmed your study place conditionally and remain on the waiting list for reserve places you are not yet able to register for the semester/academic year. You should make the registration as soon as you are no longer remaining on the waiting list for reserve places.
Registering as non-attending
You can register as absent with the enrolment form, but you must prove the legal grounds for your absence. According to the Polytechnics Act, a first-year student may register as non-attending for the academic year for the following reasons only:
- Military service, non-military service or women’s voluntary military service
Documents that prove the legal grounds for your absence: Call-up order - Maternity, paternity, or parental leave
Documents that prove the legal grounds for your absence:- Kela’s certificate regarding maternity, paternity, or parental allowance period or, if the certificate has not yet been received, a medical certificate regarding the pregnancy
- Corresponding certificates from the authorities of other countries regarding statutory parental leave
- Personal illness or injury
Documents that prove the legal grounds for your absence:- Sickness allowance decision or, if no decision exists, a medical certificate. The medical certificate must state which illness or injury the student suffers from, and that this condition prevents the student from beginning their studies on 1 January 2023 (January intake) / 1 August 2023 (August intake).
- Obstacles caused by the practical arrangements required by the illness or injury: an adequate clarification, e.g., a certificate from the student housing foundation that the student is on the waiting list for an apartment required by his or her injury. The student’s own notification is not an adequate clarification.
Documents proving the legal grounds for your absence must be submitted to the Admission Services of HAMK by 31 December 2022 (for January intake) / 31 July 2023 (for August intake) at the latest. The documents must be submitted in Finnish, Swedish or English. You can send required documents electronically with secured way by using this link.
If the legal grounds for your absence apply only to the second academic term (e.g., military service or maternity leave beginning in January), you may register as non-attending for the entire academic year if you wish. You may also change the status of your registration for the spring term from ‘attending’ to ‘non-attending’ during the spring term registration period.
If you register as ‘non-attending’ in your first academic year but fail to deliver sufficient clarification regarding the grounds for your absence, you will lose your right to study. If you wish to begin your studies at a later time, you must apply for readmission. Readmission does not require participation in the student admissions procedure.
Copies of certificates (concerns only students admitted based on previous school performance)
If you are offered a study place based on your previous school performance, and you complete your degree in spring/summer 2023, please send a copy of your graduation certificate to admissions@hamk.fi by 14 July 2023.
All other students:
You are not required to provide a copy of your graduation certificate before starting your studies. Bring along your original certificates with you in the beginning of your studies.
Original certificates
Bring along your original certificates, your passport/identity card and residence permit card with you on the first day of your studies. The original certificates will be checked during the first two weeks of study. If you do not bring along the original certificates by the date given, your study place will be cancelled.
If you have enrolled as ‘non-attending’, your original documents will be checked when you start your studies.
You will receive an email once your student ID has been created. This ID gives you access to all HAMK’s student systems. Firstly, you activate your ID at HAMK Identity Service , please find the instructions here. After that, you need to enable multi-factor authentication for Office365 services. Find instructions for that here.
For more information and in case of an error, please contact ServiceDesk. Service desk is a customer services system that HAMK uses for advising students and staff. By using the ServiceDesk, a customer services ticket will be generated specifically for you and for your matters. The IT department can keep track with your questions and offer advice to you by following the same ticket.
NB: you can log in to ServiceDesk only after you already have acquired and activated your HAMK student ID. If you don’t have a HAMK student ID yet, please contact the IT department by the email it@hamk.fi instead. That also creates a ticket automatically.When you contact the IT service, remember to include a descriptive subject line and detailed description!
Log in to HAMK services
Logging in to HAMK services is done by either using short form of username or long form of username. Short username is typed in the form of firstname12345. Long username is typed in the form of firstname12345@student.hamk.fi. You can type in the form of username accordingly to what it is asked for in the login window.
Log in to Google cloud services
Logging in to Google cloud services is usually done by the form of username@student.hamk.fi.
IT Services
You can easily find all IT services listed and links to instructions here. You can search for services with a keyword, mark services as your favourite, so you can return to them next time or browse the automatically updated list of most searched services.
Studying on your personal computer
BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) refers to the use of your personal devices for study and work purposes while inside HAMK’s premises. Your studies at HAMK will not always be tied to any specific times or classroom facilities. Your studies will include digital learning environments and materials.
Digipedagogical guidelines is where you’ll find the guidelines for utilizing digital tools in HAMK gathered in one place.
Starter Kit of Digital Skills are for all new degree students
Starter Kit of Digital Skills will help you to start using HAMK online tools, equipment, environments and methods used in higher education studies. Get familiar with the content and instructions of the Starter Kit.
Instructions:
- Go to HAMK’s online learning platform, Moodle
- Choose “HAMK login”. Log in with your activated HAMK user account
- Once you are in the Moodle platform, go to the Starter Kit of Digital Skills at https://learn.hamk.fi/course/view.php?id=10816
When you enroll for the first time, you also need the student enrolment key, which is: Digistarter-23
If you have any questions related to Starter Kit of Digital Skills, please contact to askus@hamk.fi.
Orientation Get-Together Day is back again in autumn 2023! The Day will be on Thursday 17 August from 10:00 – 17:30 and the programme is held on Hämeenlinna University Centre.
Details of the programme can be found below.
The Day welcomes all new international students who will start their studies at HAMK in autumn 2023. This includes bachelor´s degree students from English taught degree programmes, master´s degree students from English taught master’s degree programmes, all exchange students, double degree students from abroad, and students from our partner universities who come to complete an internship at HAMK for one to two semesters.
The Day will be filled with presentations, stands, discussion panels and many interactive activities.
If you plan to visit DVV for registering in the Finnish population system, read through DVV´s instructions carefully and prepare for the documents needed for the registration before the Orientation Get-Together Day. If you miss important documents, you need to book a separate time with DVV to handle the registration separately. Check out the section “DVV registration” below for more information.
Vote for your favourite stands to be eligible for winning a lottery during Closing of the day! Voting link here: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/0E269D69BC091BDE. Vote before 15:30 to be qualified.
Please find more information about the programme below.
*The programme is subject to change.
Morning coffee and tea
Location: 1st floor lobby, C building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
N.B.! Coffee and tea are not allowed in the auditorium room. But you can bring your own bottle.
Opening of the Day
Location: Auditorium, 1st floor, C building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Programme:
Welcoming speech, Heidi Ahokallio-Leppälä
This is HAMK, Sarianne Vihakara
Safety of the Day, Reima Kallinen
Programme of the Day, Annina Herala-Hemmilä
Lunch
Location: Sodexo, 1st floor, D building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Notes:
- You should receive a KELA student meal subsidy card from your own degree programme before the Orientation Get-Together Day.
- You can check Sodexo´s menu from here: https://www.sodexo.fi/en/restaurants/restaurant-visis-hamk-hameenlinna.
- You need to pay for your own lunch.
- If for some reason you have not received it, you can visit the Student Services desk at C-149 for extra support during the Day.
Info sessions
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Location: Auditorium, 1st floor, C building (except for General Health Care for Exchange Students, see the information at the end of the table below)
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Presentations:
| Time | Title | Topics | Presenter(s) |
| 11:00 – 11:10 | Studying at HAMK | Theory and practice, group work, role of teachers | Olli Pöyry |
| 11:10 – 11:20 | Viva Engage & Tuudo | Viva Engage communication platform at HAMK, reservation platform Tuudo | Hanna-Kaisa Hytönen |
| 11:20 – 11:30 | HAMK Library | Library services at HAMK | Marjo Tiitta, Rosa Ovaska |
| 11:30 – 11:40 | Student Services | Student Services at HAMK | Pirkko Holstila, Mikaela Moore |
| 11:40 – 11:50 | Student Wellbeing | Psychology, special needs, and student welfare | Samu Toivonen, Leena-Maija Storbjörk, Maija Partanen |
| 11:50 – 12:00 | HAMK Talent Boost | Mentoring, support for integration and career development in Finland | Qingyang Li, Katariina From |
| 12:00 – 12:15 | Break | ||
| 12:15 – 12:25 | HAMK Moves | Gym and sports services for students | Jari Virtanen, |
| 12:25 – 12:35 | First steps towards Finnish language learning | Finnish language curriculum at HAMK, learning Finnish as a foreign language | Elina Hietaranta |
| 12:35 – 12:45 | HAMKO Student Union | Student Membership and student card | Emma Kokkonen |
| 12:45 – 12:55 | HAMK Design Factory | Multidisciplinary studies, company projects, and hands-on learning | Jali Närhi, Eeva Hirvinen |
| 12:55 – 13:05 | Entrepreneurial University & Gaming Academy | Entrepreneurship studies at HAMK, gaming labs | Jukka Raitanen |
| 13:05 – 13:15 | Student Health Care Services for Degree Students and Double Degree Students (YTHS/FSHS) | Health care services for degree students | Anna Koivisto, Johanna Seppänen, Janika Särestö |
| 13:15 – 13:30 | Break | ||
| 13:30 – 13:50 | Kela, the Social Insurance Institution of Finland | Social benefits for international situations | Lehtonen Juha, Kettunen Joona |
| 13:50 – 14:00 | Hämeen Setlementti | Finnish language & culture, guidance and volunteer work | Jenni Tokpanou |
| 14:00 – 14:10 | Public libraries in Finland / Hämeenlinna city library | Library system and services in Hämeenlinna and in Finland | Erika Kallinen |
| 14:10 – 14:20 | City of Hämeenlinna | Tourism and public transportation | Sari Hautamäki, Hanna Sipilä |
| 14:20 – 14:40 | Integration Services | Integration services and webpage information for families and students | Emma Nurmi-Matongo, Karoliina Saarinen, Niina Mäkelä, Mari Tomperi, Sari Ilovuori |
| Health care services for exchange students | NB: Presentation will be located at C-130 (1st floor, C building) | ||
| 13:00 – 13:30 | General Health Care (FOR EXCHANGE STUDENTS ONLY) | Health care services for exchange students | Johanna Helanen |
* Sequence and presentations might change.
Stands
Location: 1st floor lobby of C building and 1st floor lobby of N building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Stands:
Vote for your favourite stands to be eligible for winning a lottery at the closing of the day! Voting link here: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/0E269D69BC091BDE. Vote before 15:30 to be qualified.
| Stands | Topics |
| This is HAMK | Goin` Student Community platform and housing info |
| Viva Engage and Tuudo | Viva Engage communication platform at HAMK, reservation platform Tuudo |
| Tuition fee and scholarship (FOR TUITION FEE PAYING STUDENTS ONLY) | Tuition fee and scholarship (FOR TUITION FEE PAYING STUDENTS ONLY) |
| Studying at HAMK | Theory and practice, group work, role of teachers |
| Student Wellbeing | Psychology, special needs, and student welfare |
| RUN- EU University | Short Advanced Programmes (SAP), RUN-EU programmes |
| Hämeen setlementti | Immigrants’ settlement services in Häme region |
| Integration services (Hämeenlinna) | Integration services (Hämeenlinna) |
| MyIntegration (Häme region) | Multilingual webpage supporting integration in Häme region |
| Integration services (Riihimäki) | Integration services (Riihimäki) |
| Integration services (Forssa) | Integration services (Forssa) |
| Integration services (Valkeakoski) | Integration services (Valkeakoski) |
| Vanajaveden Opisto | Hobby courses, Finnish courses |
| Ohjaamot | One stop guidance centre for young people |
| City of Hämeenlinna | Public transportation and Tourism |
| Visit Forssa region | Living and leisure time activities in Forssa |
| Local Tapiola | Insurance agreements |
| TimeTravels | Lapland trips for students |
| Kiertokapula | Waste management in residential areas |
| Luotsi Säätiö | Recycling centres (furniture and home appliances) |
| 4H association Hämeenlinna region | Second-hand bicycles |
| Driving in Finland | Driving in Finland, exchange driving license to the Finnish license |
| Osuuspankki I Pohjola insurance | Banking and insurance |
| Library system and services in Finland | Library system and services in Finland |
| HAMK Library | Library services at HAMK |
| Design Factory |
Multidisciplinary studies, company projects, 3D printing, and hands-on learning. *Treasure hunt activity |
| HAMK Communications | HAMK Photography and products |
| RUN EU University | Short Advanced Programmes abroad |
| TE Services | Hämeenlinna Employment Services |
| Kela | The Social Insurance Institution of Finland |
| Finnish Student Health Services for Degree Students | Finnish Student Health Service for Degree Students |
| DNA phone operator | Each student can get one prepaid sim card for free (with 5 euro in the card) |
* Stands number and attendance might change as the planning process goes.
Activities
Location: See below
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Open office:
| Open office | Topics | Location |
| HAMK Moves | Sports activity and services |
1st floor lobby, S building (indoor) Lawn area between C building and S building |
| Finnish language learning | Basic Finnish words and phrases | Finnish teacher on the move |
| Treasure hunt 1 | Design Factory premises | Please get the map from Design Factory stand |
| Treasure hunt 2 | HAMK Library premises | Please get instructions from HAMK Library stand |
Open Office
Location: See below
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Open office:
| Open office | Topics | Location |
| Entrepreneurial University & Gaming Academy | entrepreneurship courses, gaming labs | C – 125, 1st floor, C building |
| IT clinic | Basic computering, username & password, electronic devices | C-126, 1st floor, C building |
| HAMKO Student Union | Student union membership, student card, survival kits | C-138, 1st floor, C building |
| Student Services | Student certificates, KELA subsidy meal cards | C-149, 1st floor, C building |
| HAMK International | Exchange studies | C-154, 1st floor, C building |
| RUN EU University | Short Advanced Programmes | C-154, 1st floor, C building |
| HAMK Talent Boost | Mentoring, support for integration and career development in Finland | C-154, 1st floor, C building |
| HAMK Library | library cards, library services at HAMK | 2nd floor lobby, N building |
DVV registration
Location: C-146, 1st floor, C building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Activity:
Registration of address in Finland and obtain your Finnish personal identity code (also known as social security number). Registration is free of charge.
IMPORTANT instructions and preparation:
Read through DVV´s instructions carefully and prepare for the documents needed for the registration before the Orientation Get-Together Day. If you miss important documents, you need to book a separate time with DVV to handle the registration separately.
- You need to choose next steps according to your citizenship.
- Depending on your citizenship, you need to prepare different documents.
- If you have already received a personal identity code, you need to register your address with DVV.
- If your registration at DVV goes successful during the Orientation Get-Together Day, you do not need to make a separate appointment with the DVV office.
Afternoon coffee, tea and snack
Location: 1st floor lobby, D building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
N.B.! Coffee and tea are not allowed in the auditorium room. But you can bring your own bottle.
Get Together and Network!
Location: 1st floor lobby, D building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Activity:
- Interactive activities.
- Students Talk. Alumni and senior students from international degree programmes are invited to talk to new students. New students can ask questions freely and network with alumni and senior students.
- Networking with alumni and senior students.
Closing of the Day
Location: 1st floor lobby, D building
Map: Hämeenlinna University Centre map
Activity:
- Lottery. Voting link here: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/0E269D69BC091BDE. Vote before 15:30 to be qualified.
- Close-ups.
Info Desk
Transportation in between campuses
Smoking
Indoor smoking is strictly prohibited, including electronic cigarettes.
When smoking outdoor, use the designated smoking point, which is located in front of N building´s back entrance. See Hämeenlinna University Centre map.
Parking for students
Parking areas for students is at P1. See Hämeenlinna University Centre map.
