FAQ Nursing

FAQ Nursing

1. Can I take the entrance examination for Nursing at another location than Vaasa, Finland?
No. The entrance examination for Nursing is only arranged in Vaasa, Finland, due to the nature of the entrance exam.

2. If I have already studied nursing related courses can I get them accredited if I am admitted?
Yes. If you have studied courses within the nursing field you can get them accredited by the Head of the Degree Programme, Maj-Helen Nyback, or a student counsellor after you are admitted to the programme if the course(s) correspond to the Nursing curriculum. There may be some testing involved before credits can be approved. The Admissions Office does not accredit courses.

3. Can I study Nursing courses at Novia UAS without being an admitted student?
Yes. If you live in Finland you can take courses through the Open UAS for a small fee. The Nursing programme can accept a few students through the open UAS for the academic year 2011-2012, open UAS students are accepted only if courses are not full.

4. When and where should I submit my health certificate?
After you are are admitted you should submit your health certificate no later than 2 August 2011 to: Britt-Marie Östergårds, Sarjakatu 2, 65320 Vaasa, Finland.

5. Who is my Student Affairs Officer?
Maj-Len Dahl is the Student Affairs Officer for the Degree Programme in Nursing, read more about student services .

6. If I want to apply to the Nursing programme what should I do?
You can apply for degree studies at the Degree Programme in Nursing during the joint application period 9 January - 14 February 2012 online at www.admissions.fi . Please also see the page about application or our application website for more information.

7. I was  registered as absent last year and I want to start my studies in the autumn 2011, what should I do?
In May 2011 you should receive a form for registration of attendance/ non-attendance. Fill it in and return it to your Student Affairs Officer. If you have moved to another address please let the Student Affairs Office know so that the form is sent to the correct address.