Read more about the study start at our different degree programmes further down on the page.
Pick-Up Service in Autumn 2024
Novia UAS organizes pick-up service for new International Degree students arriving from abroad in Autumn 2024.
Study start Bachelor of Maritime Management, Captain
The academic year begins with a first gathering during week 36. We will email you the exact date and time in the middle of August. The venue is Campus Aboa Mare, Juhana Herttuan puistokatu 21 (Hertig Johans parkgata 21), Auriga Business Center, Turku.
Information for students whose residence permit are delayed
Maritime Management, Captain, day-time students aren't offered online studies. You need to arrive in Finland before October 31st to be able to keep up with your studies. If you don’t get a resident permit before October 31st, we recommend that you postpone your studies for one year until the fall of 2025.
Always keep the head of your degree programme and the Admissions office informed of your situation. Here at Novias website you will find more information for students whose residence permits are delayed.
Part-time students of Maritime Management, Captain – please contact the head of your degree programme for information about possibilities to start your studies while waiting for a resident’s permit.
Study start Bachelor of Engineering, Maritime Technology
The academic year begins with a first gathering during week 36. We will email you the exact date and time in the middle of August. The venue is Campus Aboa Mare, Juhana Herttuan puistokatu 21 (Hertig Johans parkgata 21), Auriga Business Center, Turku.
Information for students whose residence permit are delayed
Maritime Technology doesn’t offer online studies. You need to arrive in Finland before October 31st to be able to start your studies. If you don’t get a resident permit before October 31st, we recommend that you postpone your studies for one year until September 2025.
Always keep the head of your degree programme and the Admissions office informed of your situation. Here at Novias website you will find more information for students whose residence permits are delayed.
Study start Master of Engineering, Autonomous Maritime Operations
Master of Engineering, Autonomous Maritime Operations
The academic year begins with a kick-off on the 5th September 2024 at 09 AM, Finland time. Please note and book in to your schedules. The kick-off continues on the 6th September when we will also start the course Research Methods.
You are welcome to take part in person here at Campus Aboa Mare, Juhana Herttuan puistokatu 21, Turku, auditorium 'Soya' or online using the Webex-platform: https://novia.webex.com/meet/thomas.finne
We will begin with an introduction to master’s degree studies by providing useful information concerning your studies, practicing with the e-learning platform, and getting acquainted with research and research methods. During the study kick-off we will also get an introduction to the Student Services Front Office, Student Counsellors, Library Services, and RDI-Team.
The schedules for students starting autumn 2024
The schedule for new students will be published at the end of May.
Study start Master of Engineering/Master of Maritime Management, Maritime Management
The academic year begins with a kick-off on the 5th September 2024 at 09 AM, Finland time. Please note and book in to your schedules. The kick-off continues on the 6th September when we will also start the course Research Methods.
You are welcome to take part in person here at Campus Aboa Mare, Juhana Herttuan puistokatu 21, Turku, auditorium 'Soya' or online using the Webex-platform: https://novia.webex.com/meet/thomas.finne
We will begin with an introduction to master’s degree studies by providing useful information concerning your studies, practicing with the e-learning platform, and getting acquainted with research and research methods. During the study kick-off we will also get an introduction to the Student Services Front Office, Student Counsellors, Library Services, and RDI-Team.
The schedules for students starting autumn 2024
The schedule for new students will be published at the end of May.
About Campus Aboa Mare
The campus offers a modern learning environment close to the harbour and Turku castle. The facilities are shared with Axxell secondary level vocational institute and Aboa Mare training centre for professional seafarers and authorities.
Bring Your Own Device, BYOD
Although there are computer classrooms on campus, as a student you are encouraged to get a laptop computer for your studies.
You should choose a laptop computer that can run office programs. The laptop computer should have an internet connection and a webcam, so that if necessary, you can participate in distance learning with your own video and audio. The computers are usually connected via Novia's wireless network, and it's good if they last a few hours on a single charge.
For normal use, Windows 11 with at least 8GB of memory is recommended.
In courses that require heavier software or special equipment, we use our computer classrooms or cloud services. Our aim is to use, when possible, programs available as free versions.
At the start of the study, you will get instructions on how to get free access to Microsoft Office 365, as well as how to install Microsoft Security Essentials antivirus software. Digital material is stored on OneDrive for Business, where you can share it with other students and teachers.
Within certain limits, Linux and Apple MacOS can also be used. To run certain programs, these operating systems require virtualization software with which to run Windows virtually. This virtualization software may have an additional cost and requires some technical knowledge to install and administer. Chromebook or Windows 11 SE devices are not suitable for study use on Novia.
Novia account
Your Novia account is automatically created when you are admitted to Novia and information on how to use it will be sent to your private email address.