Callcenter:
+358 40 141 5140 (local network rate or mobile charge)
info@osao.fi

International co-operation

Inquiries to study at OSAO:
OSAO Ovi admissions services
ovi@osao.fi, +358 40 8266 060

For organisations:
+358 40 167 9028 (Ms Mirja Hietala)
international@osao.fi

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Operator: CGI Suomi Oy
Transmit id: 003703575029
Online billing address: 003709924453

Invoicing information

Vaaleahiuksinen nainen seisoo sinistä taustaa vasten.

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Nainen seisoo portaikossa ja katsoo hymyillen kameraan.

We’re happy to welcome visitors and friends to OSAO and Oulu area

Visiting OSAO

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SKILLS
FOR
GROWTH

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About OSAO

At OSAO, skills grow. We educate a new generation of professionals who are ready to thrive in a changing world. The opportunities for growth at OSAO stem from innovation, sustainability and an international outlook. 

Professionals change the world. With future-proof skills, they not only adapt to change, but also steer it. 

About OSAO
Studying at OSAO
Visiting OSAO
Kolme ihmistä istuu pöydän ääressä hymyillen. Etualalla henkilö katsoo kameraan, ja taustalla kaksi muuta ihmistä, joista toinen käyttää kannettavaa tietokonetta.

Studying at OSAO

OSAO is one of the biggest vocational colleges in Finland. We provide vocational education in various fields. We warmly welcome international students to join us. You can apply to study in OSAO anytime throughout the year.

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Mies hymyilee ja keskustelee jonkun kanssa sisätiloissa.

Global Education Services

OSAO is active in the field of internationalization and education export.

Learn more about global education services
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Watch our brand video – Skills for growth

At OSAO, skills grow. We educate a new generation of professionals who are ready to thrive in a changing world. The opportunities for growth at OSAO stem from innovation, sustainability and an international outlook.

News, blogs and stories from OSAO

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  • Havainnekuva oppilaitoksen kampusaluuesta ilmakuvaksi piirrettynä.

    New Campus in Oulu by 2032

    OSAO is building a new campus in the Kaukovainio area of Oulu. Construction will begin in 2026,…

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  • Suomeksi: Hankkeen asiantuntijoita kuvattuna Oulun yliopiston pallon muotoisen kivipatsaan ja OSAOn rekan edessä. Kuvassa vasemmalta Kalle Nuortimo Oulun ammattikorkeakoulusta, Marjaana Komi OSAOsta ja Jouni Juntunen Oulun yliopistosta. In English: Experts from the project pictured in front of the spherical stone statue at the University of Oulu and OSAO’s truck. Pictured from left: Kalle Nuortimo from Oulu University of Applied Sciences, Marjaana Komi from OSAO, and Jouni Juntunen from the University of Oulu.

    OSAO Invests in the First Hydrogen Truck in Finland

    The collaboration coordinated by OSAO strengthens the development of hydrogen economy and the green transition…

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  • Mental wellbeing in Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    Struggles or undesired behaviours have always a reason behind them. Early recognition of troubles in…

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