Collaboration

Seinäjoki – the capital of Space 

We have space for all the good things. Seinäjoki has space for life and growth, space for entrepreneurship and success. We have space for new ideas and innovation. We have space for culture, sports and hobbies. We have space to unleashing your full potential, space for following your dreams. First and foremost, Seinäjoki has space for well-being, happiness and good life. 

City of entrepreneurship. Its technology industry is strong and evolving. The companies have pioneering, modern technology, next-generation automation and award-winning technological know-how.

Location: The centre of the province of Southern Ostrobothnia and one of the fastest growing urban centres and the sixth largest market area in Finland.

We are looking for new partners! 

The University Consortium of Seinäjoki is

• A networked community of 80 multidisciplinary experts from four Finnish universities. The University Consortium is formed by Tampere University, the University of Helsinki, the University of Vaasa and the University of the Arts.
• Our activities focus on four key areas: sustainable food solutions, smart technology, well-being and creativity, and entrepreneurship and growth.
• The activities of the University Consortium of Seinäjoki focus on research and development activities relevant to the region, continuous learning services, artistic activities, and the promotion of our societal impact.
• Home to several professors, teaching staff, research personnel and project employees, as well as a unit that coordinates their activities.
• Part of many international networks.

Contact Us

Mari Kekola
Higher Education Specialist, MSc (Admin), MA
tel. +358 50 591 7181
mari.kekola@tuni.fi

Annukka Annala
Specialist, MA
tel. 358 50 3137 433
annukka.annala@tuni.fi

What are we interested in? 

• New forms of collaboration between university education and the working life 

• Regional impact and development of university education 

How do we operate in Seinäjoki?  

Our activities place special emphasis on the perspective of society. We collaborate with both private and public actors. We apply the latest research data in a working life-oriented manner, and we can help you solve any problem, big or small.

Below you can read some examples of our collaboration practices. We would be happy to further develop them together. 

The Sustainable Food Business Study Module  

• The Sustainable Food Business Study Module (15 ECTS) is a joint program offered by the University of Helsinki and the University of Vaasa, focusing on sustainability and food business. This module leverages the unique characteristics and networks of the South Ostrobothnia food cluster. Each course includes an on-site period in South Ostrobothnia, organized in collaboration with local food industry stakeholders. During each course, students work in teams to solve sustainability challenges faced by partner companies. In addition to providing current and important content, the studies offer a unique opportunity to network with food industry stakeholders in the South Ostrobothnia region. 

GPT-LAB Seinäjoki 

• The goal of the GPTLAB Seinäjoki is to strengthen the ability of companies in the South Ostrobothnia region to utilize artificial intelligence, improve the region’s innovation capacity, and support sustainable development. The project builds expertise in the multidisciplinary application of artificial intelligence and deepens cooperation between local universities and companies. The aim is to integrate AI research into regional business, support education, and create conditions for new AI-based projects. Through the project, companies are provided with tools to develop and implement AI solutions, which supports productivity and the green transition. 
  
  Artistic Expertise in Solving Business Challenges
  
  
• Even the wicked problems facing different sectors of society can be addressed through creative thinking and artistic expertise. Artists often view things from perspectives that have not been previously considered, leading to unexpected breakthroughs beyond the realm of art. These interdisciplinary collaborations often create unexpected but successful results. At the University of the Arts Helsinki’s Seinäjoki Unit, artistic expertise has been advanced through several projects. For example, artistic expertise has been applied to solving food waste issues in schools and addressing challenges within the business sector.