About Us

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 Helsinki. Our partners include the University of Turku, the Natural Resources Institute Finland, the Migration Institute of Finland, and the University Association of South Ostrobothnia (Epky).

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.

Contact Us

The University Consortium of Seinäjoki is home to several professors, teaching staff, research personnel and project employees, as well as a unit that coordinates their activities.

Universities in Seinäjoki

The University Consortium is formed by Tampere University, the University of Helsinki, the University of Vaasa and the University of the Arts Helsinki. The University Consortium is also host to a food development research group from the University of Turku.

UCS Magazine

The University Consortium of Seinäjoki regularly publishes its own UCS Magazine.

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You can follow our news and current events on social media channels and by subscribing to the University Consortium´s Epanet newsletter.

University Consortiums in Finland

University consortiums form part of the Finnish higher education system. They operate in six locations: Kajaani, Kokkola, Lahti, Mikkeli, Pori and Seinäjoki.

The university consortiums promote university-level activities in regions that do not have their own universities.