Vocational training and postgraduate studies

Saimaa Vocational College Sampo

Saimaa Vocational College offers multidisciplinary vocational training for young people and adults, as well as training and development services for companies and other community customers. Sampo has offices in Imatra, Lappeenranta and Ruokolahti.

Discover Sampo's education offerings

Further education

The goal of adult education is to raise the general level of education in the Imatra region, promote skill-based employment and regional competitiveness, and improve educational equality.

In addition to the city's own workers' college, Imatra also provides general and vocational adult education at the Saimaa Vocational College Sampo, the South Karelia Summer University, LUT University and the South Karelia Institute.

For more information:
Saimaa Vocational College Sampo
South Karelia Summer University
LUT University Continuing Education

Humanistic University of Applied Sciences

In Humak, you can study in education leading to a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Master of Science (YAMK) degree:

• Community development as a strength area (community pedagogue training) you can study to become a professional in youth work, organizational work, development of work communities and adventure education.
• In the field of strength of cultural production (cultural producer training) you will study to become a professional in cultural production and project management and will be equipped to work as an entrepreneur in the creative economy.
• Interpretation and linguistic accessibility as a strength area (interpreter training) you will train as a sign language interpreter or as a speech-replacement communication expert and communication instructor.

Humak's open university studies include study modules, free introductory courses and study paths.

For more information:

Humanistic University of Applied Sciences

LAB University of Applied Sciences

At LAB University of Applied Sciences, you can study social and health care, technology, business, hotel, restaurant and tourism, as well as design, art and visual communication. LAB's Design Institute continues the long traditions of Lahti Design Institute and Imatra Art School.

For more information: 
LAB University of Applied Sciences

LUT University

LUT University (Lappeenrantan-Lahti University of Technology LUT) has operated since 1969 as a pioneering science university combining technology and economics. The university operates on two campuses, in Lappeenranta and Lahti.

For more information:
LUT University