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.

Saimaa Vocational College's fields of study:

  • Business and Administration
  • Agricultural and forestry matters
  • Services
  • Fields of technology
  • Health and wellness sectors
  • Data processing and telecommunications

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 labor college, general education and vocational adult education are produced in Imatra by Saimaa vocational college Sampo, South Karelia Summer University, Lappeenranta University of Technology and South Karelia Institute.

For more information:
Saimaa Vocational College Sampo
South Karelia Summer University
Continuing education at Lappeenranta University of Technology

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