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Study in Diak
Diak is a university of applied sciences in Finland specialising in social services and healthcare, diaconia and interpreting.
Come study at Finland’s most recommended university of applied sciences!
Are you interested in working in social services or healthcare? Looking for a top-quality degree in Finland?
Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Diak) is a specialized higher education institution in Finland, offering high-quality education in social services, healthcare, diaconia, and interpreting. Our practice-oriented approach empowers compassionate professionals to build a more socially just world.
We offer Bachelor’s degree programmes (UAS degrees) in both Finnish and English, as well as Master’s degree programmes (UAS Master’s) in Finnish. You can also complete smaller study modules and individual courses as continuing education or through our Open UAS.
Apply to Diak（https://www.diak.fi/en/apply-to-diak/）
Course search（https://www.diak.fi/en/course-search/）
Why Diak?
Diak is one of the leading educators in its fields in Finland. Our graduates have the best employment outcomes in the country – over 90% find a job within a year of graduation.
30 Years of Specialized Excellence
For three decades, Diak has focused solely on social services and healthcare. As a well-known, highly respected institution in Finland, our long-standing expertise ensures your degree holds genuine weight in the working world.
Top Graduate Employment
Over 90% of Diak graduates find employment within a year of graduation giving us one of the highest graduate employment rates in Finland. Social work and nursing rely on human empathy, care, and ethics — qualities the algorithms and AI cannot replace. By studying at Diak, you enter a high-demand sector with strong job security in an increasingly automated world.
Please note, that while you can study and live comfortably in English, learning Finnish is key to unlocking your full career potential in Finland. We actively support your language learning alongside your studies, guiding you through practical training placements and helping you to build a successful career in Finland.
Radically Human
We work to prevent social exclusion and build a sustainable society where everyone can thrive. For you, this means a warm, supportive environment from day one, whether you are relocating as a young adult or with your family. To ensure true individual support, we deliberately keep our international student groups small, fostering direct dialogue with lecturers and a close-knit community where every individual matters.
Active Support for Internships and Careers
Navigating the Finnish labour market is much easier with local support. We actively guide you in securing practical training placements during your studies and launching your career in Finland or Europe after graduation.
Study in the Heart of Helsinki
All our English-taught programmes are based at our modern, compact campus in Helsinki（https://www.myhelsinki.fi/visit-helsinki/）. Easily accessible by public transport from anywhere in the capital region, Diak puts you at the heart of Finland’s vibrant capital—offering rich cultural experiences, diverse international networks, and a safe, family-friendly environment with nature right at your doorstep.
Explore the Different Study Options
BA of Social Services（https://www.diak.fi/en/amk-tutkinto/ba-of-social-services/）
BA of Health Care, Nursing（https://www.diak.fi/en/amk-tutkinto/ba-of-health-care-nursing/）
Open UAS（https://www.diak.fi/en/open-uas/）
Open UAS – Path studies（https://www.diak.fi/en/open-uas/path-studies/）
Rolling Admission
If you’re applying from abroad, use the Rolling Admission route to secure your study place early and allow enough time for residence permit processing.
Application begins 30 October 2026.
Read more about the Rolling Admission（https://www.diak.fi/en/education-and-learning/how-to-apply/rolling-admission/）
Joint Application in January 2027
At Diak, you will graduate as a specialist in human encounters in the fields of social services and healthcare. In the spring joint application round (January 2027), study places are available in Helsinki.
Apply in the joint application to Finland’s best‑employing university of applied sciences.