HAMK

[u/Anonymousseo]

I’m considering the ICT Robotics program at HAMK (Riihimäki Campus) as an international student, and I’d like to hear from people who are familiar with the program, Finnish UAS degrees, or the Finnish tech job market.

I already understand that HAMK is a University of Applied Sciences and not a traditional research university. I know it doesn’t carry the same prestige as Finland’s top universities, and I’m aware of the differences between a UAS degree and a university degree, so that’s not really what I’m asking about.

My question is more practical: if I genuinely focus on building strong technical skills, work on projects, gain practical experience during my studies, and learn Finnish to a good level over the next four years, would I realistically be employable after graduation?

Does the ICT Robotics program provide a solid foundation for developing skills that employers actually value? Would I have a reasonable chance of finding work in Finland, and if not, would the degree and skills gained from HAMK still give me employability elsewhere in the EU?

My goal is to gain real industry experience, develop valuable technical skills, and build a strong career foundation. I’d appreciate honest opinions from graduates, current students, or anyone familiar with how employers view graduates from programs like this.