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Åbo Akademi University 2014/2015
STUDENT SERVICES
Scholarships
Students of German nationality, who study Swedish or who are able to study in Swedish, can apply for
a scholarship from the Otto och Johanna Beltzners fond. The total scholarship sum is about 8.000 euros
annually and can be given to 2-8 students for 1-2 semesters each. Students interested in applyingmust
contact the International Office of Åbo Akademi University/Åbo Campus no later than 15 April annually.
For more information please contact
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There are no other scholarships for international students available at Åbo Akademi University. Gov-
ernment grants based on bilateral cultural agreements between Finland and certain countries may be
obtained by applying in the student's home country. Enquiries about Finnish government scholarships
should be directed to: CIMO, Finnish Centre for International Mobility, PL 343, FI-00531 Helsingfors,
Finland, phone: +358-207 868 500, fax: 358-207 868 601, e-mail:
Please see also http://
>Tuition and scholarships. Students are advised to contact their own university
to enquire about possible scholarships.
Libraries and student facilities
All academic and social services available to Finnish students are also provided to exchange students.
Moreover, the computer facilities are of high standards, and students have access to several computer
rooms at the universities. Exchange students will be providedwith usernames for e-mail and computers
when registering at the university, and will after registration have immediate access to all computer
rooms and access to WiFi on campus. Usually students do not need to purchase course books - these
are available at the university libraries.
Students at the Åbo Campus can borrow course books at the ASA library. The Åbo Akademi University
library organizes information searching sessions for exchange students so that they can get the most
out of the resources and databases provided. There are separate reading rooms at the Main library and
at the ASA library.
The university library Tritonia is the scientific library which serves all the universities in Vasa
.
As a stu-
dent you can apply for a card to the Tritonia Library. The library also has a cafeteria and reading rooms.
The Career Services
At the Career Services you can discuss your career and subject choices, but also get help with your job
application, CV and interview situations. The Career Services offer information about how to apply for
a job in Finland, placements and the Finnish labour market. Inmany European countries students work
as trainees for free to get useful work experience, but in Finland, employers do not employ students
without paying a salary.
It is difficult for an international exchange or degree student to get a part-time job becausemost jobs
require some knowledgeof Finnish. Still, some students succeed infinding a good jobby being active and
by learning the language. Therefore, networking and sharing experiences regarding employment with
Finnish and international students can be very helpful. For further information please see
. E-mail:
or visit the Career Service office in Turku/Åbo or Vasa.
Accessibility
Wherever possible, Åbo Akademi University strives to provide reasonable accommodations in order
to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Applicants with special needs who require special
arrangements on the study location can contact the international office
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discuss the issue and get further information.
Accessibility procedures for enrolled students
The need for accommodations and the arrangements offered depend upon the student's disability.
Enrolled students with disabilities should visit their faculty study advisor at the academic office for
consultation. Contact information:
In order to get access to special arrangements the student needs to hand in documentation on the
disability to their study advisor, e.g. a copy of a doctors certificate or equivalent. Accommodations may
include e.g. additional time on exams; additional time on course book loans at the ÅAU library; access
to computer during exam; access to other technical aid provided by ÅAU (e.g. scanner pen, Eye Pal
reading scanner, dictaphone).
Since many of the buildings of Åbo Akademi University are old with plenty of stairs and doorsteps,
special arrangements might be required for students with physical disabilities. It is in the interest of
both the university and the student that these needs are clarified at an early point.
