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University of Lapland

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Jun 17, 2025 - Jun 18, 2025
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University of Lapland: A Northern Academic Hub

Founded in 1979, the University of Lapland serves as a crucial educational institution in Finland’s Arctic region.

It houses four faculties: Art and Design, Education, Law, and Social Sciences, making it a center for diverse academic pursuits. Its unique location enables a focus on Arctic studies, underscored by the Arctic Centre dedicated to research and collaboration on Arctic issues.

Notable Features

  • 🌍 Arctic Studies Hub
  • 🎨 Faculty of Art and Design
  • ⚖️ Emphasis on Law Education

Accessible to tourists, historians, and educational groups, visitors can explore the university's cultural and academic significance in a manageable tour, offering insights into Arctic research and education.

Interesting Facts about Natural History MuseumUniversity of Lapland

First Arctic University

University of Lapland is known as the most northern university in the European Union.

Cultural Focus

The university supports a rich array of programs related to Arctic culture and environmental studies.

EU Arctic Centre

The university hosts the EU Arctic Information Centre for strategic collaboration and research.

Location

Yliopistonkatu 8

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