Category: TAMK

Cost Saving Hacks for Students in Tampere

Living on a student budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style, good food, or convenience. After spending four years in Finland as a student, I’ve picked up a handful of clever ways to save money while still enjoying the little luxuries of life. Whether it’s scoring trendy clothes for just a few euros, finding cheap (or even free) furniture, or eating well without breaking the bank, these tips will help you stretch your budget without feeling like you’re missing out.

Making Your Summer in Tampere Memorable

Summer vibes have finally come to Finland. Luckily, the studies are finished, and now one can enjoy spending time outside, having picnics with friends, and making the full out of their experience in Tampere. But do you know where you can find the best places to go to?

International Business Management studies at TAMK and me – A perfect fit!

My decision to study IBM at TAMK is one of the few choices I've made that has proven to be a perfect fit. Being here is precisely the enchanting adventure I had envisioned from the very beginning.

Embracing Tampere in November

Immigrating in the gloomiest month in Finland, and well, I thought, 'Why not add a little extra challenge?' Pregnant and all, I was in for a royal adventure!

Getting started in fish-keeping as a student in Tampere

Hei Hei everyone! I’m Yen Tran – a final-year student in Software Engineering at TAMK. I have been a freshwater fish aquarium hobbyist since I was at the university in Vietnam. Fortunately, I brought up this hobby in Finland.

The life of a final year student in Software Engineering at TAMK

Xin chao, Moika and Hi, I’m Yen Tran – an international student pursuing a Software Engineering Bachelor’s Degree at TAMK. I’m now in my final year, and it’s been a while since I last wrote on this blog.

My first impressions of TAMK and Tampere

Moving to Finland from Nigeria during the winter is a smooth transistion. Especially, when you are joining TAMK's welcoming community.

Studying remotely while waiting for my Visa

Due to Covid-19, immigration processes are taking longer than usual. However, that hasn’t stopped me from starting my TAMK studies remotely and meeting my classmates online.

The Finnish Winter and Long Summer Days

I think my favourite aspect of the Finnish weather is the balance between these two extremes: six months of darkness and cold followed by six months of light and warmth.

Exploring NASA's Epic Challenge

Are you interested in the universe exploration and Mars? Do you want to get study credits while participating in a NASA project? This might be a perfect course for you!

The hero behind TAMK’s international social counselling

Working during Covid-19

Working life drastically changed during the pandemic. New services and skills have now become a necessity.