JYU for YOU (S03 E07): The Master's Degree That Speaks Both IT and Business

JYU for YOU (S03 E07): The Master's Degree That Speaks Both IT and Business

In this episode, Juliana sits down with Kalindunie Kulathunga, a master's student in JYU's Information Systems program, originally from Sri Lanka. With eight years of industry experience, Kalindunie made a bold decision to leave Sri Lanka and pursue a master's degree in Finland. In this episode, you'll hear about: ✨ How Information Systems uniquely blends IT and business ✨ The wide range of careers open to IS graduates ✨ What a typical day looks like as an IS master's student ✨ Kalindunie's advice for anyone considering applying to the program 🎓 Learn more about the Information Systems master's program at JYU: https://www.jyu.fi/en/study-with-us/master-programme-in-information-systems

JYU for YOU (S03 E06): Becoming an Early Childhood Education Teacher in Finland - New Bachelor’s!

In this episode, Juliana sits down with Olli Merjovaara, University Teacher and Programme Coordinator of JYU's new Bachelor's Programme in Early Childhood Education. Launching in 2027, this functionally bilingual programme is designed to support students from diverse language and cultural backgrounds as they prepare for careers in early childhood and pre-primary education in Finland. In this episode, you'll hear about: Why JYU is launching this new bachelor's programme What early childhood education looks like in Finland Career opportunities for graduates Learn more about the Bachelor's Programme in Early Childhood Education at JYU: https://www.jyu.fi/en/study-with-us/bachelors-degree-programmes/bachelors-degree-in-early-childhood-education

JYU for YOU (S03 E05): Preparing Your Move to Finland? Advice from JYU’s International Office

In this episode, Joaquin talks with Elisa Pratesi and Elizaveta Arzamastseva from JYU’s International Office. Both former international students themselves, they now support incoming students as they prepare for their studies in Finland. Together, they discuss what happens behind the scenes after applications are submitted and share practical advice for students getting ready for the months leading up to their move. In this episode, you’ll hear about: ✨ What the International Office does and how they support international students ✨ What students should expect after submitting their application ✨ Practical tips for preparing for the move to Finland 🎓 Learn more about services for international students at the University of Jyväskylä: https://www.jyu.fi/en/study-with-us/international-student-services

Alumnisohvalla Lauri Järvilehto

Alumnisohvalla sukellamme ajattelun, oppimisen ja tulevaisuuden työn ytimeen, kun vieraaksemme saapuu Lauri Järvilehto – filosofi, kirjailija, muusikko ja Aalto-yliopiston työelämäprofessori. Lauri Järvilehto on kirjoittanut useita suosittuja tietokirjoja, kuten Tee itsestäsi mestariajattelija, Upeaa työtä! ja Monenkirjavia kuvitelmia, ja hänen ajatuksensa ovat vaikuttaneet laajasti suomalaiseen työelämäkeskusteluun.

JYU for YOU (S03 E04): Supercomputers & Quantum Labs: Inside our High-Performance Computing programme

This episode features Asif Mostafa, a student in our High-Performance Computing Master’s Programme. He shares his journey from Bangladesh to Finland, and his experience working with supercomputers and cutting-edge quantum labs at JYU. 🎙️ Hear what it’s like to study one of world’s most unique tech programmes 🎙️ Discover exciting research opportunities and future career paths 🎙️ Get inspired by Asif’s journey from Physics, to Computer Science, to High-Performance Computing Find your programme: https://www.jyu.fi/en/study-with-us/find-your-programme JYU newsletter: www.jyu.fi/en/sign-up-for-our-newsletter Find us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn & TikTok: @uniofjyvaskyla #jyu #jyuforyou #highereducation #studyinfinland #studyinhpc #supercomputing #quantumresearch #internationalstudents #careers #technology #science #mastersprogrammes #STEM