Human-Centered Digital Services

Laurea University of Applied Sciences, founded in 1991 and operating across multiple campuses in the Helsinki-Uusimaa region, is known for its Learning by Developing model that integrates academic study with real-life projects. Serving over 10,000 students, Laurea focuses on applied education in fields such as social services, health care, business management and hospitality. The institution emphasizes close cooperation with regional partners to ensure that learning is practice-oriented and aligned with labour market needs.

Degree programmes at Laurea combine classroom learning with project work, internships and collaborative RDI activities, giving students frequent opportunities to solve authentic challenges alongside employers and public-sector organisations. The university has received external recognition for quality and maintains strong links to local businesses and service providers, which helps graduates transition smoothly into professional roles.

International students find an inclusive atmosphere and extensive student support services, including career guidance and help building a professional network in Finland. Laurea's applied approach, regional partnerships and alumni base make it especially suitable for students who want to develop practical skills, gain work experience during studies and pursue careers in service-oriented sectors across the Nordic region.

The Human-Centered Digital Services program is a non-degree course for students who want to develop digital services with a focus on user-centered design. It's a one-year program at Laurea University of Applied Sciences in Finland. The main advantage of this program is that it helps students create digital services that meet the needs of vulnerable user groups.

The curriculum includes hands-on experience in analyzing and developing digital services from a human-centered perspective. Students learn essential skills and knowledge to create and enhance digital services, including understanding user needs and working with multidisciplinary teams. They also gain practical experience through various teaching methods, including online and contact teaching.

Graduates can pursue careers as digital service developers, user experience designers, service designers, project managers, and digital transformation consultants. They can work in various sectors, including healthcare, social services, and technology, and help organizations improve their digital user experiences.