Supporting documents - master's level

Below you will find detailed information on which supporting documents to submit when you apply to Arcada.

The application form will generally alert you to all the documents you should submit, and their specific deadline. Most attachments can be uploaded directly to the application form, others may need to be ordered from an external service provider. No documents, however, need to be sent by post.

Select the category below for further information on documents and deadlines.

Copy of original final Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma

Authorised translations in English, Swedish or Finnish of the Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma should also be submitted, if the original degree certificate is not issued in one of the previously mentioned languages. The translation should bear the stamp and signature of the translator.

Copy of the final Bachelor's transcript or academic records

Authorised translations in English, Swedish or Finnish of the study transcript or academic records should also be submitted, if the original degree certificate is not issued in one of the previously mentioned languages. The translation should bear the stamp and signature of the translator.

Copies of relevant work certificates

Copies of work certificates should be submitted in English, Swedish or Finnish, indicating a minimum of two years (24 months) of relevant work experience. A CV can be attached, but it is not accepted as a standalone documentas . 
Self-employed candidates (independent entrepreneurs) are allowed to prove their work history by sending CVs the well as a YEL or MYEL-certificate, where possible. Please send only work certificates that are relevant. The work certificates must show start and end dates as well as the title and description of work tasks. If you have worked part-time, the work certificates should indicate the number of work hours per month. 150 work hours or 20 working days (the minimum length of one full working day is 7 hours) is equivalent to one month of work experience. 

Copy of residence permit exempting from tuition fees

To prove exemption from tuition fees, non-EU/EEA applicants must submit a copy of a valid residence permit (both sides) issued by the Finnish Immigration Service.

Official identification document

All applicants must submit a copy of valid proof of Identity. 
Accepted documents are:

  • Passport
  • Finnish Identity card
  • Identity card with photo issued in EU-country
English language proficiency certificate

Please see the information on accepted ways to prove English language skills on our website. 

 

Video task

A video task is required for admission for all master programmes. The video must be uploaded to the application in Studyinfo.