Students have an important role in influencing decisions at the university of applied sciences. Opinions have more impact at the decision-making tables than in the campus corridors. At Xamk, student representatives speak for students in decision-making. As a student representative, you have the opportunity to influence where decisions are made.
Student representatives are students of South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences and full members of their respective bodies. They attend meetings and express the student perspective on the matters being discussed.
Student representatives ensure that the student voice is heard in issues concerning students. Anyone can become a student representative – including you!
Read more about student representatives and the application process on our website.

Eligibility Requirements

All students enrolled in degree programs at South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences and registered as present are eligible to apply. The positions require fluent Finnish language skills.
A student representative must remain eligible throughout their term, and no one should be knowingly appointed if they are expected to lose eligibility during the term.
Persons employed full-time by the university of applied sciences are not eligible to serve as student representatives.
Applications must be submitted via the electronic application form within the application period.

Application Period and Process

The application opens on 9 February 2026 at 15:00 and closes on 23 February 2026 at 15:00.
Decisions on the selected representatives will be made at the Representative Council meeting on 5 March 2026.

Applications must be submitted via the application form.

Selection of Student Representatives

The selection of student representatives for the university administration at Xamk is governed by the specific guidelines on the selection of student representatives.

Available Position:

Board of Examiners

(Proficiency in the Finnish language is essential for participation in this management team.)

The responsibilities of the Board of Examiners include handling appeals related to:

  • Assessment of study attainments or decisions on credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
  • Study attainments include study modules, courses, and their components, including theses and internship periods.
  • The format of a course can vary, for example, a lecture course, an online course, a laboratory course, or an exam.
  • Decisions regarding student admission.
  • Decisions regarding the loss of the right to study.
  • The Board of Examiners cannot handle other types of dissatisfaction, such as a student’s dissatisfaction with the content of studies or the guidance provided by a teacher.

More Information

Nelli Kortelainen
President of the Representative Council

nelli.kortelainen(a)opiskelijakuntakaakko.fi