You could be a Developer Programmer Game Designer 3D Artist UI Designer UX Designer Game Tester Quality Assurance Specialist Level Designer Sound Designer Audio Engineer Project Manager Producer Game Animator Network Programmer Multiplayer Specialist Game Writer Narrative Designer Game Marketing Manager Technical Artist Monetization Specialist Community Manager Game Economy Designer Lead Game Developer Concept Artist Character Artist Environment Artist Game Data Analyst Localization Specialist Build Engineer AI Programmer VFX Artist Gameplay Programmer Creative Director DevOps Engineer Systems Designer Live Operations Manager
KAMK, Where Creativity Becomes Your Career
Application period for Finnish degrees:
10.-24.3.2026
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KAMK is a Pioneer in Educating Game Development
Kajaani is one of Finland’s top locations to study game development. It’s the perfect place to turn your creativity into a career.
At Kajaani University of Applied Sciences (KAMK), you’ll learn by doing: building real games in real teams with support from industry professionals.
Our students don’t just graduate with a degree – they launch games, earn revenue, and start companies.
"The best part of the studies is that you learn through hands-on experience, actually doing things, rather than just reading theory from books.
The amount of separate theoretical studies is minimal; the theory is tied to our projects, and the learning comes through practical work."
Graduate with Work Experience
Employers value work experience, and KAMK offers it as a part of the degree. You’ll study in the environment that imitates a real game studio. Hands-on game projects and training period account for 70% of the degree credits, whereas 30% credits come from theory.
Kajaksi Game Collective, the student-led game studio, is a platform to publish your game. KAMK serves possibilities to earn income from the projects, build vital experience and a portfolio, and network with professionals in Finland and beyond.
The degree credits compose
Game Projects
Theory and Classroom
"Game Development is learned by doing.
This is the core of the studies at KAMK, and it makes the graduates stand out, especially in the early stages of their career."
Graduate with networks work experience skills
Crucial skills
KAMK is known for high quality developers with great worklife skills. It’s all about learning by doing, which ensures that graduates are ready for work.
It also makes studying more fun.
The industry experts bring the latest trends from the market, so the students will learn the skills in the highest demand.
Invaluable networks
KAMK and Kajaani offer exceptional networking opportunities, including the Northern Game Summit and the active IGDA community, which connect students with industry professionals and leaders.
A growing community and global network of collaborators form an invaluable gateway to the world’s top companies.
All this while studying.
Career opportunities
Graduates from KAMK are sought after for titles such as programmers, designers, artists, product managers, and entrepreneurs.
From level designers, product owners and head of studios to 3D designers, KAMK offers a great variety of career paths.
It is common that KAMK graduates create their career in a company they worked for during the studies, or establish a company with their study team.
Coding & Engines
As a KAMK student, you get access to the latest and most used technologies in game development.
Coding languages:
C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, Lua, Java and Rust.
Game engines:
Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot, CryEngine and Phaser.
Platforms:
Mobile, PC & consoles.
Where KAMK graduates work at?
KAMK graduates have gone on to build careers at top companies like Supercell, Rovio, Wooga, Fingersoft, Redlynx, Critical Force, Housemarque, Ubisoft, Kitka Games, EA, Black Smoke Studios, Remedy, and many more.
Pretty cool, right?
You could be a Developer Programmer Game Designer 3D Artist UI Designer UX Designer Game Tester Quality Assurance Specialist Level Designer Sound Designer Audio Engineer Project Manager Producer Game Animator Network Programmer Multiplayer Specialist Game Writer Narrative Designer Game Marketing Manager Technical Artist Monetization Specialist Community Manager Game Economy Designer Lead Game Developer Concept Artist Character Artist Environment Artist Game Data Analyst Localization Specialist Build Engineer AI Programmer VFX Artist Gameplay Programmer Creative Director DevOps Engineer Systems Designer Live Operations Manager
“In our opinion, Kajaani has one of Europe’s best game development schools, KAMK, and to us it is a valuable source of new, talented developers.”
TLDR; KAJAANI HAS THE WORLD'S TOP GAME ECOSYSTEM COMMUNITY EDUCATION
A thriving community that helps you grow
When you ask people “what’s best in Kajaani”, the most common answer is “the community.” Here you will join a group of creators, doers and supporters, and everyone loves games.
The game community consists of over 500 members locally. The number is growing. Over 70 events per year bring the community together and makes it tighter. From game jams to esports and creative events, our community cultivates connections that last a lifetime.
At KAMK, you’re not just a number. Our dedicated teachers and personalized approach ensure you have the support you need.
A unique path to entrepreneurship with Kajaani Game Catalyst
As a KAMK student, you have access to Kajaani Game Catalyst. It offers you expert mentoring from industry professionals, access to a global network of contacts, early-stage funding to jumpstart your projects, cutting-edge game development infrastructure, and facilitated team-building sessions to help you create a dream team.
If you dream of establishing a game company,
this is your go!
Btw, what is a “GameLAB”?
GameLAB is a unique model in Finland, which is a launchpad for early-stage game studios and professionals. It offers hands-on access to the best tools and practices to grow – on a fast track.
Finland is the best place to establish a game company. The combination of the high level of know-how, prospering industry, and funding possibilities are unmatched. Read more about Business Finland funding opportunities.
"The best part at KAMK is the professional but relaxed teachers, and the big amount of project studies. Teachers are passionate about games and know a lot, and as students we have access to their knowledge. We have the freedom to pursue our interests, and teachers push us to reach our goals. They understand the fun part of games, too."
Okay, but why Kajaani?
Students
Locals
Lakes and rivers
Kajaani offers the perfect blend of a world-class game development hub and the charm of a small city. It is the home for passionate pioneers who love to create and have fun.
Enjoy a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere in Kajaani, where living is affordable, and stress is minimal without the hassle of traffic jams.
Surrounded by beautiful nature, from blue lakes to snow-covered landscapes, you might even catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights!
Whether you’re enjoying the Arctic Lakeland’s natural beauty or exploring Kajaani’s growing game scene, it’s the ideal environment to live, learn, and create. In fact, Finland has been selected as the happiest country in the world eight times in a row!
Learn more about studying in Kajaani and studying in Finland. Also, when planning your move to Kajaani, have a look here for a quick guide!
Find more essential details about working in Finland.
Alumni Stories
Tatu Teittinen
"Place to learn game development"
KAMK kickstarted my career in the games industry. It’s allowed me to learn the craft of game production by working on game projects with likeminded people, being inspired by the community and sharing of knowledge. It allowed me to get to know people in the industry that have turned into friends, travel to various industry events to learn and network, and ultimately land my first job among many in the industry.
-Tatu Teittinen, Supercell
Tuomas Vartiainen
"I developed various skills during my studies"
Hi, my name is Tuomas (Tume) Vartiainen, and I am the Hub Lead at IGDA Kajaani Hub.I appreciate the university for its unique offering of opportunities to learn production, programming, and artistic skills all under one roof—something rare among other institutions.
Kajaani itself has become a welcoming place to live, with a strong community of warm and supportive people. As long as there are opportunities here, I can see myself staying in Kajaani for the foreseeable future.
Petra Repo
"Kajaani is just COOL"
My name is Petra Repo, and I am a KAMK alumna. I have experience as a freelancer for a company called Still Running.
My time at KAMK was invaluable. I made many friends, gained in-depth knowledge about the industry, and learned a lot about the companies operating in the field. I also developed crucial skills for creating games from various perspectives.
I highly recommend Kajaani and KAMK simply because I love Kainuu. KAMK is the best place to study game development due to the presence of so many professionals in the field.
