University of the Arts Helsinki

University of the Arts Helsinki
The University of the Arts Helsinki, also known as Uniarts Helsinki, is a Finnish arts university that was launched in the beginning of 2013. Apart from a few exceptions, it is the only university in Finland that provides education in the fields it represents.
The University of the Arts Helsinki is located mainly in Helsinki, but it also has operations in Kuopio (department of church music) and Seinäjoki at the University Consortium of Seinäjoki (department of popular and folk music).
The university comprises three academies that were formerly independent universities: The Academy of Fine Arts of the University of the Arts Helsinki (until 2013 Finnish Academy of Fine Arts), the Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki (until 2013 Sibelius Academy) and the Theatre Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki (until 2013 Helsinki Theatre Academy). The total number of students is 1946 (as of 2019).
According to the university, the goal of the merger is to strengthen the education, research and artistic activity within the field of arts in the university sector on a national and international scale. Another objective is to provide more opportunities to influence society through art.
The rector of the University of the Arts Helsinki is Kaarlo Hildén. Lauri Väkevä and Jaana Erkkilä-Hill are the vice-rectors and Heikki Lehtonen is the chair of the university board.
Admissions
The University of the Arts Helsinki offers over 30 degree programmes in the fields of music, fine arts, theatre and dance. The programmes lead to a Bachelor's, Master's or doctoral degree.
Education and research
The university provides the highest level of education in the arts in Finland, also engaging in artistic activities and research. In addition to bachelor's, master's and doctoral studies, the university offers open and continuing education services. University of the Arts Helsinki's Sibelius Academy also offers junior academy studies.
Degrees
At the University of the Arts Helsinki, students can complete Bachelor's, Master's and doctoral degrees in the fields of fine arts, music, theatre and dance.
Degree programmes
Academy of Fine Arts of the University of the Arts Helsinki (fine arts)
Study Programme in Printmaking
Study Programme in Painting
Study Programme in Sculpture
Study Programme in Time and Space Arts (moving image, site and situation specific art, photography)
Praxis Master's Programme
Doctoral Programme
Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki (music)
Arts Management
Church Music
Classical Music Performance, accordion
Classical Music Performance, early music
Classical Music Performance, forte piano
Classical Music Performance, guitar
Classical Music Performance, kantele
Classical Music Performance, orchestral instruments
Classical Music Performance, organ
Classical Music Performance, piano
Classical Music Performance, piano chamber music and lied
Classical Music Performance, vocal music and collaborative piano
Composition and Music Theory
Conducting
Folk Music
Jazz
Music Education
Music Technology
Nordic Master in Folk Music
Nordic Master in Jazz
Popular and Folk Music (research)
Theatre Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki (dance, theatre)
Degree Programme in Acting (in Finnish)
Degree Programme in Acting (in Swedish)
Degree Programme in Dance
Degree Programme in Directing
Degree Programme in Dramaturgy
Master's Degree Programme in Choreography
Master's Degree Programme in Dance Pedagogy
Master's Degree Programme in Dance Performance
Master's Degree Programme in Lighting Design
Master's Degree Programme in Sound
Master's Degree Programme in Theatre Pedagogy
Master's Degree Programme in Live Art and Performance Studies (LAPS)
Notable staff
Academy of Fine Arts
Tuulikki Pietilä (teacher of printmaking, Art Academy School 1956–1960, now the Academy of Fine Arts)
Helene Schjerfbeck (teacher of a painting atelier and a figure drawing class at the Finnish Art Society's Drawing School 1892-1902)
Sibelius Academy
Martti Rousi (Professor of Cello Music 1998)
Erik T. Tawaststjerna (Professor of Piano Music 1986-)
Petteri Salomaa (Professor of Vocal Music 2003-)
Réka Szilvay (Professor of Violin Music 2006-)
Leif Segerstam (Professor of Orchestral Conducting 1997-2013)
Einojuhani Rautavaara (Professor of Composition 1976-1990)
Veli-Matti Puumala (Professor of Composition 2005-)
Jorma Panula (Professor of Conducting 1973–1993)
Erkki Melartin (director of the Helsinki Music Institute 1911–1936, now the Sibelius Academy)
Hannu Lintu (Visiting Professor, Conducting and Orchestral Training 2014-)
Paavo Heininen (Professor of Composition)
Andrew Bentley (Artistic Professor of Music Technology 2015-)
Atso Almila (Professor of Conducting and Orchestral Training 2013-)
Theatre Academy
Kari Väänänen (Professor of Acting 1.11.1992–28.2.1998)
Vesa Vierikko (Professor of Acting 2002–2012)
Ritva Valkama (Professor of Acting 1.8.1985–31.8.1988)
Jouko Turkka (Professor of Acting 1983–1985)
Pirkko Saisio (Professor of Dramaturgy 1.1.1997–30.6.2002)
Laura Ruohonen (Professor of Dramaturgy 1.6.2008–31.5.2013)
Kati Outinen (Professor of Acting 2002–2013)
Kaisa Korhonen (Professor of Directing 1.8.1995–31.7.2000)
Elina Knihtilä (Professor of Acting 2013-2018)
Hannu-Pekka Björkman (Professor of Acting 2013-2018)
Student Union
The University of the Arts Student Union is a student organisation that provides services and promotes the interest of its members. All Bachelor's and Master's students studying at any of the three academies of the University of the Arts Helsinki are members of the University of the Arts Student Union. The Student Union was established on 1 January 2013 as a result of the merger between the student unions of the Academy of Fine Arts, Sibelius Academy and Theatre Academy. The University of the Arts Student Union is the only Finnish student union whose members exclusively consist of students studying in the field of arts.
In addition to promoting the interest of its members, the University of the Arts Student Union is in charge of Vapaan taiteen tila, a space for the university's students to organise their own exhibitions, performances and events. The venue is in an emergency shelter under the Katri Vala Park in Helsinki.
Organisation
Rectors
Tiina Rosenberg 2013–1.6.2015
Paula Tuovinen 2.6.2015–30.11.2015
Jari Perkiömäki 1.12.2015–30.11.2020
Kaarlo Hildén 1.12.2020–
Board 2018-2021
Researcher of economic culture Paavo Järvensivu
Board professional and executive Heikki Lehtonen (chair of the board)
Professor Marja Makarow
Director of the Cultural Office of the City of Helsinki Stuba Nikula
LL.M. with court training Astrid Thors (vice-chair)
Professor Eeva Anttila
Professor Petteri Salomaa
Facilities expert Kari Karlsson
Senior Advisor Hannu Tolvanen
Student Lukas Korpelainen
Student Sofia Raittinen
References
External links
Official website
Heikki Lehtonen to chair the Uniarts Helsinki Board
University cooperation boosts art research in Helsinki
New cross-artistic campus to be built for Uniarts Helsinki
University of the Arts Helsinki and Flow Festival present impressive arts program
University of the Arts Helsinki
Art schools in Finland
Education in Helsinki
Universities and colleges formed by merger in Finland
Educational institutions established in 2013
2013 establishments in Finland