International UAS Exam Autumn 2025: Key Details & Preparation Tips

The International UAS Exam is the standardized digital entrance examination used by Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS) to select students for English-taught bachelor's degree programs. For Autumn 2025, the exam is scheduled for November 10, 2025, starting at 12:00 PM Finnish time (UTC+2).

📅 Important Dates

Application Deadline: September 18, 2025, by 15:00 (UTC+3)
Pre-Identification: October 30–31, 2025
Exam Date: November 10, 2025

🎯 Exam Overview

The exam assesses applicants' readiness for UAS studies and is conducted entirely in English. It comprises both common sections for all study programs and field-specific sections, depending on the applicant's chosen field. The exam is taken remotely on the applicant's own computer.

Common Sections:

Reasoning Skills: Evaluates logical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
English Language Skills: Assesses reading comprehension and linguistic reasoning.

Field-Specific Sections:

Depending on the study program, additional sections may include:

Mathematical Skills
Advanced Mathematical Skills
Ethical Skills
Emotional Intelligence Skills

Each section has a specific duration and scoring criteria. Applicants must achieve minimum scores in each relevant section to be considered for admission.

🛂 Language Proficiency & Identification

Language Requirements:

All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency, either through previous studies conducted in English or by submitting results from recognized English language tests. Accepted tests include IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, among others.

Identification Documents:

Applicants must provide a valid passport or a biometric EU/EEA identity card. The identification document must be valid until at least October 31, 2025.

🏫 Participating Universities

For the Autumn 2025 joint application, the following universities utilize the International UAS Exam:

Karelia University of Applied Sciences
Metropolia University of Applied Sciences
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences (SAMK)
Vaasa University of Applied Sciences (VAMK)
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk)

Applicants can apply to multiple programs but need to take the exam only once.

🧠 Preparing with PassUAS

Success in the International UAS Exam requires thorough preparation. PassUAS offers a comprehensive platform tailored to the exam's structure and content.

Features of PassUAS:

Real Exam Simulation: Experience the exam environment with timed sections and interface similar to the actual test.
Extensive Question Bank: Access a wide range of practice questions covering all exam sections, including reasoning, English language, and field-specific topics.
Personalized Preparation: Customize your study plan based on the specific universities and programs you are applying to.
Performance Analytics: Track your progress, identify strengths and weaknesses, and focus on areas needing improvement.

With PassUAS, you can build confidence and improve your chances of success in the International UAS Exam.