Senior University Lecturer
Hanna Koivula: I see this programme as valuable addition to the faculty. I hope we attract new, talented students to Viikki. We need technologically oriented individuals who grow to understand food and wood systems and advance and manage sustainability transition and innovations in Finnish and international companies.
Antti Lajunen: The programme offers career advancement in sustainability-focused industries and fosters interdisciplinary learning. Students can network with professionals and engage in innovation and entrepreneurship to develop sustainable solutions.
Antti Lajunen: Students will experience interactive learning through hands-on projects, simulations, and case studies. The programme promotes collaboration and includes research opportunities, enhancing analytical and problem-solving skills. Students gain technical skills in system modeling and data analysis, along with analytical thinking and sustainable management capabilities. The programme also fosters innovation skills for developing resource management solutions.
Hanna Koivula: I expect it will be very interesting for the students. They will learn a lot in the programme and from each other as they come from various backgrounds. Viikki Campus is a great, lively community for students (and staff). The programme has unique student mobility and regional collaboration in Satakunta, which will certainly create its own flavor to studies.
Hanna Koivula: The programme is important as our society and companies will need knowledgeable labor force who possess combined technology and sustainability competences, and have a good understanding of food and wood systems. These are at the core systems and industries in our economy and important for security of supply (in future). I think for the students, the programme offers a great path to meaningful, future-oriented careers.
Antti Lajunen: This programme is important for students as it addresses global challenges like climate change and resource depletion. It provides relevant skills in system modeling, data analysis, and resource management, aligning with global sustainability trends and enhancing employability. Graduates can work in environmental consultancy, research and development, policy development, and project management, focusing on sustainable practices and technologies.