Summer School goes Smart Bioeconomy Bootcamp, 3 ECTS (School of Technology)

• You are passionate about smart agriculture, bioeconomy, and the future of sustainable innovation.
• You are a young entrepreneur with a startup in the field of smart farming, agrotechnology, or bioeconomy – or aspiring to launch your own business.
• Wanting to gain skills, knowledge, and connections you need to take your vision to the next level and help shape the future of agriculture and sustainability.

Join a dynamic, international community of like-minded young innovators!

Explore the smart bioeconomy revolution

• The world needs 50% more food by 2050 while drastically reducing resource consumption. Be part of the solution!
• Digital innovations in sustainable food production are booming, attracting major investments and talent.
• The sector is rapidly evolving, creating new career opportunities for experts in IT, business, and agrotechnology.

Gain industry-driven knowledge

• Understand the sustainable food and biomass production chain
• Learn about data, analytics, and digitalisation in the bioeconomy
• Develop innovation, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial skills
• Tackle real-world challenges in our AgriData Hackathon

Network and experience Finland

• Work with international peers and industry professionals
• Visit world-class bioeconomy companies
• Explore Jyväskylä, Central Finland’s lakes, forests, and vibrant culture

Active participation through online learning modules, interactive workshops, group work, and peer reviews.

This bootcamp will be delivered in English as a combination of one online meeting in August and an intensive study week at Jamk's Main Campus in Jyväskylä and at Saarijärvi Bioeconomy Campus from 27 August to  3 September 2025 (or from 10 September to 17 September 2025).

Please note that you must purchase sufficient health and travel insurance that is valid throughout your entire stay in Finland. It is the student’s responsibility to have sufficient insurance before arrival in Finland, and Jamk University of Applied Sciences does not provide it.

Bioeconomy Campus, a regional centre of excellence, is located in Saarijärvi city, Central Finland. We promote the development of a sustainable and profitable bioeconomy in society. We are a strong developer of bioeconomy business and a promoter of export activities. We offer companies and communities testing, training, and expert services in the bioeconomy sector. We work closely with research institutes, companies, and educational institutions both internationally and regionally. Our unique location in the Finnish countryside, in the middle of 1,000 lakes, fields, and forests is worth experiencing itself!

Bioeconomy is a strength throughout the entire region of Central Finland. Bioeconomy allows the transition towards a low carbon economy, with the increasing opportunities for circular economy. Central Finland is home to several globally significant smart bioeconomy market leaders.

Central Finland awaits

• Get to know to the region of Center Finland, full of saunas, Alvar Aalto architecture, forest, nature activities, and vibrant culture.
• Jyväskylä was recently recognised as perhaps the trendiest tourist destination in Europe for the coming years!
• Feel the calming Finnish nature with stunning landscapes and forests, breathe in the fresh air, and swim in pristine lakes.

Find out more about Jyväskylä (visitjyvaskyla.fi)

Find out more about Saarijärvi (visitsaarijarvi.fi)

Search for suitable accommodation options on the visitjyvaskyla.fi website.

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