University of Jyväskylä

YJU

Type of organization

Univeristy

Guiding principles/ideas

Vision is to be a global leader in the study of learning, wellbeing and basic natural phenomena, reshaping competence to build a sustainable society.

Focus of work

The working culture of the JYU community is based on openness, trust, quality and integrity. JYU thinking is fresh, inspiring and encouraging each other to test boundaries. JYU value and make use of our differences while nurturing interaction and trust. JYU promote multidisciplinary cooperation and continuously aim to improve quality.

Type of activities

• 14 700 students, of which about 900 international students and over 100 nationalities
• 2 600 employees, of which 840 researchers and 720 teachers
• 6  faculties, 4 independent institutes (2020)
• ​3 110 publications, of which 2 200 are open access

A special feature

Core Fields in Research Profile

• Learning, teaching and the learning and growth environments that support development
• Basic natural phenomena and mathematical thinking 
• Languages, culture and communities in global change processes
• Physical activity, health and wellbeing
• Information technology and the human in the knowledge society