We build future safety as both a police unit and a higher education institution. We educate Finland’s police officers on a strong foundation of competence and research-based knowledge. We develop societal safety together with the police and with national and international partners. We are an attractive and well-functioning community for study and work, and a respected societal actor.
How we achieve our objectives
A developing higher education community
- We lead and develop competence in a data-driven manner.
- We strengthen lifelong learning and an inquiry-based approach to work.
- We innovatively develop diverse teaching methods and the prerequisites for RDI activities (research, development and innovation).
- We commit to ethical guidelines in education, research and policing.
Future-oriented operations
- We monitor, evaluate and anticipate developments and changes in the operating environment.
- We develop police operations based on workplace needs, research-based knowledge and analysed practices.
- We utilise new technologies and promote their responsible use in policing.
- We operate in accordance with the principle of continuous development.
Strong partnerships
- We ensure a strong connection to working life and strengthen police capability through close cooperation with police units.
- We engage in impactful cooperation with security authorities, higher education institutions and our partners.
- We support the responsible and active agency of students and staff.
- We promote national and international mobility among students and staff.
Societal responsibility
- We communicate our activities in an impactful and interactive way.
- We promote non-discrimination, equality and sustainable development.
- We strengthen the principles of open science, research and learning in our activities, taking into account the specific nature of policing.
- We design and deliver education in a competence-based, student-centred and multidisciplinary manner.
How we operate
Police values guide our operations, decision-making and interaction. We are a learning, innovative and responsible organisation. We shape the future through our choices and actions.
Fair
We act impartially and in compliance with the law in all situations. We treat all people and groups equally. We make decisions transparently. Our cooperation is open and constructive.
Courageous
We act professionally in all situations and also make difficult decisions. We show empathy and understanding even in difficult situations. We take responsibility, learn from our mistakes and innovate with courage.
Always reliable
We are worthy of trust. Our operations in the police are consistent, transparent and ethical. We operate professionally and efficiently. We build safety and security in society responsibly. We succeed through cooperation.
