The impact of inflation on international students' housing cost in Kuopio
Manjo, Harriet (2025)
2025
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025052013597
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025052013597
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The aim of the thesis was to examine how inflation has affected international students’ housing costs in Kuopio. It explored the key challenges students face as living expenses increase and considered the broader im-plications for student well-being and the attractiveness of Kuopio as a study destination.
The study followed a qualitative research approach, combining interviews with international students, desk research, and analysis of secondary data. The participants represented a range of nationalities, housing types, and lengths of stay, offering a broad perspective on the housing situation.
Through thematic analysis, the study identified key issues such as rising rental prices, limited availability of affordable housing, and increased financial stress. Proposed solutions included expanding low-cost housing options, improving financial support systems, and offering better guidance to help students navigate the local housing market.
The research concluded that addressing housing-related challenges is essential to improve students’ living conditions and ensure Kuopio remains welcoming to international learners. The findings provide useful insights for universities, housing providers, and decision-makers to develop strategies that support both student welfare and sustainable development.
The study followed a qualitative research approach, combining interviews with international students, desk research, and analysis of secondary data. The participants represented a range of nationalities, housing types, and lengths of stay, offering a broad perspective on the housing situation.
Through thematic analysis, the study identified key issues such as rising rental prices, limited availability of affordable housing, and increased financial stress. Proposed solutions included expanding low-cost housing options, improving financial support systems, and offering better guidance to help students navigate the local housing market.
The research concluded that addressing housing-related challenges is essential to improve students’ living conditions and ensure Kuopio remains welcoming to international learners. The findings provide useful insights for universities, housing providers, and decision-makers to develop strategies that support both student welfare and sustainable development.