Oulu University of Applied Sciences (OAMK) (Finnish: Oulun ammattikorkeakoulu) is a university of applied sciences in Oulu, Finland, with approximately 9,000 students, including around 240 international degree students.

In addition to education, another basic function of OAMK is its research, development and innovation (RDI) activities.

RDI activities are guided by the focus areas defined in OAMK’s strategy 2020–2030: RDI activities support the development of the Oulu region and Northern Finland.

OAMK co-operates with local enterprises to ensure high-quality education and constant development.

In addition to the strategy, OAMK's RDI work is guided by Oulu Innovation Alliance, a strategic co-operation agreement formed in 2009 by OAMK and the City of Oulu, the University of Oulu, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, and Technopolis Plc.