Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) is an internationally-oriented multi-disciplinary university offering higher education in seven fields of study and over 40 degree programmes. The School of Art and Media is one of the three schools of the university. Amongst the courses offered by the school are degree in media and degree in film and television.

The students of TAMK School of Art and Media are annually involved in Tampere Film Festival in many ways. There are a lot of students active with the practical arrangements and duties; working or doing their work practice or voluntary work. The film and television students are also responsible for the broadcasts of the Film Festival Studio and organisation of the Film Fest Party.