Whether you’re looking for a career in high tech, fine arts or anything in between, studying in Finland is a great value for investment. Experience the engaging student life in Finland: diverse student communities, inspiring fellow students and affordable student prices combined with top-quality education, groundbreaking research and strong emphasis on innovation – what more can you hope for?
Finnish higher education institutions have over 30 000 international students studying in several locations around the country. Our 13 universities and 22 universities of applied sciences (UAS) offer over 600 bachelor's and master's degree programmes taught in English.
Universities focus on scientific research and the education they provide is based on it. Universities offer bachelor's, master's and doctoral (PhD) level programmes.
Universities of applied sciences (UAS) offer professionally oriented higher education on bachelor's and master's level, and have strong ties with working life and regional development. All UAS bachelor's degrees include a practical training period, and UAS master's are specifically targeted to those already in the working life. The main emphasis of research, development and innovation at universities of applied sciences is on applied research and development.
Many Finnish universities have gained good positions in global rankings. The quality of higher education in Finland is ensured and monitored by FINEEC (Finnish Education Evaluation Centre).
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Metropolia is the largest University of Applied Sciences in Finland with a degree programme offering in four educational fields: Business, Culture, Health Care and Social Services, and Technology. We are a community of over 18,000 students, 1000 staff members, with 3000 foreign degree students from over 100 nationalities. Our alumni network consists of over 60,000 alumni working both in private and public sectors. Metropolia’s four modern campuses are located in the vibrant capital region of Helsinki.
At Arcada in Helsinki we offer high-quality education at Bachelor’s and Master’s level. Our programmes combine theory and practice, making our alumni sought-after experts on the job market. Join us in creating smart and sustainable solutions for a better tomorrow – it’s your time to shine!
Novia UAS offers multidisciplinary higher education with a practical orientation and trains students to become experts and developers based on the requirements of working life. High quality Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes provide students with a proper platform for their future careers.
Jamk University of Applied Sciences is an international higher education institution with expertise in 8 different fields of study. The facilities at Jamk combine a relaxed atmosphere with high technology. Our four campuses are small but international, like the city of Jyväskylä in Central Finland.
At HAMK we do things together, in a smart way, in authentic learning environments. Studying at HAMK is teamwork – both with other students and companies and organisations. We learn important skills for the future as a team.
