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 20 000 international students studying in several locations around the country. Our 13 universities and 22 universities of applied sciences (UAS) offer almost 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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Tampere is a real student city with a student population of nearly 40 000 and close to 8 000 events and festivals per year! At TAMK you will join a community of future-builders who aim to solve humanities problems through skills, knowledge and innovation. #humanpotentialunlimited
Savonia is one of Finland’s biggest and most versatile universities of applied sciences. Study in a modern and international environment that supports your professional ambitions and continuous learning! At Savonia, you set your own limits. Find us in Kuopio, Iisalmi and Varkaus.
Lapland University of Applied Sciences is the northernmost UAS in the EU. We offer high quality BBA and MBA education in the state-of-the-art learning environments. Lapland UAS is international and multidisciplinary. Studying is practical and work-oriented in close collaboration with companies.
Approx. 7,400 students including over 1,000 international students ensure that SAMK is an internationally oriented and innovative place to study on the west coast of Finland. SAMK is known for its quality of education: students have ranked us to be among the best universities of applied sciences.
University of Vaasa is one of the most international universities in Finland. Our accredited programmes in business and technology attract students from around the world. Friendly atmosphere and top-quality education provide you with a unique foundation for your future.
