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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South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences XAMK
- Arts and humanities
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Services
To make a difference, you have to be the difference. The professions of tomorrow are created today at South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences – Xamk. Gain the skills, become an expert and define a new era of work.
LAB University of Applied Sciences
- Arts and humanities
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Services
The LAB University of Applied Sciences is a public institution in Finland offering education based on practices applied in the world of work. It focuses on innovation, industry and commerce. LAB offers Bachelor's programmes in five different fields.
Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences SeAMK
- Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
SeAMK - Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences is located in the progressively expansive city of Seinäjoki. SeAMK facilitates the development of future skilled professionals by providing higher education in 6 different fields. 7 degree programmes are totally taught in English.
Vaasa University of Applied Sciences
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Information and Communication Technologies
Adventure of your lifetime awaits you at VAMK! VAMK is an international university with 3700 students in the middle of Nordic's largest energy cluster. Cosy campus where you will feel right at home, lively student community, and trainee positions in top global companies will welcome you with open arms.
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
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.