Universities
Ready to stand out? Study in Finland and kickstart your future with world-class education, inspiring ideas, and unforgettable experiences.
Discover a country where cutting-edge research, inspiring campuses, and vibrant student life come together. Finland’s 13 universities and 22 universities of applied sciences (UAS), with over 30,000 international students, offer more than 600 English-taught bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes for you to choose from.
With modern learning environments, free libraries, and inclusive student communities, Finland offers an outstanding study experience at an affordable cost. The quality of higher education in Finland is ensured and monitored by FINEEC (Finnish Education Evaluation Centre).
Finnish universities are globally recognized for academic excellence and innovation, offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral (PhD) studies rooted in world-class research. Universities of applied sciences (UAS) focus on hands-on learning, strong industry connections, and real-world problem-solving—all designed to launch your career with confidence.
Bachelor’s degrees typically take 3 years at universities and 3.5–4.5 years at UAS. Master’s degrees last 2 years at universities and 1–1.5 years at UAS (with 2 years of work experience required for UAS master’s). Doctoral studies usually take about 4 years.
Ready to start your journey?
Explore all English-taught programmes and application details at Studyinfo.fi or directly through Finnish universities.
Study in Finland — where curiosity, creativity, and innovation shape the future.
Tampere University
- Business, administration and law
- Education
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
- Social sciences, journalism and information
Tampere University is a multidisciplinary research university ranked among the global top 2 %. Studies with us provide you with high-quality education and give you excellent opportunities to form a global network of both professional and academic colleagues.
Oulu University of Applied Sciences
- Arts and humanities
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
Located in Northern Finland, Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oamk) is the country's 5th largest university of applied sciences with over 9500 students including 500 international degree and exchange students. We offer education on both Bachelor's and Master's level in Finnish and in English.
University of Eastern Finland
- Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary
- Arts and humanities
- Business, administration and law
- Education
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
- Social sciences, journalism and information
Are you passionate about receiving a high-quality education in public health, environmental law, business, IT, or education? University of Eastern Finland is the most multidisciplinary university in Finland and offers an exceptional learning experience with a wide range of programmes in English.
Häme University of Applied Sciences HAMK
- Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary
- Arts and humanities
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
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.
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences SAMK
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Services
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.
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.
Humak University of Applied Sciences
- Education
- Health and welfare
Humak University of Applied Sciences is specializing in the development of expertise in adventure and outdoor education, youth and NGO work, work community development, entrepreneurship in cultural management and creative industries, and the interpreting sector.
University of Jyväskylä
- Arts and humanities
- Business, administration and law
- Education
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
- Social sciences, journalism and information
The University of Jyväskylä offers a wide range of English-taught bachelor's and master's degree programmes across six faculties. Since its establishment in 1863, JYU has fostered multidisciplinary research and high-quality education in the fields of learning, well-being, and natural phenomena.
Laurea University of Applied Sciences
- Business, administration and law
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Services
Laurea University of Applied Sciences has six campuses in the Uusimaa region near Helsinki. The Laurea community comprises of approximately 9900 students, 660 staff members and 34700 alumni. We offer 7 Bachelor’s degrees programmes and 5 Master’s degree programmes in English.
University of Oulu
- Business, administration and law
- Education
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
The University of Oulu is a science university ranked among global top 3 %. We have 14 400 students in 8 faculties. We offer a high-quality learning experience to our students (ISB 2024). Many innovations that have changed the world have their roots in Oulu, the European Capital of Culture in 2026.
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